Digital Partner Program Manager – Japan

This is a remote position.

Digital Partner Program Manager – Japan (Remote)

About Echez

At Echez, we connect exceptional talent with global technology programs that drive innovation, growth, and business transformation. We are a people-first organization that values collaboration, continuous learning, accountability, and excellence. Our global team works across markets and cultures to support world-class technology partners and customers.

We are currently seeking a Digital Partner Program Managerbased in Japan to support partner ecosystem through partner enablement, business development, pipeline growth, and sales acceleration initiatives.

This is a fully remote opportunity for a commercially driven professional who enjoys building strong partner relationships, driving revenue growth, and helping technology partners succeed.


Position Summary

The Digital Partner Program Manager will provide pre-sales and post-sales support to assigned partners through a Digital Sales framework. The role is responsible for driving revenue growth, pipeline development, partner readiness, and business performance while serving as a trusted advisor to partners across Japan.

The successful candidate will work closely with partners to increase product adoption, accelerate deal progression, improve partner capabilities, and support business objectives.


Key Responsibilities
  • Manage assigned partner accounts and maintain regular engagement.
  • Build trusted advisor relationships with partner executives and key stakeholders.
  • Drive monthly revenue and unit targets through partner engagement and sales support activities.
  • Provide sales and business development guidance to identify growth opportunities.
  • Develop strategic account plans aligned with partner and business objectives.
  • Support partner readiness for Microsoft products, licensing, incentives, programs, and training.
  • Deliver consistent pre-sales and post-sales support to assigned partners.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on Microsoft tools, programs, and processes.
  • Assist partners in solution readiness for Microsoft offerings, including AI solutions, Copilot, and related technologies.
  • Accelerate sales through active pipeline management, deal progression, forecasting, and marketing initiatives.
  • Conduct partner performance reviews and recommend actions to improve growth and profitability.
  • Guide partners through available resources, incentives, and business programs.
  • Monitor market trends and provide strategic recommendations to partners.
  • Compare and position Microsoft solutions against competing technologies.
  • Train partner stakeholders on tools, operational processes, and self-service resources.
  • Maintain accurate records of partner interactions, opportunities, and activities within CRM systems.
  • Escalate issues and help resolve technical or business roadblocks impacting partner success.

Requirements

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, International Business, Industrial Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in partner management, channel sales, account management, business development, inside sales, or related roles within the technology industry.
  • Experience working with partners, distributors, resellers, retailers, OEMs, or channel organizations.
  • Experience managing revenue targets, sales quotas, pipeline development, or forecasting activities.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft solutions, products, licensing, partner programs, or cloud technologies.
  • Experience working with CRM systems.
  • Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Advanced English proficiency.
  • Native Japanese language skills.
  • Currently based in Japan.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working directly with Microsoft or within the Microsoft partner ecosystem.
  • Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure, Copilot, licensing programs, or AI solutions.
  • Experience supporting OEMs, hardware manufacturers, distributors, or channel partners.
  • IoT account management, business development, or channel experience.
  • Knowledge of gaming industry business models.
  • Understanding of public sector procurement or tender processes.
  • MBA or postgraduate specialization in Business, Management, or related disciplines

Benefits

What We Offer
  • Fully remote work environment
  • Long-term contractor opportunity
  • International and collaborative team
  • Exposure to leading global technology programs
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Dynamic and results-driven culture
Location: Japan (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Why Join Echez?
  • Fully remote work environment.
  • Long-term contractor opportunity.
  • International and collaborative team.
  • Exposure to leading global technology programs.
  • Opportunity to work with Microsoft's partner ecosystem.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • Dynamic, results-driven, and people-focused culture.
If you have experience within the Microsoft ecosystem and a passion for helping partners grow, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for someone ready to make a meaningful impact in Japan's technology landscape.

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