Job description
Position Summary
The incumbent will provide hands-on operational support to the APAC Regional President to drive regional business growth and execute key strategic initiatives.
Responsibilities
Support Business activities externally and internally for the RVP Organize management meetings with key customers, distributors, and strategic partners, including the preparation and execution of local distributor QBRs and MBRs. Liaise with Headquarters, Sales, and FAE teams to track progress and ensure timely completion of requested action items by Headquarters Proactively manage and execute initiatives to support the RVP’s operational and business requirements.
Foster a unified APAC team culture by coordinating regular business syncs and in-person team-building events. Facilitate the RVP’s engagement with C-level and senior management stakeholders by cultivating strong relationships with executive assistants. Localize and strengthen the Marcom activities in Japan to increase the awareness of Wolfspeed Drive marcom activities for local press releases, media conferences etc.
in Japanese local language by selecting good local agencies, managing them, with the good alignment with Headquarters Marcom strategies. Build strong relation with the media in Japan. Build Sales Infrastructure for APAC business except for Japan and Korea Manage communications with designated Japanese distributors to drive business development across APAC markets (excluding Japan and Korea).
Track and follow up on action items and agreements to ensure alignment and progress with customers and distributors.
Requirements
Experience: 3+ years of experience in Sales Operations, Channel Management, or Business Development within the APAC region, ideally in the tech/semiconductor/electronics industry. Bilingual Proficiency: Native-level Japanese and fluent business English are strictly required. Marketing Acumen: Proven experience in managing PR agencies and executing localized B2B marketing campaigns in Japan.
Executive Presence: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage C-level communications and build trust with executive assistants and key stakeholders. Operational Excellence: Strong project management skills with a track record of driving cross-functional follow-ups and managing QBR/MBR processes. Cultural Agility: Deep understanding of Japanese business culture and the broader APAC market dynamics.