Device business Manager - Kobo Japan Department (KJD)
Core
Lead commercial success and go-to-market efforts for Kobo eReading devices in Japan across direct e-commerce and partner retail channels.
Role type
Senior Device Business Manager (Consumer Electronics)
Builds
Kobo eReading devices and related services
Domain
Consumer Electronics / E-Reading / Retail
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Sales strategy development, P&L management, retailer channel management, go-to-market execution, market intelligence analysis, cross-functional collaboration, localization management, inventory optimization
Preferred skills
MBA, experience in membership-based business models, experience in content/media companies, international work experience, passion for reading and technology
Technologies
Rakuten Ichiba, Amazon Japan
Responsibilities
Develop and implement sales strategies for Kobo devices; manage sales targets and P&L; lead Japanese go-to-market strategy for new device launches; cultivate relationships with key Japanese retailer groups; optimize product positioning and merchandising with partners; act as the primary voice of the Japanese consumer within the global organization.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
