Commercial Growth & Sales Manager

About the role

Ruka Pay Ltd is seeking a dynamic Commercial Growth & Sales Manager to lead its commercial expansion in Uganda. The role focuses on driving merchant acquisition, increasing revenue, and building strong partnerships within the fintech and payments ecosystem.

Key responsibilities

• Drive merchant acquisition and revenue growth.
• Develop and execute commercial sales strategies.
• Lead, train, and manage the sales team.
• Build strong client and business relationships.
• Identify new market opportunities and partnerships.
• Monitor sales performance, KPIs, and pipeline management.
• Improve merchant retention and customer engagement.
• Support brand visibility and market penetration initiatives.

Required profile

• Proven experience in sales leadership, business development, or commercial management.
• Strong understanding of sales strategy and execution.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced, target‑driven environments.
• Experience in fintech, payments, banking, telecom, or related industries is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field preferred.

Required skills