WeWork Japan is seeking a Sales Manager to help lead its sales efforts in Japan. The Sales Manager will work closely with the Sales Director to grow sales in their market. The full-time position is based in Tokyo and will be part of our growing Growth organization.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team of Account executives in their market and will be responsible to guide and coach them to success, helping them achieve their individual quotas. He/She will work closely will work closely with their local team of Community Managers and Directors to ensure they are growing sales and occupancy in their buildings. The Sales Manager will have a player coach mentality and can build, coach and develop a team of passionate and successful closers.
Responsibilities
Teach, mentor, coach and lead a team of 6+ Account Executives
Proven track record managing a world-class sales team exceeding revenue goals
Demonstrates strong pipeline management and forecasting ability
Builds and cultivates a strong relationship with stakeholders across several departments to align on priorities
Strong team player who can make decisions and excels in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Serves as a point person to help project manage new building openings across the city
Outside the box thinking to develop new and unique sales tactics to get results quickly
Qualifications
5+ years prior sales experience
3 + years prior sales management experience
College graduate with a 4-year degree
A thoughtful communicator who can prioritize projects
A natural leader who prides themselves on their ability to inspire others
Problem solver who can independently translate high-level goals into actionable plans
Hard working, dependable, organized and detail-oriented
Experience with SalesForce or other CRM tools
Highly adaptable, analytical, detail oriented and process is driven
Business level English
Native level Japanese