IOT Commercial Lead
Job Description:
Own the P&L. Build the ecosystem. Scale IoT across Asia.
Our client is a leading regional telecom alliance expanding its IoT business across 10+ APAC markets. They're hiring an IoT Commercial Lead to drive revenue, own the GTM strategy, and build the partner ecosystem from the ground up.
This is a true build role. If you've spent 10+ years selling complex M2M/IoT solutions to telcos or global enterprises — and you're ready for full commercial ownership across Asia — we should talk.
What you'll own
Revenue & Growth
Lead IoT sales across the region by partnering with our client's enterprise customers directly. Get our client invited to every strategic RFP/RFI for global and APAC IoT deals. Lead commercial bid strategy to maximize win rates.
Strategy & Market Position
Partner with the Head of IoT to define and execute a clear GTM plan. Position our client as the go-to IoT partner for multinationals operating in APAC.
Ecosystem & Partnerships
Build and scale a best-in-class IoT partner program. Identify, onboard, and co-sell with partners that influence enterprise buying. Map partner solutions to priority verticals to shorten sales cycles and drive revenue for Member Operators.
Awareness & Enablement
Work with Marketing to elevate our client's IoT value proposition with enterprise buyers. Become the internal expert on partner capabilities and market needs.
What you bring
Must-haves
- 10+ years in Telecommunications or adjacent tech, with 10+ years focused on M2M/IoT
- 5+ years in enterprise sales, channel, or partner management
- Deep commercial understanding of IoT GTM, Connected Device Platforms, and operator solution stacks
- Proven track record selling complex solutions to telcos or large enterprises
- History of consistently exceeding revenue targets
- Hands-on experience with mobile network architecture a strong plus
Education
Bachelor's in Marketing, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
You are
A strong negotiator and relationship builder who can sell value to C-level. Clear communicator. Self-starter with a customer-first mindset. Experienced across Asia with existing MNC relationships. Comfortable in multi-cultural, matrixed environments — diplomatic, patient, and relentlessly results-driven.