Enterprise Sales Director, Japan

Company Description

Arista Networks is an industry leader in Cognitive Cloud Networking for mission critical data center and campus environments. Our award winning open source platforms change the way that organizations build, deploy and operate next generation networks.  

A lot of companies pay lip service to company values. At Arista, we take them seriously. We believe that adherence to our core values is not only the right thing to do, but also the most reliable path to business success. We value doing the right thing for our customers and employees. We value decentralized control; empowering employees to do the right thing and make great decisions. And finally, we believe each person has a unique contribution to make. These guiding principles inform every aspect of our business.

Job Description

What You'll Do

We are seeking a driven, customer-centric Client Director to join our growing Sales organization. This role will be instrumental in implementing a sales strategy to pursue large big bet deals for Arista product portfolio of Open Networking platforms within a named targeted list of large enterprise accounts comprised of both existing and white space accounts. 

Arista appeals to forward-thinking organizations that value quality and innovation. Consequently, technical acumen and a track record of selling data center solutions is highly desirable.

Job Responsibilities:

• Exceed measurable sales objectives and extend the Arista brand within a named list of major enterprise accounts.
• You will be responsible for utilizing a consultative selling approach with key client stakeholders to address the business needs of hybrid cloud computing and siloed legacy IT systems across the Arista product portfolio including; Software-Driven Cloud Networking solutions, EOS (Open Source Network OS), Cognitive Campus Networking, WIFI Campus networking, Cloud Vision (Network Automation & Telemetry), Monitoring Fabric solutions in addition to NDR, Endpoint and AI driven Network Identity Access security solutions. 
• Meet with key influencers, decision-makers, and C-levels to present Arista’s value proposition.
• Partner with Arista Pre-Sales Engineers to design and position compelling solutions that drive down the total cost of ownership.
• Collaborate with technology partners to identify prospects and demonstrate best-in-class solutions
• Establish and manage key channel relationships in your territory.
• Formulate strategic and tactical account plans based on periodic business reviews with your prospects and customers.
• Conduct demand generation activities such as happy hours, lunch-n-learns and technology forums.
• Collaborate with Arista peers on marketing plans and best practices.
• Keep up-to-date with technology partner solutions, competing solutions and competitor strategies.

Who You'll Work With

This position will typically report to a Regional Sales Director or Regional VP of Sales. You will be part of a team that includes the best field engineers in the cloud networking industry. And, you will have the support of our industry-leading Arista TAC, proof-of-concept resources and executive team.

Qualifications

Who Are You?

You are seasoned Client Director with a proven track record of implementing sales strategies and exceeding sales goals within Global organizations with a presence in APAC markets. You are an influencer and possess the ability to act as a trusted advisor to deliver business value to both end users and key business stakeholders.

Our team looks for individuals who embody our values of trust, compassion, collaboration, respectfulness, integrity, and good-natured fun.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• BS/BA degree or equivalent in addition to a minimum of 15+  years of Sales experience with a focus on developing large major Fortune 500 customers in the Japan market.
• At least 5 years of sales leadership experience in a similar vendor role selling networking technology into Enterprise and Commercial customers.
• Proven track record of direct selling into target accounts within the assigned territory and exceeding sales targets.
• Have Director level sales contacts within the premier Networking channel in the region.
• Native level Japanese and fluent level English is mandatory.
• Currently resident in Japan - we do not offer relocation. This is a home working / field based role.
• You possess relevant data center or networking (LAN/WAN, SDN) or data center industry product selling experience from a technology partner, competitor, channel partner or end user is a a requirement. 
• Strong rolodex and relationships within the territory.
• Excellent people skills and ability to build relationships at all levels.
• You possess previous selling experience and technical acumen in one or more of the following areas; Networking, SDN, NFV, Switching, Network Automation, Routing, Data Center, Edge Computing, Network Virtualization, Hyper converged infrastructure or Cloud computing.
• Travel to our customers and regional partners within the territory.

Additional Information

Working Rights & Eligibility:

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in Japan. Please indicate your current visa/work authorization status in your application.