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Manager, Regional Partnerships, Car
Introduction to the Team
Travel Partnerships and Advertising (TPA) helps partners, including hotels, airlines, destination marketing organizations (DMOs) and more, deliver excellent traveler and B2B experiences. We drive growth for our partners and the Expedia Group marketplace through competitive supply, our leading advertising and travel media network and affiliate solutions.
The Regional Partnerships Manager, part of the Car and New Business commercial team will manage and grow a defined portfolio of customer accounts essentially based in the APAC region by building trusted relationships, identifying business opportunities, and delivering solutions. You will act as a strategic advisor to your clients, navigating complex operational environments and driving impactful outcomes through negotiation, cross-functional collaboration, and deep market insight
In This Role, You Will
Acquire new partners and expand into new markets
- Identify and engage high-potential partners to support strategic growth. Lead acquisition efforts and ensure smooth onboarding and long-term collaboration.
Develop strategic accounts
- Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders to understand their needs and unlock growth opportunities
Manage contracts and lead negotiations
- Oversee contract discussions for regional accounts, ensuring alignment with company standards. Collaborate with legal teams to secure sustainable, strategic agreements.
Demonstrate sales and communication excellence
- Use persuasive sales techniques to communicate value and influence outcomes. Navigate complex conversations with clarity and confidence across diverse audiences.
Build and nurture relationships
- Foster strong connections across internal teams, partner organizations, and industry networks. Act as a trusted advisor, sharing insights and best practices to drive mutual success.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Languages: Fluent in English and Japanese a must, Korean is a plus (written and spoken), with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse markets and cultures.
- Knowledge of the car rental market is a plus
- 5+ year of experience in portfolio management and strategic account development, with a strong focus on sales growth and partners relationship expansion.
- Strong sales acumen, with the ability to identify partners needs, craft compelling value propositions, and influence high-level decision-making.
- Skilled in account planning and territory management, with a focus on prioritizing high-value opportunities.
- Ability to manage operational complexity and deliver results in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with a consultative and customer-centric approach.
- Strong business insight, including understanding of financial impact, market dynamics, and competitive positioning.
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