Indonesia Market - Country CEO

Talent Hunts Indonesia; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 450.000.000 - 550.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive software company seeks a Senior Business Development / Sales Manager to boost its presence in WhatsApp marketing for e-commerce in Indonesia. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, a robust network in the e-commerce sector, and is fluent in both Indonesian and English. You will lead local sales efforts and collaborate with teams to tailor solutions for the market, driving growth and strategic partnerships.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in business development or sales roles.
• Strong network within Indonesia's e-commerce ecosystem.
• Fluent in Indonesian and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategy for WhatsApp marketing in Indonesia.
• Manage sales team locally and identify new business opportunities.
• Lead negotiations and close deals with large e-commerce clients.

Skills

Strategic Partnerships

Presentation Skills

New Business Opportunities

Negotiation

Digital Marketing

E-commerce Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing

MBA preferred

Job description

Our client is a forward-thinking software company specializing in leveraging the power of WhatsApp to revolutionize marketing for e-commerce businesses. Their cutting-edge AI-driven platform is designed to help businesses maximize cross-border operations by enhancing customer engagement and boosting sales.

Job Summary:

This role is pivotal in establishing our client's presence as a dominant force in WhatsApp marketing for cross-border e-commerce companies. We are seeking an experienced and well-connected Senior Business Development / Sales Manager to lead our growth in Indonesia. The ideal candidate will have a robust network within the e-commerce and tech ecosystem and ideally a proven track record of sales and business development in the region.

Key Responsibilities:

I. Strategic Leadership

• Be the CEO of Connectly Indonesia and work directly with the CCO to develop and execute the strategy locally.
• Understand the competitive landscape and market trends to effectively position our WhatsApp marketing solutions.
• Collaborate with product and marketing teams to tailor our offering to meet the specific needs of the Chinese market.
• Provide insights to the product development team on local market needs and customer feedback.

II. Sales / Business Development Leadership

• Manage our sales team locally and identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Establish strong relationships with key decision-makers in the e-commerce sector and within the digital marketing ecosystem.
• Lead negotiations and close deals with large e-commerce players to achieve sales targets.
• Represent Connectly.ai at industry events, conferences, and networking gatherings to enhance brand visibility and develop strategic partnerships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, ideally in Business, Marketing, or related field. Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in consulting and/or business development or sales roles, preferably with at least 2 years focused on the e-commerce or tech industry.
• Strong network and connections within Indonesia's e-commerce ecosystem.
• Proven ability to negotiate and close deals with high-profile clients.
• Fluent in Indonesian and English, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Self-motivated, with a drive to succeed in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Optional but a strong plus: Familiarity with digital marketing channels, particularly as they pertain to e-commerce and ideally with WhatsApp itself.

Required Skills:

Strategic Partnerships, Chinese Customer Engagement, Presentation Skills, New Business Opportunities, Deals, Partnerships, Consulting, E-commerce, Product Development, Conferences, Digital Marketing, Networking, Business Development Strategy, Software Leadership, Marketing, Business English, Communication, Sales