State Head – Merchant Acquiring at Fairmoney Microfinance Bank – 5 Openings

Job Title: State Head – Merchant Acquiring

Description

• The State Head for Large Merchant Acquisition will spearhead the acquisition efforts for high-value merchants across various key sectors, focusing on those with a minimum monthly turnover of N6 million per terminal and N30 million per month.

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.

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.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Work From Home
• Training & Development.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is Not Specified. Therefore qualified and interested candidates can “CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION” It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy

Website:
Official Job Website: https://fairmoney.io/