Sales Director, Southeast Asia
OVERVIEW:
Sportradar are looking to bring in an experienced, customer-driven Sales Director to manage and develop our Emerging and Enterprise accounts in Southeast Asia. The successful candidate will report to the VP, Account Management – APAC and will have a significant impact on the growth of our business. Our international environment, direct client communication and portfolio of technically oriented products and services make this position very diverse and challenging.
THE CHALLENGE:
- Develop and drive our business in the region through regular communication with C-suite executives, establishing yourself as a trustworthy and knowledgeable individual capable of influencing decision making at management level.
- Use all available resources to identify and cultivate sales opportunities to cross-sell and upsell; manage pipeline, revenue forecasts and sales activities to ensure data accuracy.
- Be the link between the client and internal development teams during the product integration phase.
- Work closely with marketing and product teams on presentations, product demos and on-site customer visits; devise new approaches to problems and work with the relevant internal teams on enhancing our capabilities and market reach.
- Contract preparation, creation and submission of proposals, sales information and presentations.
YOUR PROFILE:
- Communication and Presentation: This role requires strong verbal skills in English and at least one other prominent Asian language, such as Mandarin. The ideal candidate shall display executive presence and confidence in customer and stakeholder management.
- Knowledge and Experience: You are expected to have a comprehensive understanding of data and API products and specific experience in dealing with both B2B and B2C companies; those coming from an iGaming or bookmaking background will be given priority.
- Relationship Management: Proven track record of building and managing relationships with senior executives in complex organisations and the ability to read people and flexibly adjust your approach depending on circumstances.
- Creative and Upstream Thinking: You are expected to think outside of the box, to anticipate situations and find solutions before they emerge.
- Independent team player – You are able to manage your own time and tasks without any fuss, and actively support your fellow colleagues to the best of your ability.
- Significant regional experience and ability to travel around Asia up to 25% of the time.
OUR OFFER:
- Competitive compensation package, including equity and target-based bonuses
- Lots of opportunities to develop and progress your career in a high-growth team in Asia
- You will be surrounded by enthusiastic sports fans in a dynamic, multi-cultural office
- Wide range of work benefits, with plenty of opportunities to travel
SPORTRADAR
Sportradar is a global leader in understanding and leveraging the power of sports data and digital content for its clients around the world. We provide cutting-edge solutions and services to media companies, bookmakers, sports federations and state authorities.
We are a truly international business employing over 3,000 people in more than 30 locations around the world. Our rapid growth has been driven by technological innovation alongside an understanding of our clients’ business needs. It is our commitment to excellent service, quality and reliability that makes us the trusted partner of more than 1,000 companies in over 100 countries.
We occupy a unique position at the intersection of the sports, media and betting industries. This creates an exciting and fast-moving working environment that rewards creative thinking and hard work. We are passionate about what we do, and we care passionately about our people.
If you think you’re up to the challenge, come and help us to grow, innovate and develop!
Sportradar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to encourage diversity within our teams. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to among other things, your background, status or personal preferences.
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