FlexaFlexa
  • Discover companies
  • Find a job
  • Resources
Sign inSign up

Quick links

  • Sign in
  • Sign up
  • Book a demo
  • Live feed

For employers

  • How Flexa can help
  • Case studies
  • Talent Insights Report 2026

For users

  • Discover companies
  • Find a job
  • Resources
  • The Flexa Awards

Flexa info

  • About us
  • Contact us
  • FAQs
  • Legal
FlexaFlexa

© 2026 Flexa, All rights reserved.

  • Privacy policy
  • Terms
Discover companies
Find a job
Resources
View company profileApply now

Working at Maersk

  • Company employees
    100,000+
  • Gender diversity (m:f)
    65:35

Hiring in

  • South America
  • Central America
  • Caribbean
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • Egypt
  • Kenya
  • United States
  • South Africa

Office locations

Join Maersk as a Business Development Manager in Tokyo, Japan. In this full-time role, you will drive new account development, sell integrated container logistics solutions, and build strategic customer partnerships. We are looking for a self-driven sales professional with strong communication skills and native-level Korean or Japanese proficiency.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or related sales/commercial roles.
  • Proven success in new business development and key account management.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred, not required.
  • Native-level Korean or Japanese proficiency, alongside good written and verbal English.
  • Proficient in managing sales pipelines and CRM tools (SFDC).

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Consultative Selling: Engage senior decision-makers to offer strategic logistics recommendations and tailored value propositions.
  • Pipeline Management: Manage sales pipelines and utilize CRM tools like SFDC to track and drive new account acquisition.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal product and stakeholder teams to deliver customer-focused solutions and respond to inquiries.
  • Relationship Management: Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients to achieve gross profit targets.
  • Potential transition routes: People from Account Executive or Sales Representative roles may bring commercial and negotiation skills, alongside meeting the required sales and logistics experience.

Job description

Job Description

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organization reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

Key Responsibilities:

We are looking for a customer facing, self-driven sales who has responsibility for the commercial development and delivery of the results to the company. The purpose of the role is to drive “New Account” development and lead the selling of integrated container logistics solution. The role is expected to develop and facilitate logistics solutions as well as managing customers relationships to build strategical partnerships globally.

  • Bring “New LOGO” into Maersk Business Portfolio.

  • Develop tailored value propositions and business plans to increase share of wallet

  • Develop and manage relationships with existing and new customers to deliver gross profit targets and grow our business.

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective sales strategies and respond to customer inquiries and requests.

  • Develop and implement customer business development plans that align with our short-term and long-term sales strategies and market environment.

  • Communicate effectively with senior decision-makers and build strategic partnerships with us.

  • Participate in tendering processes and manage relationships with clients.

  • Demonstrate a customer-centric approach and offer consultative recommendations that provide long-term strategic value.

  • Local partnership / relationship building while finding local logistics opportunity against Global Account

  • Collaborate with product teams to support revenue growth and profitability

  • Work cross-functionally to develop and deliver customer-focused solutions

  • Perform other tasks as assigned by managers.

We are looking for:

  • 5+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or a related sales/commercial role

  • Proven success in developing new business and managing key accounts

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field (preferred, not required)

  • Strong consultative selling and negotiation skills

  • Experience engaging stakeholders at multiple levels

  • Proficient in managing sales pipelines and using CRM tools (SFDC)

  • Strategic thinking with a results-driven mindset

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

  • Team-oriented with the ability to work cross-functionally

  • Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn

  • Commitment to ethical conduct and company values

  • Good command of written and verbal English skills, along with native-level Korean /Japanese proficiency.

  • Strong understanding of logistics products, solutions, pricing, and terminology.

  • Ability to manage multiple objectives and priorities effectively.

  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with internal stakeholders.

  • Familiarity with supply chain development processes in the local market and industry.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

Apply now
Maersk

Business Development Manager

Tokyo

Similar jobs

Maersk

Business Development Lead NEC

Hamburg and Rotterdam
Maersk

LCL Product & Cargo Risk Management Business Development Manager

Istanbul
Maersk

Business Development Manager - BESS

The Woodlands, Texas
$150,000 - $180,000 / year
Maersk

Supply Chain Development Manager

Charlotte
$100,000 - $130,000 / year
Maersk

Regional Business Development Manager, Cold Chain Logistics

Charlotte
$110,000 – $125,000 / year
Maersk

Senior Newbuilding Manager

Copenhagen