Ahead Group is a specialized technology consulting, managed services, and staffing organization providing services across the APAC region. Ahead Group supports international clients with strategic positions in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Singapore. As a long-term partner, Ahead Group provides flexible tailor-made technology solutions for every client. The specialists at Ahead Group have significant industry experience and deliver high quality, effective results.

We believe that through partnership we can see beyond first level concerns and dive deeper into any underlying issues. Beyond the standard project scope of analysis, planning, implementation, and project completion, our holistic approach includes engaging our Managed Services to ensure a smooth transition from project to business as usual operations.

Ahead Consulting, providing managed services as part of the Ahead Group, delivers IT Engineering and Support, Project Management, and Software Development services to our clients. We approach our managed services through partnership and flexibility. Our services are delivered with efficiency and full transparency to our clients. Detailed service reports are generated regularly and as required by our clients’ respective industry regulations. Ahead Consulting’s managed service teams specialize in: IT Engineering and Support We provide industry experienced teams and individuals covering all infrastructure and enterprise-wide disciplines including Windows and UNIX server, storage, voice and data network, market data, helpdesk and deskside support, and database administration. Project Management We provide project management services covering infrastructure, datacenter refresh and relocation, application development and deployment, operating system upgrades, end user systems and applications. Software Development We provide software development services covering from application testing and packaging, user customization, large-scale application deployment, trading and exchange systems, connectivity and operability, order management systems, automation, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and deep learning.

Ahead Consulting is seeking talented individuals to join our dynamic environment for the position of Managed Services/IT Solutions Sale Representative. Responsibilities • Responsible for selling Managed Services/IT Solutions, by working closely with target company’s key persons and presenting available offers from Ahead Group. • Engage directly with the customer to position and sell the IT solution including scoping, pricing and contract negotiations. • Grow and maintain the existing Managed Service accounts through identification and positioning of appropriate expansion offers. • Closing and transitioning the opportunity through the sales life-cycle • Maintaining an accurate funnel and outlook process • Input into offer management for program content development Qualifications • High energy, Self-directed, Adaptable and Positive. • Must have a competitive drive and be process driven. • Bachelors degree (or equivalent experience) • Able to demonstrate knowledge of IT Managed Services with understanding of competitive offerings, product portfolio and industry trends. • Specific experience selling outsourced solutions to commercial customers is preferred but not required. • Competent with operational requirements such as prospecting, forecasting and business planning. • Highly professional approach with excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills. • Business English and Business Japanese ability