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
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Experience: 3–5 years in sales, merchant acquisition, or account management
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Industry: Hospitality, lifestyle, retail, FMCG (advantageous)
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Education: Bachelor’s in Business, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
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Other: Valid driver’s license, access to own transport, own mobile & computer
Skills & Attributes:
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Persistent and goal-driven
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Customer-focused with excellent relationship management
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Initiative and self-motivation
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Highly organized, able to multitask
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Data-driven for decision-making and reporting
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Strong communicator, adaptable to different situations
Responsibilities
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Merchant Acquisition & Retention: Identify, pitch, and onboard new merchants
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Full Sales Cycle Management: Prospecting → Negotiation → Closure → Documentation
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Training & Onboarding: Ensure merchants understand and use the platform effectively
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Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (content, operations, marketing, finance)
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Monitoring & Reporting: Track KPIs, merchant performance, feedback, and engagement
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Compliance & Market Research: Conduct in-trade compliance checks and stay updated on market trends
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Campaign Support: Assist merchants with promotional initiatives throughout the year