Merchant Acquisition Specialist (Executive)x1
Job Summary
- Position: Merchant Acquisition Specialist (Executive)
- Employer: The Entertainer
- Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
- Salary: From R23,000 per month
- Type: Full-time
- Sector: Sales / Business Development / Lifestyle & Entertainment
Role Overview:
Responsible for expanding and managing The Entertainer’s merchant network across multiple categories, including dining, leisure, beauty, fitness, and entertainment. The role focuses on acquiring new merchants, strengthening relationships, and ensuring high merchant satisfaction and retention.
Key Requirements
Experience: 3–5 years in sales, merchant acquisition, or account management
Industry: Hospitality, lifestyle, retail, FMCG (advantageous)
Education: Bachelor’s in Business, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Other: Valid driver’s license, access to own transport, own mobile & computer
Skills & Attributes:
Persistent and goal-driven
Customer-focused with excellent relationship management
Initiative and self-motivation
Highly organized, able to multitask
Data-driven for decision-making and reporting
Strong communicator, adaptable to different situations
Responsibilities
Merchant Acquisition & Retention: Identify, pitch, and onboard new merchants
Full Sales Cycle Management: Prospecting → Negotiation → Closure → Documentation
Training & Onboarding: Ensure merchants understand and use the platform effectively
Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (content, operations, marketing, finance)
Monitoring & Reporting: Track KPIs, merchant performance, feedback, and engagement
Compliance & Market Research: Conduct in-trade compliance checks and stay updated on market trends
Campaign Support: Assist merchants with promotional initiatives throughout the year