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Job Description
GumGum is seeking an Account Director to drive revenue for its contextual advertising platform in Japan. This role involves prospecting and closing sales with large and mid-size agencies, reporting to the Managing Director, Japan. The Account Director will work autonomously, supported by a cross-functional pre-sales team, and will leverage their deep knowledge of the online media landscape to deliver solutions for clients.
What this role involves:
- Driving revenue and new business in Japan.
- Identifying and qualifying opportunities from marketing-driven leads.
- Generating sales activity through cold calling, presentations, and RFPs.
- Upselling current clients with existing and new products.
- Cultivating relationships with brands, agencies, and clients.
- Translating client insights to the internal product team.
- Collaborating with the Account Manager and other internal teams.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Media or Marketing/Advertising field preferred.
- 5+ years in digital advertising sales.
- Proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets.
- Strong relationships with ad agencies in Japan, including global holding companies.
- Native-level written and verbal communication skills in Japanese.
- Written and verbal communication skills in English a plus, but not required.
What GumGum offers:
- Opportunity to drive revenue for a leading contextual advertising platform.
- Chance to work with a cross-functional pre-sales team.
- A role that requires independent judgment and discretion.
