Japanese Food Sales Manager & Office Management

Japanese Food Company seeks for: Position: Sales & Office Manager Location: North Acton Employment Type: Full-time Salary: up to 60K GBP This is a dual role that combines responsibility for driving sales growth with overseeing the day-to-day operations of our small office. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage administrative tasks with efficiency and attention to detail. Key Responsibilities Sales Management * Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve company targets. * Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients. * Identify new business opportunities and support market expansion. * Prepare and present regular sales reports and forecasts to senior management * Analyse sales data to measure performance and identify areas for improvement. * Manage and support a small sales team, setting clear goals and performance targets to keep the team motivated. * Represent the company at exhibitions, trade shows, and client meetings. Office Management * Oversee the day-to-day administrative operations of a small office, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning. * Manage office administration, including correspondence, scheduling, and record-keeping. * Handle basic bookkeeping tasks, including processing invoices, expense reports, and liaising with our external accountant. * Support finance-related tasks such as invoicing, expenses, and budget monitoring. * Supervise and support a small team, fostering a positive and efficient working environment. * Coordinate with suppliers, service providers, and external partners. * Provide regular reports to senior management and participate in scheduled management meetings. * Serve as the first point of contact for visitors and calls, providing professional customer service. Requirements * Proven experience in sales and/or business development, ideally in food import/export. * Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail. * Experience in office administration or team management. * Excellent communication and negotiation skills. * Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with accounting software is an advantage. * Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. * Language requirement Business-level English; Japanese other language skills a plus