Technical Business Development Manager

About Franke

We, the Franke company with its three divisions, are a world's leading supplier of products and services for domestic kitchens, the professional foodservice systems and the convenience store sector as well as for professional coffee making. With around 60 companies, we are at home on five continents. Over 8,000 employees constantly take on new perspectives to identify opportunities and turn them into inspiring, innovative solutions for tomorrow’s demands.

The Franke Foodservice Systems division is a world-leading supplier of kitchen facilities, equipment and supplies solutions. As a full system manufacturer, distributor and program management partner, we supply global chains in the quick-service restaurant, convenience store and supermarket segments, helping to manage unit growth and upgrade their facilities.

About The Job

• Location: Tokyo, Japan 
• Employment Type: Full-time

Shape the future of foodservice solutions while working alongside industry leaders.

Are you a dynamic professional with a passion for innovation, customer success, and technical excellence? Join our team as a Technical Business Development Manager and play a pivotal role in driving growth across the Foodservice (FS) segment in Japen.

Your Tasks

• Provide Technical Expertise: Support the sales process with technical insights and collaborate with engineering and product teams to develop tailored solutions.
• Drive Sales Strategy for Growth: Develop and execute business growth strategies that balance financial performance with customer satisfaction.
• Explore New Markets: Conduct in-depth market research to uncover opportunities in QSR, coffee & tea, and company canteen channels.
• Build Relationships: Engage with current and potential clients to foster long-term, positive partnerships.
• Be the Customer’s Voice: Serve as the first point of contact, providing reliable feedback and resolving urgent issues.
• Champion Solutions: Promote innovative offerings to target customers and showcase the value of Franke’s solutions.
• Represent the Brand: Attend key industry events, exhibitions, and seminars to elevate our market presence.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or a related field; a technical background is preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative team environment
• Champion Solutions: Promote innovative offerings to target customers and showcase the value of Franke’s solutions.
• Represent the Brand: Attend key industry events, exhibitions, and seminars to elevate our market presence.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or a related field; a technical background is preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative team environment

Requirements

What We Offer You

• Join Franke to drive business growth and deliver breakthrough innovations to millions of customers worldwide. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of the foodservice industry and contribute to the ongoing success of commercial kitchens globally.
• Be part of a globally leading company with ambitious goals, a unique culture, and inspiring people—making Franke an exceptional place to work.
• At Franke, we encourage a spirit of innovation and pragmatic collaboration to reach new heights and deliver the best solutions to our customers.

Contact Details

Cocan Mou

Talent Acquisition Manager

For more information see:  www.franke.com

Important information for all executive search companies, headhunters and HR consultants

The Franke Group does not accept unsolicited support from headhunters and personnel consultants for our career opportunities. Any CV/resume vitae submitted to Franke or its employees by external recruitment agencies without a valid written recruitment agreement related to the position in question shall be deemed the sole property of our company. In the event that a candidate presented by an agency is hired in our company and there is no prior agreement, no fee will be paid.