Sales Director Japan

Date PostedAugust 3, 2026LocationAsia Japan TokyoCompanyMichael Page International Japan K.K./マイケル・ペイジ・インターナショナル・ジャパン株式会社SalaryJPY 15000K - JPY 20000KTypesales/ae - it sales

Job Summary

As the first employee in Japan, the Sales Director will manage existing customers and drive new business development within the technology and telecoms sector. The role involves building strong client relationships, preparing sales proposals, and delivering tailored solutions using a low-code platform. Successful candidates will also have the future opportunity to advance to country manager.

Responsibilities

  • Manage existing customers and develop new customers in Japan
  • Drive sales growth within the technology and telecoms sector
  • Prepare and present sales proposals, forecasts, and performance reports

Required Skills

  • Proven experience in software/SaaS or big-4 consulting sales
  • Strong negotiation and presentation skills
  • Fluent Japanese and business English

Job Details

Job Description As a Client Director you will be their first employee in Japan. Managing their existing customer (currently handled by someone in overseas) and develop new customers. Description * Develop and manage strong relationships with key clients to ensure satisfaction and long-term partnerships. * Identify new business opportunities and drive sales growth within the technology and telecoms sector. * Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs. * Prepare and present sales proposals, forecasts, and performance reports to stakeholders. Profile A successful Client Director should have: * Proven experience in client relationship management and sales within the software/SaaS or big-4 consulting companies. * Strong negotiation and presentation skills with a focus on achieving results. * Ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies. * Knowledge of market trends and competitor activities in the industry. * Fluent Japanese and business English. Job Offer * Competitive base salary up to 20M OTE. * Opportunity to work in the start up company. * Full remote. * opportunity to be the country manager in the future. Job Requirements A successful Client Director should have: - Proven experience in client relationship management and sales within the software/SaaS or big-4 consulting companies. - Strong negotiation and presentation skills with a focus on achieving results. - Ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies. - Knowledge of market trends and competitor activities in the industry. - Fluent Japanese and business English.