Senior Director of Sales - Global MTO & PSP Markets (Crypto/Fintech/Payments)
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- Nairobi
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive sales leadership experience, with a significant focus on the Money Transfer Operator (MTO) and/or Payment Service Provider (PSP) sectors.
- Demonstrated experience with major banks, MTOs (e.g., Western Union, MoneyGram, Ria), and prominent payment service providers is essential.
- Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales quotas and driving substantial revenue growth in complex, global environments.
- Extensive and verifiable network of relationships with key decision-makers and influencers within the MTO and PSP industries.
- Deep understanding of the global payments landscape, including regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and technological trends (e.g., real-time payments, blockchain, open banking).
- Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing sales force across diverse geographies.
- Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent negotiation, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills.
- Ability to travel internationally as required.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field; MBA preferred.
- Strongly Preferred: Have client list ready to integrate
- Strategic Sales Leadership: Develop, implement, and refine comprehensive global sales strategies for the MTO and PSP segments to achieve ambitious revenue targets and market share growth.
- Revenue Management: Own the global MTO/PSP revenue pipeline, forecasting, and P&L. Implement effective pricing strategies and negotiate high-value contracts to maximize profitability.
- Global Market Expansion: Identify and prioritize new market opportunities within the MTO and PSP ecosystems. Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for international expansion.
- Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing global sales team. Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. Provide ongoing coaching, performance management, and career development opportunities.
- Client Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong, strategic relationships with key decision-makers within major banks, MTOs, and PSPs globally. Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader in the industry.
- Partnership Development: Identify, evaluate, and forge strategic partnerships that accelerate market penetration and enhance our product/service offerings.
- Market Intelligence: Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, regulatory changes, and technological advancements within the MTO and PSP space to inform sales strategies and product development.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, marketing, operations, and legal teams to ensure alignment of sales strategies with overall business objectives and to effectively bring new solutions to market.
- Reporting & Analysis: Provide regular, insightful reports on sales performance, market trends, and pipeline status to senior leadership. Utilize data to drive informed decision-making.