Senior Key Account Executive - Japanese speaker - SMB
Tripadvisor • Sales
About this role
Manage a strategic book of business and drive new-logo acquisition for Tripadvisor's hotel solutions across Singapore and Japan. This hybrid role balances customer retention and new business development with a consultative sales approach.
You'll work with existing hotel company clients using business subscriptions and advertising solutions, expand relationships through cross-sell/upsell, manage whitespace opportunities in your territory, achieve and exceed quarterly revenue targets, and serve as the key communication link between customers and internal teams.
Key responsibilities: Book of business management and retention, territory and pipeline management, cross-sell and upsell strategy, new customer acquisition in greenfield markets, customer relationship expansion, sales target achievement, and internal coordination on customer issues.
Required: 3+ years sales experience with end-to-end sales cycle ownership. Ability to use AI tools to improve efficiency. Global-first mindset and self-starter mentality. Bachelor's degree. Bi-lingual fluency in Japanese and English. Excellent negotiation and closing skills. CRM experience (Salesforce/HubSpot). Territory and pipeline management experience. Coachability and dedication to self-improvement.
Tripadvisor offers flexible work, competitive salary with performance bonuses, development programs, health insurance, wellness benefits, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Job details
- Company: Tripadvisor
- Type: full-time
- Category: Sales
- Posted: 9/11/2026
- Expires: 10/11/2026