About this role
The Business Consultant function includes direct selling, lead generation and other commercial activities for the Japan market. He(she) positively presents the nature and benefits of the Taste Institute's services and converts interest of customers into orders. He(she) also assists the team in the preparation of the food/drink tasting sessions and other administrative tasks. The Consultant also : - Insures the good follow-up of orders - Helps to promote awarded brands from the Japan market - Participates to international fairs and to the tasting sessions - Manages the Taste Institute's databases and website - Helps the customers use the awards for their awarded products Job Qualifications : - Excellent command of Japanese (C1/C2 level required) - Fluency in English - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Communication or a related field, or equivalent qualification - Minimum 1 year of experience in sales/marketing, preferably in B2B sales or Account Management - Knowledge of the Japan food and beverage market - Knowledge of Export / Import assistance within the Japan market (optional) - Good communication and commercial skills, both written and verbal - Ability to work independently and within an international team environment - Experience with CRM - Excellent knowledge of MS Office, Adobe Indesign, social media and data base management - Some experience in FMCG is a plus We are looking for a dynamic and self-reliant person at ease in a multicultural working environment. This is an opportunity to work in a growing and fast paced SME. The position allows a lot of autonomy and provides a strong on-the-job development opportunity in a key market for the Taste Institute.