Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

1. Sales Development

Identify and develop new business opportunities with restaurants, bars, hotels, retailers, distributors, and event companies. Manage existing customer accounts, maintain strong relationships, and ensure repeat sales. Conduct product presentations, tastings, and sake education sessions to drive sales. Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply terms with trade partners.
2. Marketing & Branding

Plan and execute marketing strategies to increase sake brand awareness in Malaysia. Develop promotional campaigns, collaborations, and seasonal offers with F&B outlets and retailers. Support and organize events such as pairing dinners, sake masterclasses, and product Manage social media content, digital campaigns, and collaborations with influencers/KOLs. Create marketing materials (brochures, menus, tasting notes) aligned with brand guidelines.
3. Market Research & Strategy

Conduct market research to identify new trends, competitor activities, and potential sales channels. Provide feedback and insights to management for product positioning and pricing strategies. Monitor industry developments, consumer preferences, and opportunities for sake education.
4. Customer Engagement & Education

Build strong relationships with sommeliers, chefs, beverage managers, and retailers. Educate trade partners and consumers on Japanese sake, its culture, varieties, and food pairings. Provide after-sales support and ensure customer satisfaction.
5. Reporting & Administration

Prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, and pipeline updates for management. Track marketing ROI and campaign effectiveness. Ensure proper stock monitoring and coordinate with logistics/warehouse for timely Handle documentation related to sales, marketing, and events.

Work Requirements:

Strong passion for Japanese culture, cuisine, and sake. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently. Experience in F&B, wine/spirits, or premium lifestyle products is an advantage.
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM3,000.00 - RM5,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Opportunities for promotion Professional development
Work Location: In person