Overview
VP, Sales(Japan) – United States of America
Who we areā¦
Stats Perform collects the richest sports data in the world and transforms it through revolutionary artificial intelligence (AI) to unlock the most in-depth insights for media and technology, betting and team performance. With company roots dating back almost 40 years, Stats Perform embraces and solves the dynamic nature of sport ā be that for digital and broadcast media with differentiated storytelling, tech companies with reliable and fast data to power their own innovations, sportsbooks with in-play betting and integrity services, or teams with first-of-its-kind AI analysis software. As the leading sports data and AI company, Stats Perform works with most of the top global sports broadcast companies, tech companies, sportsbooks, teams and leagues.
What we need from youā¦
Reporting into the VP of Content, Japan, the Commercial Manager ā Japan is responsible for achieving revenue targets through the distribution of Stats Perform content products and the management of key client relationships to identify new business, appropriate up-sells and renewals.Ā
Initially, the key challenge for this role will be deeply understanding Stats Perform products and their benefits for clients and industry sectors. Eventually, the key challenge for this role is to balance the day-to-day aspects of the job (such as client queries, preparing sales proposals, and working closely with internal stakeholders) with the continuing need to focus on winning new business.
This role will work closely with the VP of Content Japan and with other members of Stats Perform APAC commercial team.
What skills & experience youāll bring to usā¦
Client Relationship Management
- Develop strong and mutually beneficial relationships with existing and potential clients, including publishers, media groups, broadcasters, professional clubs, and media agencies
- Develop and present proposals and pricing for Stats Performās product portfolio to all potential licensees and syndication partnersĀ
- Maintain proactive and ongoing client dialogue, acting as the point of escalation to promptly resolve issues and follow up on queries and leads.
Operational & Product Effectiveness
- Prepare, monitor and report on budget/pipeline forecasts appropriately prioritising growth targets
- Develop and implement plans to ensure the overall success of financial and non-financial KPIsĀ
- Assist Commercial team with preparation of commercial proposals and updating internal commercial sales collateral
- Monitor current market landscape, trends and competitor activity and report to VP of Content, Japan and EVP of Content, APAC as requiredĀ
Do you have these essentials?
- Expertise in revenue generation & account management in a commercial sales role (min 3 – 5 years). Digital Media and Business Development experience in sport will be viewed favourably
- Experience managing a sales pipeline with demonstrable strategies employed to deliver success
- Solid understanding of digital media players, their commercial models and revenue drivers
- Well-developed communication skills, including written, oral, email, telephone, and in making compelling presentationsĀ
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise own activity and influence the activity of others to meet deadlines
- Strong proficiency using Microsoft suite of software and internet research tools to drive business outcomes
- Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally as required
- Some flexibility with working hours as required
- Proven strategic acumen and demonstrable track record in delivery
- Sales track record and exceptional relationship building skills
- Proven innovator
- Commercial acumen
- Budget ownershipĀ
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It would be great if you have these desirables too..
- Digital sports sales
- Brand or Agency background
- Strong connection with Japanese Corporations or Agencies
- English Language competency
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