Business Development Lead (Japanese and English bilingual)

33 USA Inc. • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

33 USA inc. is a full-service marketing agency specializing in the entertainment industry with a focus on anime and manga, providing a one-stop solution for effectively promoting our clients' works worldwide. The Business Development Division is responsible for account management, project management, marketing planning, and sales, working closely with internal and external departments and partners to help clients achieve their business goals. The Lead is responsible for managing the team, driving goal achievement and growth, and working closely with managers to develop overall strategies and make decisions. The Lead will also be responsible for enhancing the strength of the organization through continuous self-improvement and skill development, with the goal of promotion to Manager.

Requirements

• Bilingual English/Japanese language skills at business level or above
• High level of communication and negotiation skills
• At least 3 years of experience in the marketing industry
• At least 1 year of team management and leadership experience
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Strong understanding of and adaptability to Japanese and North American cultures and business practices
• Bachelor's degree in marketing or business related field (MBA preferred)
• Knowledge and passion for the entertainment industry

Nice To Haves

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Ability to use data analysis and insight
• Creativity and innovation orientation
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Strong leadership and development skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Advanced presentation and pitching skills
• Networking and partnership building skills
• Entrepreneurial spirit and a willingness to take on challenges
• Desire to continually learn and grow
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and smoothly
• Budget management and resource optimization skills
• Agility and flexibility to change
• Global mindset and cross-cultural communication skills
• High ethical standards and compliance awareness

Responsibilities

• Identify potential new clients and formulate/execute approach methods
• Develop and implement sales strategies for North America and other markets outside of Japan
• Negotiate and close contracts to win new business
• Actively engage with clients, including hosting and entertaining, to build and maintain strong relationships
• Build/maintain strong relationships with existing clients in North America and win new projects
• Manage project budgets and ensure profitability to help clients resolve issues
• Evaluate project performance and report back to clients on a regular basis
• Manage the billing and payment process to ensure smooth flow of funds
• Develop project plans based on client needs and coordinate with internal and external parties
• Organize and manage internal and external teams necessary for project execution
• Develop project strategies and present them to the client
• Manage the progress of the project and present/execute appropriate solutions to any issues that arise
• Manage the quality of service and risk management, and maintain smooth communication with the client
• Provide integrated marketing solutions by leveraging head office and external resources as needed
• Conduct market research and analysis and develop effective marketing strategies based on data
• Plan and execute marketing initiatives tailored to the client's work and objectives
• Manage budgets and measure and improve the return on investment (ROI) of initiatives
• Support related service functions such as advertising and creative as needed
• Collaborate with external partners to provide optimal solutions to clients
• Contribute to achieving the company's overall goals by working closely with executives, other divisions, and the Japan headquarters
• Execute the work of the assigned function in accordance with the manager's strategy
• Plan projects, manage progress and quality control, and deliver results within deadlines
• Supervise the work of specialists and provide necessary guidance and support
• Assists in the development of team members and contributes to team productivity
• Establish and maintain good relationships with assigned clients and accurately understand their needs
• Provide high quality services by responding flexibly to client requests
• Facilitate collaboration with other departments and partner companies to ensure the success of projects
• Communicate effectively with internal and external parties to resolve issues
• Analyze business processes of assigned functions, propose and implement improvement measures

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level