Merchant Acquisition Specialist - Builders Program at Tamara

Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention To Detail, Confidentiality, Microsoft Office Suite, CRM Software, Self-Motivated, Goal-Oriented, Adaptable, Resilient, Team Player, Initiative, Positive Attitude

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Why Tamara? We’re proud to be Saudi’s first FinTech unicorn. Our mission is to help people own their dreams by building the most customer-centric financial super app in the world. & There is no playbook for that; our Tamarians are writing it. Our teams are made up of innovators, problem-solvers, and learners we thrive on curiosity and collaboration. If this sounds like you: curious, driven, and ready to build, we’d love to meet you Apply now and join the next generation of Builders! About the program At Tamara, we believe greatness and exceptional talent can come from any level. That’s why we created our Flagship Builders Program, a gateway for brilliant minds ready to kick-start their careers. Whether you're a recent graduate, early in your career with up to two years of experience, or looking for an internship or co-op opportunity, this program lets you dive into real, meaningful work across Product, Engineering, Design, and more. Our January and June 2026 cohorts are your chance to learn, grow, and build alongside some of the most ambitious people in the region. About the Role: We are seeking a highly motivated Merchant Acquisition Specialist who will join our In-store Operations team and will be responsible for signing new businesses and inspecting our in-store marketing efforts at Tamara’s partner stores. The role involves being on the ground and visiting new and existing merchants. It’s ideal for an energetic individual who is eager to learn and grow in a dynamic start-up environment. Your Responsibilities: Active Merchant Outreach: Proactively identify and approach potential merchants in their physical store locations, introducing the company's services or products and explaining the benefits of partnership. Relationship Building: Establish and nurture strong relationships with merchants, understanding their unique needs and challenges to position the company's offerings as valuable solutions. On-Site Demonstrations: Conduct in-person product or service demonstrations and address merchant concerns to secure new partnerships. Market Intelligence Gathering: Collect and report valuable market insights, competitor activities and merchant feedback to inform company strategy and product development, including in-store materials visibility, Conversion and Onboarding: Guide interested merchants through the application and onboarding process, ensuring a smooth transition and laying the groundwork for a successful long-term partnership. Your expertise: Experience At a minimum, internship or co-op training experience in sales or business development with a maximum of 2 years of experience. Skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with merchants and internal stakeholders at all levels. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with CRM software is a plus. Attributes Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to learn about and grow within the BNPL sector. Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced industry. A collaborative team player who takes initiative and brings a positive attitude to work. KSA drivers license is a must All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

The Merchant Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for signing new businesses and inspecting in-store marketing efforts at partner stores. This role involves active merchant outreach, relationship building, on-site demonstrations, market intelligence gathering, and guiding merchants through the onboarding process.