JapaneseEnglish Bilingual Business Development Associate San Mateo, California

Job Title : Japanese / English Bilingual Business Development Associate

Location : San Mateo California

Salary range : $50k-$100k DOE

Hours : 9 : 00 AM - 5 : 30 PM

Job Type : Permanent

Job Description :

We are looking for a highly motivated and entrepreneurial New Business Development Associate to join

our this role you will play a key part in identifying and developing new business opportunities

driving growth and supporting strategic initiatives across various markets. As a full-time team member

you will have the opportunity to influence key decisions and contribute significantly to the expansion of

our business.

Responsibilities :

Market Research & Opportunity Identification : Conduct in-depth research on market trends

customer needs and competitive landscapes. Identify new business opportunities and growth

areas in domestic and international markets.

Strategic Planning & Business Case Development : Develop business plans and financial

models to support the launch of new initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to create go-to-market

strategies and validate business models.

Partnership & Client Relationship Management : Help identify and build relationships with key

partners potential clients and stakeholders. Manage business development pipelines and track

progress through CRM tools.

Product Development Support : Work closely with product marketing and technology teams

to support the development of new products or services. Ensure alignment with market needs

and business objectives.

Project Management : Take ownership of cross-functional projects ensuring timely delivery

meeting objectives and staying within budget. Communicate progress and outcomes to

stakeholders.

Data-Driven Decision Making : Collect and analyze data on business performance market

conditions and customer behavior. Use insights to recommend and implement improvements to

current strategies and business models.

Presentation & Reporting : Prepare presentations reports and pitch decks for internal and

external audiences including senior leadership investors and potential partners.

Qualifications :

Education & Experience : Bachelors degree in Business Economics Marketing Finance or a

related field. 1-3 years of experience in business development strategy consulting or a similar

role is preferred.

Analytical & Strategic Thinking : Strong ability to perform market analysis financial modeling

and develop strategic insights based on data.

Strong Communication Skills : Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience in

preparing and delivering presentations to various stakeholders including senior management.

Entrepreneurial Mindset : A self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving able to

work independently and thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Tech Savviness : Proficient in Microsoft Excel Google Sheets and presentation tools (e.g.

PowerPoint Google Slides). Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce) and analytics tools

(e.g. Google Analytics) is a plus.

Collaboration Skills : Ability to work cross-functionally with teams in marketing product sales

and operations in Japanese. A team player who can build strong relationships across

departments.

Project Management : Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with attention to

detail organization and the ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in Startups or High-Growth Environments : Prior experience working in a startup

or fast-growing company is desirable.

Industry Experience : Knowledge of or experience in industries such as technology

cybersecurity consumer goods or SaaS is a plus.

Global Business Experience : Previous experience working on international projects or

managing global business initiatives is preferred.

Advanced Degrees : MBA or relevant advanced degrees are a plus but not required.

Key Skills

Revenue Growth,Customer Services,Business Analysis,Business Administration,Account Management,Business Management,Database,Business Operations,Business Sales,Salesforce,Market Research,Product Management,Client Services,Business Relationships,Sales Process

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1