Regional Manager

PalmPay is an Africa-focused fintech firm, launched in 2019. PalmPay is a mobile payments platform that offers a number of financial services.

We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Regional  Manager

Locations: Ibadan, Oyo
Job Type: Full Time
Description

• The Regional Manager will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies to promote and sell PalmPay’s BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) business within a designated region.
• This role involves managing a team of sales representatives, driving regional sales growth, building relationships with partners, and ensuring that the BNPL product line meets its sales targets.
• The Regional Manager will also monitor market trends, identify opportunities, and provide strategic insights to support overall business objectives.
  Key Responsibilities:
  Sales Strategy & Execution:
• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve BNPL sales targets in the region.
• Ensure alignment of sales activities with the company’s overall business goals.
• Drive sales performance through the management of a regional sales team.
  Team Management:
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of sales executives and agents in the assigned region.
• Set performance targets for team members and track their progress.
• Provide coaching, training, and support to enhance sales productivity.
  Market Development:
• Identify new business opportunities and potential market segments for BNPL products.
• Build strong relationships with merchants, agents, and distributors to grow BNPL penetration.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to stay ahead of market trends and adapt strategies accordingly.
  Partner Engagement:
• Engage with partner financial institutions, merchants, and distribution channels to expand card issuance.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and product adoption.
  Reporting & Analysis:
• Prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, and presentations for senior management.
• Analyze regional sales data to monitor performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
• Monitor and report on key market insights, including customer feedback and product performance.
  Compliance & Risk Management:
• Ensure that all sales activities adhere to regulatory and company policies.
• Manage risk by implementing effective controls and monitoring mechanisms in card distribution and sales.
  Customer Service & Support:
• Collaborate with customer service teams to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction with the BNPL products.
• Resolve escalated customer issues related to BNPL usage, delivery, or service issues.
  Key Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of sales management experience, preferably within the financial services or fintech industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and growing a customer base.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Solid understanding of the payment and financial ecosystem, particularly ATM and card services.
• Ability to analyze sales data and market trends.
• Ability to travel extensively within the assigned region.
  Application Closing Date
  Not Specified.
  How to Apply
  Interested and qualified candidates should:
  Click here to apply online