Ruote development MANAGER

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Route Development Manager (RDM) to drive bilateral business development between Japan and Europe + Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam, and Mexico.
This role will support RFQ growth and advance our Forward2030 Partner Countries trade lane development strategy.

Purpose of the Role

- Drive strategic trade lane growth between Japan and key markets (Europe, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam, and Mexico) by developing bilateral business opportunities, supporting RFQs, and strengthening collaboration across the HWL network.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and execute trade lane growth strategies between Japan and designated countries.

- Generate new business opportunities through close collaboration with overseas HWL offices and Sales.

- Support RFQs, tenders, and strategic customer opportunities, particularly with multinational Japanese companies.

- Act as the commercial liaison between Japan and overseas countries to drive lead exchange and opportunity conversion.

- Monitor pipeline performance, market trends, and trade lane growth initiatives.

- Contribute to HWL Japan's Forward2030 objectives through profitable revenue and GP growth.

Requirements

- 5+ years' experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or international trade.

- Strong business development and trade lane management background.

- Experience supporting RFQs and multinational accounts.

- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

- Fluent in Japanese and English.

Success Measures

- Trade lane revenue and GP growth.

- RFQ win rate and pipeline conversion.

- Number of bilateral opportunities generated and secured.

- Contribution to strategic account and Forward2030 growth targets.

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