Japan / Korea Sourcing Agent & Partnership Manager for Humanoid Robotics
Worldwide
We are Droid Depot, a US-based early-stage robotics startup with real paid client demand. We are building a managed deployment platform for humanoid and advanced robots and are looking for a Japan or Korea-based sourcing expert / partnership manager to help us establish strategic partnerships and consignment/stocking arrangements with local manufacturers. What We Need: Identify and introduce verified humanoid / advanced robotics manufacturers in Japan and/or South Korea Arrange warm introductions to BD, commercial, or partnership-level decision makers Support negotiations for demo units, consignment, stocking, revenue-share, or strategic collaboration models Provide local support (vetting, relationship management, cultural/business guidance) Must-Have Requirements: Based in Japan or South Korea (strong local network required) Native or fluent Japanese and/or Korean + excellent English Existing relationships in the robotics, automation, or advanced hardware industry Experience facilitating or closing partnership / OEM / consignment deals Understanding of local business culture and negotiation practices Nice-to-have: Technical knowledge of humanoid robots, actuators, or AI hardware Experience working with international startups How to Apply: Please reply with: Your current location (Japan or Korea) Specific robotics / hardware companies or contacts you have access to One example of a partnership or deal you’ve helped facilitate Your hourly rate or expected milestone pricing Only serious candidates with real local networks in Japan or Korea will be considered.
- Less than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 1-3 monthsDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
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- United StatesFairfax6:04 AM
- $107K total spent37 hires, 4 active
- 1,233 hours
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