Business Head - Pinterest

About Uplift

Uplift is a dynamic agency specializing in global talent search, covering EMEA, LATAM, USA, and APAC. With successful placements in 60 countries, we combine speed and cutting-edge technology to source top executive and mid-senior talent across various functions. Our innovative approach integrates global networks, AI, and advanced recruitment tools. Beyond recruitment, we engage with our audience through our podcast, newsletter, and webinars, ensuring we stay at the forefront of talent acquisition and global HR trends.

About Our Client

Our client is a global digital advertising company that helps connect leading platforms with advertisers and markets worldwide, providing media sales, digital marketing, and technology solutions.

We are looking for a "Business Head - Pinterest" for their organization in Korea.

About Our Client

• Lead, inspire, and mentor a high-performing team of Account Managers and Client Partners to exceed quarterly revenue targets for Korea domestic and export revenue.
• Set sales goals, build performance forecasts, analyze historical data, and optimize strategies to consistently achieve targets.
• Serve as the primary senior contact for major advertisers and agencies; build influential, long-term relationships with key decision-makers.
• Develop and execute scalable sales strategies and programs that accelerate acquisition and retention of Pinterest's direct advertisers and agency partners.
• Establish operational processes that enable the team to work efficiently and grow revenue at scale.
• Communicate progress and strategic updates across global time zones in a clear and timely manner.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams, including product, marketing, and operations—to ensure seamless alignment.
• Represent Pinterest at local industry events, speaking on behalf of the business and strengthening market presence.
• Motivate and develop talent, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage the relationship with Pinterest's vendor partner and ensure operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in digital media sales, online advertising.
• Motivated in leading teams toward ambitious revenue goals.
• Strong analytical and strategic planning skills; ability to turn data into actionable insights.
• Experience with scaling operations, building processes, and managing cross-functional projects.
• Comfortable thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with frequent change.
• Business-level fluency in Korean and English.
• Proficiency in Salesforce, Tableau, Excel, and sales productivity tools.
• Experience working with agencies or resellers (a plus).
• BA/BS degree required.

What Will Make Us Really Love You?

• You are a natural leader who inspires through clarity, empathy, and confidence.
• You bring a growth mindset and encourage innovation within your team.
• You build trust easily with senior-level stakeholders and influence through relationship strength.
• You balance long-term strategy with hands-on execution when needed.
• You're passionate about Pinterest's mission and see its potential in the Korean market.
• You thrive in multicultural, globally connected environments.

What You'll Love About Us?

• High Impact: Own Pinterest's business strategy and growth in one of its most exciting international markets.
• Global Collaboration: Work closely with diverse, high-performing teams across APAC, EMEA, and the US.
• Innovation & Creativity: Be part of an ecosystem that values new ideas, creative solutions, and entrepreneurial thinking.
• Leadership Autonomy: Shape the team, define market approaches, and influence long-term vision.
• Growth Culture: A supportive environment that invests in talent development, leadership, and personal growth.