About Workato

Workato transforms technology complexity into business opportunity. As the leader in enterprise orchestration, Workato helps businesses globally streamline operations by connecting data, processes, applications, and experiences. Its AI-powered platform enables teams to navigate complex workflows in real-time, driving efficiency and agility.

Trusted by a community of 400,000 global customers, Workato empowers organizations of every size to unlock new value and lead in today's fast-changing world.

Learn how Workato helps businesses of all sizes achieve more at

Why join us?

Ultimately, Workato believes in fostering a flexible, trust-oriented culture that empowers everyone to take full ownership of their roles. We are driven by innovation and looking for team players who want to actively build our company.

But, we also believe in balancing productivity with self-care.

That's why we offer all of our employees a vibrant and dynamic work environment along with a multitude of benefits they can enjoy inside and outside of their work lives.

If this sounds right up your alley, please submit an application. We look forward to getting to know you

Also, Feel Free To Check Out Why:
Business Insider named us an "enterprise startup to bet your career on"
Forbes' Cloud 100 recognized us as one of the top 100 private cloud companies in the world
Deloitte Tech Fast 500 ranked us as the 17th fastest growing tech company in the Bay Area, and 96th in North America
Quartz ranked us the #1 best company for remote workers

Responsibilities

We are looking for an exceptional Sales Manager, Strategic Sales to join our growing team in Japan.

You will also be responsible to:
Join our growing Japan team, in one of our most high potential regions globally.
Report directly to our Director of Sales and Partnerships, Japan
Build and execute a territory plan targeting Enterprise customers across Japan.
Focus on new business sales. Selling both directly and with/through channel partners.
Partner with our SDR, partner sales and marketing teams who are all based locally.
Act as a strategic advisor to C-Level executives (both technical and non-technical) in your accounts. Helping them to maximise the potential of automation and integration.

Responsibilities

We are looking for an exceptional Sales Manager, Strategic Sales to lead and grow our team in Japan.

As a Playing Manager, you will carry both team and individual quotas.


You will be responsible to:
Lead and scale our Japan sales team, one of our most high potential regions globally, while personally driving strategic enterprise deals
Report directly to our Director of Sales and Partnerships, Japan and collaborate closely with regional leadership
Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Account Executives, providing coaching, guidance, and performance management
Develop and execute territory and account strategies targeting Enterprise customers across Japan for both your team and your own portfolio
Drive new business sales both as an individual contributor and through your team, selling directly and with/through channel partners
Partner closely with SDR, partner sales, and marketing teams who are all based locally to maximize pipeline generation and conversion
Act as a strategic advisor to C-Level executives (both technical and non-technical) in your accounts, helping them maximize the potential of automation and integration
Forecast accurately and manage sales pipeline for both your personal deals and team performance
Establish and refine sales processes to ensure consistent execution and scalability as the team grows

Requirements

Qualifications / Experience / Technical Skills

At least 8-12 years of Enterprise Software Sales experience in the technology space, ideally with a SaaS or PaaS vendor
Minimum 3-5 years of sales management experience, with proven success in building and scaling high-performing sales teams
Demonstrated track record of consistently exceeding both personal and team quotas
Proven ability to generate new business sales at the enterprise level and close complex, strategic deals
Strong understanding of enterprise sales methodologies (MEDDIC, Challenger, Solution Selling, etc.)
Ability to communicate with senior executives in mid-size business, up to C-level, and navigate complex organizational structures

Soft Skills / Personal Characteristics

Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop team members
High level of comfort presenting key client issues and being the customer advocate within Workato
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with an entrepreneurial and proactive mindset
Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time, even under high-pressure situations, while balancing team management and individual quota
Strong collaboration skills across functions, ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with a passion for making an impact
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Japanese to communicate with multi-lingual stakeholders externally and internally

職務内容

Workatoは、日本で成長を続けるチームに加わっていただける、ストラテジックセールスチームの営業本部長を探しています。


主な職務は以下の通りです:
グローバルで最も高い成長ポテンシャルを持つ地域の一つである、日本チームに参画
Director of Sales and Partnerships, Japanに直接レポート
日本全国のEnterpriseマーケット顧客をターゲットとした営業戦略の構築と実行
新規ビジネスの獲得に注力。直販およびチャネルパートナーとの協業による販売
国内を拠点とするSDR、パートナーセールス、マーケティングチームとの連携
担当顧客のCレベルエグゼクティブ(技術系・非技術系両方)に対する戦略的アドバイザーとして、自動化と統合の可能性を最大化するサポートを提供

応募要件

資格・経験・技術スキル

テクノロジー領域におけるエンタープライズソフトウェアセールスの経験5〜8年以上(SaaSまたはPaaSベンダーでの経験が望ましい)
新規ビジネス獲得の実績
ミッドサイズからエンタープライズ企業の経営幹部からCレベルまでとコミュニケーションできる能力

ソフトスキル・人物像

主要な顧客課題を提示し、Workato社内で顧客の代弁者となることに高い適性
起業家精神と積極的なマインドセットを持つ、優れた論理的思考力と分析力
プレッシャーの高い状況下でも、効果的にタスクの優先順位付けと時間管理ができる能力
強い協調性、変化の激しい環境への適応力、インパクトを生み出すことへの情熱
社内外の多言語ステークホルダーとコミュニケーションするための、日本語・英語両方における優れた文章力およびコミュニケーション能力

職務レベル
シニアレベル
雇用形態
正社員
職務タイプ
営業、事業開発
業種
ソフトウェア開発

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