Growth Account Executive, Japan (SMB)
WFA Digital Insight
At Wizinc, the Growth Account Executive for Japan’s SMB segment sits at the intersection of sales and cloud‑security expertise. Reporting to the Regional Director of Sales, the role demands a deep grasp of Wiz’s AI‑driven platform and the ability to translate technical value into business outcomes for small‑to‑medium firms. What sets this position apart is the blend of consultative selling—asking the right questions, listening, and educating—combined with the autonomy of a fully remote Japanese team. Candidates will collaborate with a global “Wizard” network while tailoring solutions to local market nuances. Success hinges on fluency in Japanese, comfort with remote collaboration tools, and a proactive approach to building trust with security‑focused clients.
Job Description
Come join the organization that is redefining security for the AI era. As one of the fastest-growing startups ever, we enable teams to secure cloud and AI applications by connecting code, cloud, and runtime into a single shared context. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven track record of success and a culture that values world-class talent. Not to mention, we're now powered by Google, meaning we offer our customers an AI-powered platform that harnesses Google’s Threat Intelligence and Security Operations to better detect, prevent, and respond to threats across all environments, allowing for further innovation.
Our Wizards from all over the globe work together to protect the infrastructure of our customers, including over 65% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We’re honored to be a leading player in a massive and growing market, and we continue to look for exceptional Wizards who are eager to make a significant impact on our team. At Wiz, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our momentous growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow even the best companies to move faster, all while having some fun!
Minimum qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of experience selling SMB/Mid-Enterprise solutions in the SaaS/Security space.
- Proven track record of effective selling within the specific geographical territory listed.
- A proven track record managing accounts in the cloud or cybersecurity ecosystem to elevate the business.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience working in a start-up environment.
- Good standing relationships with previous sales operation teams.
- Ability to build great internal partnerships with key business units and their stakeholders.
- A consultative and professional approach to engaging with customers.
- Ability to pivot in a meeting vs. sticking to a script.
About the job:
In this role, you will report to the Regional Director Sales. You will work alongside a team of Wizards that focus on our customer's business needs. Our priority is building a secure infrastructure for their cloud environments. We do that by learning their business. We ask questions. We listen. We help educate.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate an intimate understanding of Wiz Cloud Security Solutions and their value to our customers in the growth segment.
- Demonstrate ability to position and advise to CISO level executives with industry Point-of-View business insights; Continue to listen, build and grow executive relationships with customers.
- Develop and close business to consistently meet or exceed quarterly sales quotas, in a way that reflects Wiz values.
- Align with Wiz partner ecosystem to optimize market opportunity.
- Maintain accurate pipeline management with expert-level forecasting.
- Build effective working relationships with Solutions Engineering, Customer Success, Product, Marketing, Delivery, and Executive teams to ensure strategy alignment and achieve company objectives.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.
Wiz is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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How to Stand Out
- Highlight any hands‑on experience with cloud security tools in your resume; concrete examples of protecting cloud workloads resonate with Wiz interviewers.
- Prepare a short demo scenario where you explain Wiz’s AI‑driven detection to a non‑technical SMB stakeholder—this shows your consultative selling skill.
- Ensure your LinkedIn and personal website are fully bilingual (Japanese and English) to demonstrate communication fluency.
- Familiarize yourself with the latest GCP Threat Intelligence updates, as Wiz leverages Google’s data in its platform.
- During the interview, ask specific questions about the handoff process to customer‑success teams; it signals you think beyond the sale.
- Negotiate remote‑work stipend or home‑office budget early if it isn’t listed in the offer, as many remote tech firms include it.
- Watch for vague descriptions of “travel requirements”; clarify expectations for any on‑site meetings in Japan.
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