Japanese Bilingual Outside Sales Representative (Plastics Distribution)A well-established Japanese-affiliated trading company is seeking a Japanese-English bilingual Outside Sales Representative to manage B2B sales activities across the Midwest. The company specializes in high-performance engineering materials, including multilayer films, metal-resin composite wires, and optical fibers (as the exclusive U.S. distributor for Mitsubishi Chemical and Japan Ply). This role requires native-level Japanese, business-level English, and the ability to build long-term relationships with automotive-related manufacturers. E-visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates.
Essential Duties:- Maintain and expand strong relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 clients, including Japanese-affiliated manufacturers
- Conduct regular regional business trips (approx. once per week, 12 nights) to Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Kentucky
- Handle technical inquiries and product support for: Multilayer resin films Metal-resin composite wires Optical fibers
- Coordinate order processing, delivery schedules, and inventory with suppliers and internal logistics
- Communicate daily with Japan-based teams and vendors in Japanese
- Negotiate pricing, prepare quotations, and handle after-sales support
- Update CRM systems and provide regular activity reports
- Attend trade shows and internal sales meetings
- Working Hours, Working Style 8:30 AM 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday Full-time, exempt
- Working Location Headquartered in Indianapolis, INSalary/Benefit Base Salary:
- Recent graduates: $45,000$50,00023 years of work experience: $50,000$55,000810 years of experience: $60,000$70,000+ Salary determined by total years of full-time professional experience
Bonuses:
Two guaranteed bonuses/year (May and December, approx. 0.5 months each)
Performance-based bonus in September (historically 0.8 months or more, always paideven during COVID)
Benefits:
Health, dental, and vision insurance (employee contribution: $1/month, includes family coverage)401(k) with 4% employer match Relocation assistance providedE-visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates
Holidays: 11 company-paid holidays/year (aligned with Japanese automaker calendars)
PTO: 5 days after 6 months, 10 days/year thereafter
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Minimum 2 years of full-time professional experience
- Native-level Japanese (speaking, reading, writing) required
- Business-level English required (client communication, presentations, internal coordination)
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently
- Strong understanding of Japanese corporate culture (JET alumni or prior experience at/with Japanese companies is a plus)
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple accounts independently
- Candidates with stable job histories and long-term growth potential are strongly preferred
Visa sponsorship: (E-visa) available for qualified candidates
