About the Role
PalmPay is building a robust ecosystem to provide millions of customers with the best choice and value in digital and financial services. We are creating unique experiences for our customers and offering scale to our partners to reach new audiences across Nigeria. We are currently seeking an ambitious and results-driven Regional Manager to spearhead our Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) expansion within a designated region, driving financial inclusion and empowering consumers through innovative credit solutions.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to achieve regional BNPL revenue and adoption targets.
- Lead, motivate, and mentor a regional team of sales executives and agents, establishing performance metrics and providing ongoing coaching.
- Identify and capture new business opportunities by building strategic relationships with merchants, distributors, and retail partners.
- Conduct thorough market research and competitor analysis to adapt strategies and maintain a competitive edge in the Nigerian fintech space.
- Collaborate with partner financial institutions and stakeholders to ensure seamless product adoption and ecosystem expansion.
- Prepare accurate sales forecasts, reports, and data-driven insights for senior management to guide regional growth.
- Ensure all sales operations strictly comply with local regulatory standards, company policies, and effective risk management controls.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive sales management experience, specifically within the Nigerian fintech, banking, or financial services sector.
- Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding aggressive sales targets and scaling customer acquisition.
- Exceptional leadership abilities with experience managing, training, and inspiring field sales teams.
- Deep understanding of the Nigerian payment ecosystem, consumer credit, and digital financial products.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with fluency in local business contexts.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the assigned region as required.
- Competitive salary with attractive performance-based bonuses and sales commissions.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
- Opportunities for rapid career advancement within a fast-growing global fintech unicorn.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced work environment with cutting-edge technology.