Tech Sales Eng/BusDev - Manufacturing (Japanese spk Pref)

We're looking for a technically grounded sales professional to help grow business across turnkey manufacturing and contract production projects.This is a front-end, solution-based sales role - working directly with customers to understand manufacturing challenges, scope projects, develop estimates, and deliver engineered solutions through a global supplier network.If you enjoy blending engineering thinking with business development, this role offers strong ownership and visibility.What You'll DoDevelop new business within manufacturing and industrial marketsMeet with customers to understand production needs and pain pointsScope turnkey manufacturing projects from concept to quoteBuild RFQs, develop cost estimates, and review supplier pricingPresent proposals and close project opportunitiesCoordinate with domestic and international manufacturing partnersSupport projects through delivery as neededTechnical / Estimating FocusThis Role Requires Someone Comfortable WithReading engineering drawingsCost estimating and quotingCNC machining and fabrication processesEvaluating manufacturability and supplier capabilitiesYou're selling engineered solutions - not catalog parts.Japanese Language & Cultural AlignmentBecause of regular interaction with Japanese customers and overseas partners:Japanese language proficiency is strongly preferredExperience working with Japanese companies is a major plusComfort operating across cultures and time zones is importantWhat We're Looking ForExperience in technical sales, estimating, applications, or manufacturing engineeringBackground in machining, fabrication, contract manufacturing, or automationStrong communication and customer-facing skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and sales cyclesNo Degree Required - Relevant Experience Is What Matters.Work StructureHybrid schedule (office + customer visits)Regional travel requiredCollaboration with international partnersIf you're someone who understands manufacturing, enjoys working with customers, and wants to sell complete solutions rather than individual components, we'd welcome a conversation.All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.