Senior Manager - Commerce Partnerships (AI)

TL;DR

Senior Manager - Commerce Partnerships (AI): Driving strategic merchant and platform partnerships to scale AI-first commerce solutions in the Japanese market with an accent on complex, multi-stakeholder deal architecture. Focus on establishing industry thought leadership and aligning supply-side strategy with product and data teams to build a new agentic commerce ecosystem.

Location: Must be based in Tokyo, Japan

Company

hirify.global AI is an AI-powered commerce platform integrated into global hardware and software ecosystems, transforming screens into personalized shopping experiences.

What you will do

• Own and prioritize strategic merchant and brand relationships in the Japanese market.
• Lead complex, high-value commercial deals from strategy to close.
• Shape supply-side approach for platform, marketplace, and affiliate partnerships.
• Align supply-side strategy with internal product, marketing, and data leadership.
• Represent the company at industry forums and conferences as a thought leader in AI-commerce.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in partnerships, business development, sales, or account management.
• Proven track record of closing complex, multi-stakeholder deals with Japanese companies.
• Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English.
• Deep knowledge of the Japanese e-commerce, retail, and digital media ecosystem.
• Ability to operate with significant autonomy within a Tokyo-based team.

Nice to have

• Experience with EC platforms, marketplaces, or affiliate/ASP networks.
• Established senior relationships with brands in fashion, beauty, electronics, or travel.
• Background in mobile, advertising, or commerce-tech at high-growth scale.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary benchmarked against global tech standards in Tokyo.
• Meaningful equity grant and annual performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and standard Japan-market benefits.
• Startup-like autonomy backed by the infrastructure and scale of the InMobi Group.
• Collaborative culture valuing openness, trust, and honest communication.