Merchant Growth & Partnerships Lead

ENTERTAINER FZ LLC; Hillcrest, Pietermaritzburg, Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital company in Hillcrest seeks a Merchant Acquisition Executive to enhance and manage merchant partnerships. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, managing the sales cycle, and collaborating cross-functionally to meet targets. Ideal candidates should possess strong negotiation skills, have 3–5 years of related experience, and be effective communicators. Enjoy a dynamic environment with a focus on creating valuable connections.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in sales, merchant acquisition, or account management.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Experience in hospitality, lifestyle, retail, or FMCG industries is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Acquire new merchants and strengthen existing partnerships across multiple categories.
• Manage the full sales cycle — from prospecting and pitching to negotiation and closure.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth onboarding and ongoing satisfaction.

Skills

Persistence

Customer Focus

Initiative

Organization

Data Driven

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

MS Office

CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce)

Job description

A leading digital company in Hillcrest seeks a Merchant Acquisition Executive to enhance and manage merchant partnerships. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, managing the sales cycle, and collaborating cross-functionally to meet targets. Ideal candidates should possess strong negotiation skills, have 3–5 years of related experience, and be effective communicators. Enjoy a dynamic environment with a focus on creating valuable connections.