Head of Trade / Deputy Country Manager

This is a subcontracting position with VFS Global. 
こちらは弊社との業務委託契約（1年更新）のポジションとなります。

This role will work directly with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA).

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to lead its tourism initiatives in the Japanese market. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of strategic thinking, management expertise, industry knowledge, and exceptional communication skills to effectively promote Saudi Arabia as a premier tourism destination among Japanese travelers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning: Develop comprehensive tourism plans and strategies specifically tailored to the Japanese market, aligning with STA's overall objectives and targets.

2. Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with local market leaders, tourism boards, partners, and stakeholders in Japan, leveraging these connections to drive tourism growth and collaboration.

3. Management and Achievement: Utilize extensive management experience to effectively lead and motivate teams, ensuring the successful implementation of tourism initiatives and the achievement of targets.

4. Market Understanding: Demonstrate a deep understanding of the Japanese travel trade industry, leveraging established networks and contacts to facilitate partnerships and promotional activities.

5. Communication and Presentation: Communicate effectively with various stakeholders through clear and persuasive communication, including the creation of compelling PowerPoint presentations for internal and external use.

6. Organizational Skills: Display excellent organizational skills in managing active coops and projects, ensuring smooth execution and timely delivery of objectives.

7. Industry Monitoring: Stay abreast of industry trends and challenges, proactively identifying and reporting on issues to headquarters for strategic decision-making.

• Relevant experience in the tourism industry, preferably with a focus on the Japanese outbound market.
• Must have experience with foreign tourism boards.
• Strong connections within the local market and tourism industry in Japan.
• Demonstrated success in tourism management and achieving targets.
• Must have Sales mission experience
• Must have COOP marketing experience .
• Strategic and creative thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Knowledge of the Japanese travel trade industry and established network of contacts.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Proficiency in creating PowerPoint presentations.
• Familiarity with the Middle Eastern travel industry is a plus.
• Positive attitude, open-mindedness, and resilience in embracing innovation and change.
• Fluent Japanese and English