Chief Commercial Officer

瑩瑣; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 120 000 - 180 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Chief Commercial Officer to lead their commercial strategy in the fintech sector. This pivotal role involves driving revenue growth, optimizing sales functions, and fostering strategic partnerships. With a focus on enhancing customer engagement and brand visibility, the CCO will guide marketing strategies and collaborate across teams to align with market demands. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in the fintech space, strong leadership skills, and a strategic mindset. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of payments in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role within fintech or payments.
• Strong understanding of the South African fintech landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategy to drive revenue growth.
• Oversee sales functions to achieve ambitious targets.
• Forge strategic alliances with banks and technology partners.

Skills

Logistics & Procurement

Communication

Client Services

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Our client is a leading independent payment processor that provides seamless secure and innovative solutions for businesses of all sizes. Supporting a wide range of payment methods including cards mobile wallets and digital platforms they simplify payments and drive growth in an increasingly digital world. Trusted by businesses from small retailers to large enterprises they are transforming the payment landscape with cuttingedge technology and expertise is looking for a Chief Commercial Officer to join their team

Job Description :

Our client is seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) to join their executive team. This leader will drive their commercial strategy pricing models build new distribution channels develop growth opportunities and foster strategic partnerships to position their business as the premier choice in the fintech ecosystem.

Your daily adventures include :

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute their commercial strategy to drive revenue growth market share and profitability.
• Partner with the CEO and executive team to align commercial goals with overall business objectives.
• Identify emerging trends and technologies in fintech to maintain their competitive edge.

Sales and Business Development

• Oversee and optimize the sales and business development functions to achieve ambitious targets.
• Establish and nurture highvalue client relationships focusing on enterprise and SME sectors.
• Identify new markets partnerships and channels for growth ensuring diversification of revenue streams.

Marketing and Customer Engagement

• Guide marketing strategies to strengthen brand visibility customer acquisition and retention.
• Enhance customer experience by promoting tailored fintech solutions and innovative offerings.
• Lead crossfunctional collaboration between sales marketing and product teams to align on customer needs and market demands.

Partnerships and Ecosystem Development

• Forge and maintain strategic alliances with banks technology partners and industry stakeholders.
• Act as a key spokesperson and representing the company at industry events and conferences.

Operational Excellence

• Build and mentor highperforming sales marketing and partnership teams.
• Develop KPIs and metrics to measure commercial success continuously refining strategies based on performance data.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations company policies and ethical standards in all commercial activities.

Requirements

What it takes to succeed :

• Proven experience in a senior commercial sales or business development role within the fintech banking or payments industry.
• Strong understanding of the South African and African fintech landscape including key players and regulatory requirements.
• A track record of driving revenue growth developing strategic partnerships and achieving ambitious targets.
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree.
• Experience working in highgrowth or startup environments.
• Exposure to international markets and crossborder payment solutions.
• Strategic thinker with a resultsdriven mindset.
• Excellent leadership communication and negotiation skills.
• Deep customercentric approach with a focus on delivering value.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market trends and data.

Required Experience :

Chief

Key Skills

Logistics & Procurement,Communication,ABB,Client Services,Lorry Driving,Document Management

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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