7 Best Sales Jobs in Japan for Foreigners especially Indians
Looking for a job in Japan? Then this is the post for you!
Overview
Japan is a country with cultural heritage that we all should know about. The country has the most active and honest people in the world. Japan has seen tremendous growth in technology. Japanese people have always been innovating and that is why they are inventing new technology every day. There is no doubt that many travel enthusiasts have Japan on their bucket list.
Japan and English
A small request to English native speakers and fluent English speakers looking for a job in Japan. If we know English well we can survive in many countries in Asia and Europe. The same is possible in Japan, but it is a little difficult. As for Japan, many of the older generation do not speak English and can only understand a few words. But one good thing is that the present generation is more interested in learning English. So Japan is now growing in learning English. One thing that all those who want to settle in Japan from India and other countries should understand is that if you speak Japanese, you will be able to join easily in many cases. So go and start learning Japanese right now.
Does Experience Matter?
If you can get a job in Japan only if you have experience, it is not. Fresh graduates are also employed. However, more jobs are given to those with previous experience. If you have studied in a Japanese college, you are likely to find employment in Japanese companies even if you have no previous experience. Some people who can speak Japanese well but have no previous work experience are hired in some companies. As much as possible, job seekers in Japan are more likely to get a job if they have at least a few years of experience in their field of study in their home country.
Sales Jobs in Japan for Foreigners
As a sales job we all need to know the local language. This is because a sales job involves a lot of talking to local people. So when we foreigners apply for a sales job in Japan, Japanese companies prefer people who know the local language. However, if you are good enough, some companies will hire you and then give you a few months to learn Japanese. Keep in mind that this offer is not available to everyone.
Now let’s see in detail what kind of sales jobs are available and what kind of jobs we as foreigners can easily get if we apply for them. Where we have aggregated 7 types of jobs, there are many jobs without these 7 types of jobs, but these jobs are in high demand every year. That is why we have selected these 7 jobs first.
1.Sales Representative/Sales Associate/Sales Executive/Sales Development Officer
Even if the job titles are kept different, the work we can do is the same as far as the sales revenue is concerned. In some companies we may be a direct seller and in some companies we may be an indirect seller. Either way, as an employee of the company we have to sell products or services of the concerned companies you work. This job requires minimal experience and is a low level job.
Required Experience:
2 to 5 years in a successful company is sufficient for this type of work. Know that knowledge of Japanese is important for this too.
Salary Potential:
Salary ranges from 40L to 70L Japanese Yen annually (Tokyo).
(The given salary is approximate and gross salary, this may vary depends on the qualification, experience, local language proficiency, interview performance, location and the type of the company).
2.Real Estate Sales Agent:
Real estate is a growing sector in Japan. In Japan, thousands of people who do not speak Japanese are struggling to sell and rent their homes. By approaching them we can do this job properly. Knowing this, Japanese companies hire people from abroad who can speak English well. So if you look for a job in such companies you are likely to get a job soon.
Required Experience:
Prior experience is very important when it comes to real estate industry. Learn about the real estate documentation system in Japan. Only if you can answer the questions about it are you likely to get the job. However, if you have at least 5 to 7 years of previous experience in this field, you are likely to get employment.
Salary Potential:
Salary ranges from 30L to 50L Japanese Yen annually (Tokyo).
(The given salary is approximate and gross salary, this may vary depends on the qualification, experience, local language proficiency, interview performance, location and the type of the company).
3.International Sales Representative/ Executive:
These types of sales jobs require English language skills more than Japanese language skills. Because all the customers you can target are foreigners or abroad. So English will be the main language. Prior experience in a reputed corporate organization is expected for this type of sales job. But the good thing is that those who know good English are given preference.
Required Experience:
Such fields definitely require prior experience. If you have at least 5 to 7 years of previous experience and have English knowledge, you are likely to get a job in this field in Japan. Don’t forget that knowledge of Japanese is an added advantage.
Salary Potential:
Salary ranges from 30L to 70L Japanese Yen annually (Tokyo).
(The given salary is approximate and gross salary, this may vary depends on the qualification, experience, local language proficiency, interview performance, location and the type of the company).
4.Ecommerce Sales:
If you work for a corporate company, you will be responsible for marketing all of that company’s products online. Or if you are working in an ecommerce company, that company will tie up with many companies and sell their products, so you will take responsibility for that sale.
Required Experience:
As far as ecommerce companies are concerned you should have at least 5 to 7 years of prior experience in any other ecommerce company. With more prior experience you can expect a slightly higher salary.
Salary Potential
Salary ranges from 50L to 80L Japanese Yen annually (Tokyo).
5.Showroom Sales:
Jobs like showroom sales usually always require more workers. But unlike other sales jobs, this job pays a little less. But those with more prior experience earn more. Some companies say that having some experience is enough. However, it varies from company to company.
Required experience:
A minimum of two or three years of prior experience is required.
Salary Potential:
Salary ranges from 40L to 70L Japanese Yen annually (Tokyo).
6.Wedding Sales Person: (Event Management)
We all know that marriage is on the decline in Japan. However, many people want to make marriage a memorable one. Most of them entrust the entire responsibility of conducting the wedding to the event management companies. It’s like these companies hire more sales officers to promote their companies.
Required experience:
A minimum of 5 to 10 experience in same field may be required.
Salary Potential:
Salary ranges from 50L to 80L Japanese Yen annually (Tokyo).
7.Digital Media Sales Executive:
As far as media sales is concerned, you know that you may be selling ads or selling space for ads. As far as this field is concerned you definitely need prior experience in the same field. It’s good to be in a good company.
Required experience:
A minimum of 5 to 10 experience in same field may be required.
Salary Potential:
Salary ranges from 40L to 100L Japanese Yen annually (Tokyo).
