Business Developer

Toyota Tsusho Europe SA (TTESA) was established in 1968 and is a part of Toyota Tsusho Corporation (TTC) in Japan. The Brussels office is the headquarters of 8 branches in France, Germany, Poland, Czech, Turkey, Italy and Hungary. For over half a century since its establishment in 1948, Toyota Tsusho Corporation has been building a global sales network as the only trading company of the Toyota Motor Group. Today, together with 955 subsidiaries and other affiliates comprising the Toyota Tsusho Group, we are involved in undertaking a wide range of businesses from trading, manufacturing and processing to retail and services throughout the world.

The products we are dealing with are automotive parts, electronic parts, machinery, energy and materials and metal. For more information, please check https://www.toyota-tsusho-europe.com/

About the Role

Our E-Mobility Supply Chain Business Unit is entering an exciting execution phase in the Battery EV and electrification parts sector. This involves real trading activities and business transactions with partners across Asia (including Japan and China). We are looking for a dynamic Business Developer who can accelerate this process, drive growth, and coordinate projects effectively. The position is based in Belgium, Zaventem and require 20-30% business travel (including occasional trips to China and Japan).

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Development for Toyota-Related Business

• Build and expand relationships with Toyota Motor Europe and Asian automotive component manufacturers.
• Manage end-to-end commercial activities:
• Negotiate with Chinese suppliers
• Communicate with customers in English
• Coordinate logistics and cost calculations with the sales team
• Identify and onboard new manufacturing partners to strengthen the business base.
• Develop and manage cross-border trading and logistics structures, including risk assessment and cost optimization.

2. Marketing & Business Development in Electrification

• Lead business development and marketing of battery-related materials and components for European customers, focusing on Asian suppliers.
• Conduct market research to identify promising startups and innovative technologies in electrification.
• Explore strategic partnerships or investment opportunities with high-potential companies.

3. Market Intelligence & Strategic Expansion

• Gather market and competitor insights to identify new opportunities.
• Support business strategy formulation and market-entry plans.
• Collaborate with global teams to align regional and global initiatives.

Your Profile:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s is a plus). Motivated recent graduates are welcome.
• Languages: Fluency in Chinese and English is mandatory.
• Background: Technical or engineering knowledge preferred, but strong interest in business development and willingness to learn are highly valued.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with ability to work across cultures and time zones.
• Proficient in MS Office and general business software.

Your Competencies:

• Positive attitude and customer-oriented mindset (flexibility, dependability, service-minded).
• Strong analytical skills and business insight.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure with deadlines.
• Quick learner, eager to grow.
• Open personality, adaptable to diverse situations and people.

Working Conditions:

• Regional role with frequent international travel (approx. 30%), including overnight stays in China and Japan.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a fast-growing sector at the forefront of electrification.
• Work in a multicultural environment with global exposure.
• Opportunity to shape strategic partnerships and drive innovation in e-mobility.

Other benefits:

• Flexible working hours.
• 5 weeks of vacation.
• Sick days (5 days a year).
• Catering allowance.
• Every month contribution to account in Benefity.cz system (Cafeteria system).
• Pension insurance contribution.
• Multisport card.
• Opportunities for education and systematic development.
• Drinks at the workplace for free.

Start date: immediately

Location: Anděl, Prague 5