Job Description
Our client, a collateral-free trade transaction finance company that provides business owners with quick access to funds for financing their operations, offers short-term financing options to trade and supply chain businesses, as well as allied enterprises/entities in Nigeria. They are seeking to hire Growth Officers who will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies, identifying new business opportunities, and building strong relationships with merchants in the following locations in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
Job Responsibilities
As a Sales Officer, your primary role will be to acquire new merchants and generate revenue for our Transaction Finance company. You will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies, identifying new business opportunities, and building strong relationships with merchants.
âAcquire new merchants & manage existing merchant transactions (Draw down & Repayment)
âDevelop and implement sales strategies to acquire new merchants and generate revenue
âIdentify new business opportunities and develop plans to capitalize on them
âBuild and maintain strong relationships with merchants to ensure their satisfaction and loyalty
âMeet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets
âConduct market research to identify potential customers and market trends
âPrepare and deliver sales presentations to potential customers
âNegotiate contracts and terms with merchants
âWork closely with internal teams, including Risk & Compliance, Retention, Technical Support and Product to ensure a seamless user experience
âContinuously monitor and analyze sales performance and make recommendations for improvement
Requirements
âBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related field is an added advantage
âAt least 2 years of experience in sales, business development, or a similar role
âExperience in the transaction finance industry is a plus
âExcellent communication and interpersonal skills
âStrong negotiation and closing skills
âAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities
âProficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
