Senior Strategic Program & Activation Manager - JAPAN

The Japan Commercial Operations team accelerates Workday Japan Sales Organization’s performance from all dimensions that are impactful. The Senior Strategic Program & Activation Manager will be a critical player on the team, leading the strategic program development and execution to accelerate sales performance of Japan. In addition, actively driving structural initiatives to enable the sales team to fill the execution gaps.

Responsibilities

Leading the strategic program development and execution to accelerate sales performance of Japan; Actively driving structural initiatives to enable the sales team to fill the execution gaps; Collaborating cross-functionally to drive progress on a variety of projects and programs

Requirements

8+ years of relevant work experience in consulting, internal strategy, program management, or sales operations; Experience developing strategy and programs to achieve business outcomes and develop successful teams; Experience with data analysis to inform and drive strategic business decisions; Able to present complex business decisions in a structured format; Able to effectively communicate with senior leaders on decisions that impact their teams; Consultative approach and strong communication skills to engage with key stakeholders at senior executive levels; Able to nurture collaboration and facilitate discussions among cross-functional teams to drive progress on a variety of projects and programs; Strong proficiency with PowerPoint and Excel

Nice to have

Experience in business application software and SaaS; High emotional intelligence and ability to bring point of view forward in a nuanced way to influence; Practical, hands-on approach and a “make it happen” demeanor; Adaptable and able to shift gears comfortably as business needs evolve; Solid understanding of sales strategy and operations; Able to learn in a face-paced environment; An enthusiastic team player with a positive mindset