• Application Deadline:
• Position: State Head - Merchant Acquiring



• Job Type Full Time , Hybrid



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 8 - 10 years



• Location Nigeria




• Job Field Banking  , Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  
  

• 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


• Performance Bonus


• Pension Plan


• Training & Development