Why We Are Hiring
The German language version of ZenMarket was launched in 2023 and has grown considerably ever since. As our community expands, we are once again looking for a German, Japanese, and English-speaking customer support professional to join our team.
At ZenGroup, our support team thrives on multilingual communication. If you are looking to utilize your language skills in a truly international business setting, this is the perfect role for you. Grow your career with us here in Japan and discover the exciting world of E-commerce
Main Duties
- Handling multilingual customer inquiries (only via chat)
- Cooperation and reporting with other teams when handling complaints.
- Management of remote operators (part-time staff).
- Other related duties (e.g., translation).
Who We Are Looking For
Must-Have Skills
- Native level proficiency in German (Mother tongue).
- English proficiency:Business level(TOEIC 800 or higher) Certification not required.
- Japanese proficiency:Business level (JLPT N2 or better).
Preferred Skills
- Translation experience
- Work experience at small to medium-sized enterprises.
- Experience in the cross-border EC industry or Customer Support.
- Basic knowledge of HTML.
- Proficiency in other languages.
Personality
- Independent Thinker: Able to act proactively with independent thought, possesses excellent communication skills for smooth cooperation, has office work experience, and approaches work with a positive attitude.
- Team Player: Values building trust with team members and finds joy in achieving common goals together.
- Adaptability to IT Skills: Can smoothly operate computers for work and has the drive to actively learn new tools/software to improve efficiency.
- Global Mindset: Enjoys professional interaction in a global environment with people of different ages, nationalities, and cultures.
About Us
ZenGroup is an e-commerce company based in Osaka, Japan, with over 400 active employees across our headquarters and logistics centers. With a diverse workforce representing more than 34 nationalities, we support the international market in purchasing products from Japan and help Japanese companies sell their products overseas.
ZenGroup currently operates the following six services:
- ZenMarket: A proxy-buying platform that enables international customers to shop in their own language on major Japanese e-commerce sites such as Mercari, Yahoo Auctions, Yahoo Shopping, and more.
- ZenPlus: An e-commerce marketplace that connects over 3,000 small to mid-sized Japanese businesses with international customers.
- ZenPromo: A promotional service that helps Japanese companies refine their international marketing strategies and build global brand awareness.
- ZenPop: A monthly subscription box service offering curated stationery items that highlight Japanese kawaii culture and other cultural elements.
- ZenLink: An HTML tag-based service for Japanese e-commerce companies that enables their products to be purchased on ZenMarket, driving international web traffic to their stores.
- ZenStudio: A creative agency specializing in web design and video production, supporting businesses entering digital media or enhancing their e-commerce presence to meet modern trends.
Today, our platform has over 2 million registered users, is available in 19 languages, and serves customers in over 181 countries across six continents—delivering Japanese products to the world.
| Position | German & English Language Customer Support |
| Department | Operations department Customer support section （Section leader: 1, Vice section leader: 1, Team leaders: 5, Staff: 20） |
| Contract Type | Permanent employee (full time) |
| Positions Available | 1 |
| Reason for hire | Staff expansion |
| Working Hours | Shift schedule:rotational, with Sundays always off. Schedules are provided monthly. Standard working hours: 9:15 AM – 6:15 PM (8 working hours / 1 hour break) Flextime available: start work anytime between 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, with up to 2 hours of break time per day. *Standard working hours apply during the initial training period (approx. 2 months). |
| Work Location | Osaka Sakaisuji L Tower, 1 Chome-7-7 Kawaramachi, Chuo, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan *On-site |
| Access | Osaka Metro Chuo Line Sakaisuji Honmachi Station 6 mins |
| Salary | Based on previous experience and ability ・Bonus: twice a year (June and December) ・Salary evaluation: once a year ・3-month probationary period (Salary same as above) ・If the required period of employment is not met, the employee will not be eligible for their initial bonus. |
| Other Allowances | ・Overtime (paid by minute) ・Transportation allowance (up to ¥30,000/month) |
| Days Off & Vacation Leave | ・5-day workweek (Shift Schedule) ・New Year holiday (4 days) ・Paid leave (26 days in year 1) ・Congratulatory and condolence leave ・Maternity/paternity leave ・Child care leave ・Personal day leave *Work is required on national holidays, excluding the New Year holiday. |
| Benefits | ・Complete social insurance (workers’ compensation, employment, health, welfare pension) ・Business casual dress code ・Training system (job-specific, level-specific training) ・Japanese/English lessons ・In-house club activities (karaoke, day camp, etc.) ・Monthly company events ・Free tea and coffee |
| Regarding Paid Vacation | 26 days of paid leave are provided from the first year, with the number increasing annually. In 2024, the paid leave usage rate exceeded 80%. |
Selection Process
1st Interview (45~60mins) – Recruiting Team
*Online or In-person
Logic test (30mins) + Customer support test (45mins)
*Logic test is not conducted during online interviews
2nd Interview (45~60min) – Customer support team
*Travel expenses up to 27,000 JPY available for candidates outside the Kansai region.
*Logic Test + Translation test
3rd Interview (45~min) – HR Planning Team
*Online or In-person (45-60 min).
*Situation test
