Supplier Growth Manager - Limpopo

Lesaka Technologies Inc.; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking a Supplier Growth Manager for its Kazang - Merchant Division in Limpopo. This role focuses on onboarding new suppliers, managing existing relationships, and leading a team. The ideal candidate should have 5 years of experience in sales or account management, possess a matric qualification, and be well-networked within informal business sectors. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential to succeed in this position, supporting the growth of the Kazang cashless payments ecosystem.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in Sales, Account Management, or Business Development in FMCG or Payments Company.
• Experience in the per-urban/rural ‘Informal’ economy would be advantageous.
• Skilled in sales and negotiation at an informal level and semi-corporate partners.

Responsibilities

• Onboard new suppliers onto Kazang platform.
• Manage relationships with existing suppliers.
• Lead a team of Supplier and Vault Reps.

Skills

Sales

Negotiation

Communication

Team Management

Education

Matric

Tools

Outlook

MS Office Suite

Job description

A vacancy exists for a Supplier Growth Manager within the Kazang - Merchant Division, in Limpopo.

To onboard new suppliers and grow current suppliers. Maintain key relationships with suppliers. Managing a team of Vault Reps.

Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Onboarding of new Suppliers onto Kazang platform
• Vault Deployments
• Managing existing supplier relationships
• Co-operating with Kazang sales structures to maximize volumes to suppliers
• Building Kazang cashless payments ecosystem
• Managing a team of Supplier and Vault Reps

Requirements

• Matric
• 5 years’ experience in Sales, Account Management, or Business Development in FMCG or Payments company
• Experience in the per-urban/rural ‘Informal’ economy would be advantageous
• Skilled in sales and negotiation at an informal level as well as semi-corporate partners
• Well, networked within ‘informal’ Business value chains particularly large wholesalers and FMCG suppliers (or the ability to rapidly grow network)

Technical Competencies:

computer literacy—Outlook, MS Office Suite

Behavioural Competencies

• High-growth mindset and self-motivated
• Strong communication skills
• Works well with multiple teams/structures