Sales Manager - Japanese Speaker

SALT; United Arab Emirates; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leading exhibition company is seeking a Sales Manager to drive business growth in Japan's energy sector. The role focuses on building C-level relationships and securing sponsorship revenue for a premier energy exhibition. Ideal candidates are fluent in Japanese and have a strong background in B2B event sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Japanese (essential).
• Proven success in B2B event sponsorship or adjacent sectors.
• Track record in new business development.

Responsibilities

• Own and grow key accounts across the Japanese energy landscape.
• Identify and close high-value sponsorship deals ($30K-$80K range).
• Build strategic relationships with senior decision-makers.

Skills

B2B event sponsorship

New business development

Relationship building

Lead sourcing

Closing high-value deals

Job description

Sales Manager Energy Exhibition (Asia)

Location: Dubai (preferred) or Singapore | Remote in Japan considered

Ready to lead energy-sector growth in Japan's B2B events space

My client a global leading exhibition company is looking for a Sales Manager to drive new business and sponsorship revenue for a leading energy exhibition targeting the Japanese market. This is a high-impact, sales-driven role focused on winning new business, building C-level relationships, and representing one of the most dynamic energy events in Asia.

Responsibilities:

• Own and grow key accounts across the Japanese energy landscape
• Identify and close high-value sponsorship deals ($30K$80K range)
• Build strategic relationships with senior decision-makers
• Represent the event professionally in early-stage outreach and onsite at exhibitions
• Collaborate closely with content and marketing teams to craft compelling propositions
• Mentor junior team members and support leadership initiatives when needed

Requirements:

• Native or fluent Japanese speaker (essential)
• Based in Dubai or Singapore preferred Japan-based remote options possible
• Proven success in B2B event sponsorship or adjacent sectors (media, advertising, comms, hospitality)
• Track record in new business development in competitive or underdeveloped markets
• Energy sector knowledge (traditional or renewables) is a plus
• Consistent record of closing high-value deals
• Ability to self-source leads and navigate complex sales cycles
• Comfortable pitching at senior levels (director and C-suite)