Inbound Sales Officer

Who We Are

Moniepoint is Africa’s all-in-one financial ecosystem, empowering businesses and their customers with seamless payment, banking, credit, and management tools. In 2023, we processed $182 billion and are Nigeria’s largest merchant acquirer. We are on a mission to create financial happiness for everyone, everywhere.

What We Do

At Moniepoint, we are a customer-focused community dedicated to crafting solutions that redefine our industry. We leverage artificial intelligence and data-driven best practices to support our businesses, from providing credit and overdrafts to ensuring every transaction is secure.

Curious about what makes Moniepoint an incredible place to work? Check out our stories on how we cultivate a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth.

Job Purpose

The Inbound Sales Officer responds to customer inquiries coming from various lead channels (website inquiries, partner referrals, social media, events, and other inbound sources) and converts interested prospects into paying Moniebook customers. You will be the first point of contact for people who have expressed interest in our platform, guiding them through product demonstrations, answering questions, and helping them make informed purchase decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to Inbound Inquiries on schedule, following the outlined business process
• Qualify Leads: Ask thoughtful questions to understand customer needs, budget, timeline, and decision-making process. Determine if our solution is the right fit for their business.
• Conduct Product Demonstrations: Schedule and deliver engaging online demos (via Zoom/Google Meet) that showcase how Moniebook solves customer problems.
• Close Deals: Guide qualified prospects through pricing discussions, address concerns, handle objections, and close sales. Work toward monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Manage Customer Relationships: Build trust and rapport with prospects throughout the sales process. Follow up consistently, provide excellent service, and ensure smooth handoffs to our Onboarding team after purchase.
• Identify Upsell Opportunities: Recognize when customers could benefit from premium features or additional services and introduce them appropriately during conversations.
• Maintain Accurate Records: Log all customer interactions, update deal stages, and track your pipeline on the tools provided.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Provide feedback on lead quality from different channels. Share common customer questions and insights to help improve our lead generation efforts.
• Continuous Learning: Participate in weekly sales training, practice call reviews with your manager, and continuously improve your Moniebook product knowledge and sales skills.

Qualifications

• 0 - 3 years of work experience in any field (SaaS sales, sales, or fresh graduates welcome)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable with technology and learning new software tools quickly.
• Strong listening skills and genuine curiosity to understand customer needs
• Organised and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple conversations simultaneously without dropping the ball
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience preferred 

About You

• You're eager to start a career in tech sales and willing to put in the work to learn and grow
• You're naturally helpful and get satisfaction from solving problems for others
• You're comfortable with rejection, you understand that not every prospect will buy, and you don't take it personally
• You're a team player who shares wins, learns from colleagues, and contributes to a positive office culture
• You're coachable, you actively seek feedback and implement it to improve your performance
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are exactly the same

What Success Looks Like (First 90 Days)

• Week 1-2: Complete onboarding and product training. Shadow experienced reps on calls and demos. Begin handling simple inquiries with manager support.
• Week 3-4: Start managing your own leads independently. Conduct your first solo product demos. Close your first deals with coaching.
• Month 2-3: Consistently meet daily activity targets (calls made, emails sent, demos scheduled). Build confidence in handling objections and closing techniques.
• By Day 90: Achieve 80-100% of your monthly sales quota. Demonstrate solid Moniebook product knowledge. Maintain clean CRM records. Receive positive feedback from customers and team members.

What we can offer you

Culture: We put our people first and prioritize the well-being of every team member. We’ve built a company where all opinions carry weight and where all voices are heard. We value and respect each other and always look out for one another. Above all, we are human.

Learning: We have a learning-and-development-focused environment, with an emphasis on knowledge sharing, training, and regular internal technical talks.

Compensation: You’ll receive an attractive salary, pension, health insurance, annual bonus, plus other benefits.

What to expect in the hiring process

• A preliminary phone call with the recruiter.
• An interview with the operations lead.
• A behavioural and technical interview with the business lead.

Moniepoint is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates.