Merchant Account Development Manager

What you will be doing :

• Develop and implement a comprehensive local strategy to drive revenue growth for our restaurant and merchant ads business.
• Build and manage relationships with key industry players, including global brands, franchises, and local restaurants and merchants.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive global ads and promos sales strategy to achieve revenue targets and drive customer acquisition.
• Motivate a high-performing local sales team to exceed ad revenue targets and customer acquisition and retention goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, marketing, and operations, to ensure sales objectives are met.
• Develop and implement sales processes and procedures to improve sales efficiency and effectiveness.
• Analyze sales performance metrics and provide regular updates to leadership on sales ROI and key trends.
• Negotiate and close advertising investment deals with a focus on revenue growth, product adoption, and customer engagement.
• Fluent English and Norwegian language written and oral communication ability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in sales management in relevant industries (advertising sales, restaurants, retail) with a proven ability to lead and motivate a high-performing sales team.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present to senior executives and clients.
• Excellent negotiation skills with a focus on win-win solutions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to inform decisions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated track record of successfully driving revenue growth through partnerships or ads.
• Excellent negotiation skills with a focus on win-win solutions.
• Fluent English and Norwegian language written and oral communication ability.