Starlink Country Growth Director (Japan)

Tokyo, Japan. Posted a month ago

The role

You will lead the strategy and execution for consumer revenue growth and market penetration for Starlink's satellite broadband network within Japan. You will oversee a cross-functional team to scale consumer adoption while navigating competitive and regulatory landscapes.

What you will do

Develop and implement comprehensive go-to-market strategies for consumer broadband services in Japan
Take full ownership of consumer growth outcomes including high growth rates, cost optimization, forecasting demand, and supply chain coordination
Analyze consumer market trends, competitive intelligence, and user feedback
Partner with engineering and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software features
Drive growth initiatives such as partnerships, marketing and advertising efforts, and integration of government subsidy programs in Japan

Required qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, engineering, or a related analytical field
10+ years of experience within telecommunications, broadband, consumer products, or technical industries in Japan
Fluency in both spoken and written English and Japanese
Ability to travel, up 50%+ of time within Japan and across APAC as needed
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Nice to have

5+ years of direct people leadership experience in a consumer-facing business
15+ years of experience within telecommunications, broadband, consumer products, or technical industries in Japan
Experience working with Japanese retailers in the consumer electronics arena
Experience and success selling both consumer electronics products and subscription services at high growth rates
Direct e-commerce, direct retail, and partnership experience
Experience with various modes of advertising (billboards, television commercials, flyers, etc.)
Demonstrated success in consumer sales and product development in Japan
Expertise in data analytics for consumer insights and performance optimization
Leadership experience in fast-paced, startup-like cultures
Familiarity with supply chain management for consumer hardware and Japan logistics

About the company

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