Payment Sales Consultant (Online, Mobile & Financial Collections)

Job Description –

Payment Sales Consultant (Online, Mobile & Financial Collections)

Area: South Africa – Fully Remote

Candidates MUST have stable internet at home with backup electricity supply.

NB: MUST have clean Credit Record.

Duties & Responsibilities

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Sales Consultant to join our dynamic team in South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving new business acquisition within the payments industry. This position will focus on identifying, engaging, and onboarding merchants who can benefit from our advanced payment solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of the payments landscape, must have strong sales experience, and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients. The Sales Consultant will play a crucial role in driving & implementing the sales strategy of the business.

Reports to: Group Sales Manager

Desired Experience & Qualification

Location: Johannesburg – working remotely – must be able to travel throughout South Africa. Type: Full-time, permanent

Key Responsibilities

• New Business Development : Proactively identify and target potential payment merchants in South Africa.

• Product Expertise : Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the payment products available to merchants within the National Payments System.

• Sales Reporting & Forecasting : Accurately track sales activities, manage pipeline, and provide regular reports and forecasts to sales management. Work closely with internal teams, including marketing, product development, and customer support, to ensure a seamless client experience and contribute to product enhancements based on market feedback.

• Achieve Sales Targets : Consistently meet or exceed assigned sales quotas and performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Education : A suitable sales & marketing qualification in the financial services sector.

• Sales Skills : Demonstrated ability to prospect, qualify leads, conduct compelling presentations, negotiate effectively, and close deals. Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.

• Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in other South African official languages is an advantage.

• Interpersonal Skills : Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders at all levels.

• Technical Aptitude : Ability to understand and articulate technical concepts related to payment processing and integrating them into business solutions.

• Self-Motivated: Highly self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment and adapt to evolving market conditions.

R360k pa + comm + Discretionary bonus if applicable