API Sales Executive (Stablecoin / Cryptocurrency / African Market)

Black Pen Recruitment; Remote; AED 220,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an API Sales Executive focused on the African market. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of proven sales experience, particularly in the FinTech or cryptocurrency sectors. This full-time, remote role requires excellent presentation skills and a self-motivated approach to identifying new sales opportunities. You will be responsible for conducting market research, preparing presentations, and engaging with clients to drive sales and ensure customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years proven experience as a Sales Executive or relevant role.
• Experience selling APIs and within the FinTech/cryptocurrency industry preferred.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
• Actively seek out new sales opportunities through cold calling and networking.
• Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products and services.

Skills

Sales experience

SaaS sales

Negotiation techniques

Market research

Presentation skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

API Sales Executive (Stablecoin/Cryptocurrency/African Market)

About the job

Our Client is the largest and the firstlicensed on/off-ramp platform for stablecoins in Africa. They are dedicated to offering innovative solutions in the African stablecoins space. Our client is committed to making stablecoins accessible and understandable for everyone, providing their customers with secure and user-friendly platforms for their financial transactions.

Job Type: Remote | Full-time

Qualifications

• At least 3 years proven experience as a Sales Executive or relevant role
• Relevant tertiary qualification required
• Experience selling APIs
• Experience in SaaS sales, preferably enterprise software
• Experience within FinTech/cryptocurrency industry preferred
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Hands-on experience with CRM software is a plus
• Thorough understanding of marketing and negotiating techniques
• Fast learner and passion for sales
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
• Aptitude in delivering attractive presentations

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs
• Actively seek out new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking and social media
• Set up meetings with potential clients and listen to their wishes and concerns
• Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products and services
• Create frequent reviews and reports with sales and financial data
• Ensure the availability of stock for sales and demonstrations
• Participate on behalf of the company in exhibitions or conferences
• Negotiate/close deals and handle complaints or objections
• Collaborate with team members to achieve better results
• Gather feedback from customers or prospects and share with internal teams