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State Head - Merchant Acquiring

FairMoney

Posted 3 months agoLagos

Location

Lagos

Job Type

Full-time

Experience

Senior

Category

Management

Job Description

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Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Sales and Marketing or related fields.
  • 8-10 years of experience in Merchant Business within Fintech or a Commercial Bank, with a focus on managing large merchants.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven track record of success in key account management, preferably within the fintech industry.
  • Experience in managing high-performing sales teams.
  • Flexibility, result-oriented mindset, and a strong work ethic.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently to meet and exceed sales targets.
  • Previous experience in Customer Service is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Key Responsibilities::
  • Industry Focus: Lead merchant-acquiring efforts in key sectors, including but not limited to transportation, travel agencies, luxury bus operators, logistics, courier services, and ride-sharing platforms (e.g., Bolt & Uber).
  • Relationship Building: Develop robust relationships with top merchants in the targeted sectors, fostering connections with key decision-makers.
  • Team Management: Oversee a team of Key Account Managers responsible for acquiring and managing large merchants within the designated verticals.
  • Network Development: Leverage an extensive network to identify opportunities, understand merchant needs, and promote the organization’s solutions for mutual satisfaction.
  • Industry Engagement: Actively participate in industry-related events to expand relationships with key merchants, staying updated on sector trends and challenges.
  • Association Partnerships: Collaborate with major associations within the targeted verticals to facilitate merchant acquisition and strengthen industry connections.
  • Key Account Maintenance: Manage relationships with key accounts, ensuring their satisfaction and promptly addressing any concerns.
  • Complaint Resolution: Timely resolution of merchant complaints, ensuring high customer satisfaction.
  • Network Expansion: Continuously build networks within the assigned verticals, identifying new opportunities for merchant acquisition.
  • Product Knowledge: Develop a comprehensive understanding of the organization's products and services, guiding others and effectively communicating value propositions to merchants.

Benefits

  • Private Health Insurance
  • Performance Bonus
  • Pension Plan
  • Training & Development
  • Recruitment Process::
  • A screening call with a member of the recruitment team for 30 minutes.
  • Technical interview with the hiring manager for 30 to 60 minutes.