Senior SME Sales Strategist - Payments Growth (Southern Africa)

Mastercard; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global payments company is seeking a specialist in Southern Africa to drive SME sales strategy and manage pipeline growth. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of SME products, strong project and relationship management skills, and a proven track record in sales within the payments industry. This role involves developing new business opportunities and leading initiatives for revenue impact. Candidates should possess relevant tertiary qualifications and substantial experience in account management.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of SME products and services with significant sales and business development experience.
• Strong account management and relationship management skills.
• Experience in the payments industry with a track record in consumer payments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute SME Sales strategy to maximize revenue in Southern Africa.
• Manage a strategic sales pipeline to drive growth.
• Identify new business opportunities and lead commercialization of signed deals.

Skills

Knowledge of SME products

Account management experience

Project management skills

Negotiating and influencing skills

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

A leading global payments company is seeking a specialist in Southern Africa to drive SME sales strategy and manage pipeline growth. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of SME products, strong project and relationship management skills, and a proven track record in sales within the payments industry. This role involves developing new business opportunities and leading initiatives for revenue impact. Candidates should possess relevant tertiary qualifications and substantial experience in account management.