Sales Representative – Japanese Language

JOB TITLE: Sales Representative (Japanese Language)

LOCATION: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, on-site

EXPERIENCE: 3+ years (mandatory)

LANGUAGE: Professional proficiency in Japanese (mandatory)

MARKETS: US / UK international clients

CTC: ₹60,000 to 75,000 per month, based on experience and language proficiency, with performance-based revision after probation

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Backdropsource — a global e-commerce brand reimagining creative display & visual storytelling.

Founded with a passion for creativity and innovation, Backdropsource began as a small venture dedicated to meeting the unique needs of the photography and event industries. Over the years, we have grown into a global brand, trusted by professionals and enthusiasts alike across the United States, Canada, the UK, Australia, and beyond. Since 2004, we’ve been dedicated to providing photographers, businesses, event planners, and creatives with high-quality, customizable backdrops and display solutions that elevate their work and captivate audiences.

Your one-stop destination for premium banners, backdrops, and display solutions.

We run dedicated storefronts across the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India and the UAE — our sales team works with international customers every single day.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a dynamic and customer-focused Sales Associate/Executive who can interact with clients, understand their requirements, and build strong relationships. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills and the ability to generate and close sales opportunities.

This is an experienced, international-facing position handling enquiries and accounts across our US and UK markets, alongside Japanese-speaking clients. Sales maturity, cross-cultural communication, and language fluency matter equally here.

MANDATORY – NON-NEGOTIABLE

Applications will only be considered if all three criteria are met.

● Sales experience — minimum 3+ years in a direct sales, inside sales, or business development role,

with a demonstrable record of meeting targets.

● International client experience (US / UK markets) — proven experience selling to and managing

clients in the US and/or UK, including their business etiquette, time zones, and communication style.

● Japanese language proficiency — professional working proficiency in Japanese – spoken and

written. JLPT N3 or above preferred; assessed on live conversation and written correspondence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

▪ Interact with prospective and existing clients through calls, meetings, and emails

▪ Understand customer needs and recommend suitable products/services

▪ Build and maintain long-term client relationships

▪ Follow up on leads and convert them into sales

▪ Maintain accurate records of client interactions and sales activities

▪ Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery

REQUIREMENTS

▪ 3+ years of sales experience — mandatory

▪ International client experience across the US / UK markets — mandatory

▪ Professional proficiency in Japanese, spoken and written — mandatory

▪ Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

▪ Good verbal and written communication skills

▪ Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities

▪ Basic knowledge of MS Office / CRM tools

▪ Ability to handle client queries and objections professionally

▪ Self-motivated and target-oriented

PREFERRED SKILLS

▪ JLPT N3 or above certification

▪ Experience in e-commerce, print, events, or B2B product sales

▪ Prior experience working with Japanese clients or in a Japanese business environment

▪ Fluency in English and the local language

▪ Presentation and negotiation skills

▪ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

WHAT WE OFFER

• Salary - ₹60,000+ per month, plus performance-based incentives.
• Growth - Structured training and a clear path into senior international sales roles.
• Environment - A supportive, fast-moving team inside a global e-commerce brand