Senior Account Manager, Japan at StackAdapt

Japan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Advertising, Marketing, Programmatic AdvertisingIndustries

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in programmatic media buying, client success, or account management
  • Proven expertise in campaign optimization and performance strategy within DSPs or agency environments
  • Strong understanding of Japan’s digital advertising ecosystem and Holdco organizational structures
  • Fluency in Japanese and English; ability to lead presentations and QBRs in both languages
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to craft insights from performance data
  • Excellent project management, prioritization, and communication skills
  • Willingness to travel (~20%) for client meetings and industry events

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of Japan-based Gold+ clients
  • Lead post-sales strategy including user adoption, campaign management, and account expansion
  • Build multi-threaded relationships with agency stakeholders across seniority levels
  • Proactively identify client needs, providing strategic counsel and data-driven insights to exceed performance goals
  • Lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), performance presentations, and client education sessions
  • Manage end-to-end campaign setup, including trafficking, third-party tag implementation, and pixel troubleshooting
  • Analyze campaign data to identify optimization opportunities and recommend data-backed solutions to improve ROI
  • Develop innovative campaign strategies leveraging StackAdapt’s multi-channel capabilities (Display, Video, Native, Connected TV, DOOH, and Audio)
  • Provide best practices for campaign design, attribution, and measurement using tools like Google Analytics, Tag Manager, and third-party ad servers
  • Work closely with Account Executives, GCS, and cross-functional teams to drive client success and retention
  • Lead internal initiatives to improve operational efficiency, share insights, and standardize optimization frameworks
  • Mentor junior Account Managers—supporting skill development, troubleshooting, and client strategy discussions
  • Contribute to team enablement by sharing optimization best practices and client success stories
  • Identify and execute upsell and cross-sell opportunities, driving account expansion through consultative selling
  • Monitor client business changes (e.g., funding rounds, acquisitions, leadership shifts) to uncover new growth areas
  • Manage renewals and deliver sustained quarter-over-quarter growth across your client base
  • Leverage insights to help clients discover new revenue opportunities before they do

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Account ManagementClient Relationship ManagementCampaign ManagementProgrammatic AdvertisingData AnalysisROI OptimizationQuarterly Business ReviewsTag ImplementationPixel TroubleshootingStrategic ConsultingPerformance Presentations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary or compensation for the Senior Account Manager role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Senior Account Manager position remote or does it require being based in Japan?

The role involves managing a portfolio of Japan-based Gold+ clients and building relationships with Japan-based agencies, but specific remote or office requirements are not detailed.

What key skills are required for the Senior Account Manager position?

Key skills include campaign management and optimization, data analysis for ROI improvement, strategic client engagement, building multi-threaded relationships, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

What is the team structure like for this role at StackAdapt?

You'll collaborate closely with Account Executives, the Global Client Services (GCS) team, and cross-functional partners such as Ad Operations, Creative Strategy, and Data Analytics, while also mentoring junior Account Managers.

What makes a strong candidate for the Senior Account Manager, Japan role?

Strong candidates will have experience managing strategic agency clients like major Holdcos, expertise in programmatic campaign optimization across channels like Display, Video, and CTV, and the ability to drive account growth through consultative selling and data-driven insights.

StackAdapt

Programmatic advertising and digital marketing platform

About StackAdapt

StackAdapt specializes in programmatic advertising, which uses software to automate the buying of digital ads. The company provides a platform that enables businesses to run display, video, and native advertising campaigns efficiently. Its main product is a Demand Side Platform (DSP) that allows advertisers to purchase digital ad space in real-time, ensuring that ads reach the right audience at the right moment. Unlike many competitors, StackAdapt does not require monthly minimum spending, giving clients flexibility in their advertising budgets. The company also offers a Creative Studio to help clients enhance their ad content for better results. StackAdapt is particularly recognized for its expertise in native advertising, boasting the largest scale in the industry with numerous integrations and partnerships. The goal of StackAdapt is to empower agencies and brands to maximize their digital advertising efforts through a comprehensive and flexible platform.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$4.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Mental Health Support
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Remote Work Options
Work-from-home reimbursements
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget
Parental Leave
Company Equity
Competitive salary + equity
Flexible Work Hours
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Wellness Program
Gym Membership

Risks

Emerging DSPs with innovative features may erode StackAdapt's market share.
Stricter privacy regulations could impact StackAdapt's data-driven advertising strategies.
Economic downturns may lead to reduced advertising budgets, affecting StackAdapt's revenue.

Differentiation

StackAdapt offers no monthly minimums, providing flexibility for seasonal advertising demands.
The platform boasts the largest scale for native advertising with 30 integrations.
StackAdapt's Creative Studio optimizes ad content for better performance.

Upsides

StackAdapt's collaboration with Channel 4 expands broadcast advertising opportunities in the UK.
The launch of self-serve brand lift tools in APAC enhances campaign management flexibility.
Partnership with DoubleVerify improves post-impression measurement tracking for advertisers.

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