Merchant Payment Services Account Executive

Elavon; New York (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payment solutions company is seeking a motivated Sales Account Executive to develop business account relationships in New York. This role requires strong sales experience and offers flexibility with remote work. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and a passion for building new relationships and achieving sales results.

Benefits

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

Paid vacation

Qualifications

• Two to three years of relevant sales experience.
• Ability to travel.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the company.

Responsibilities

• Build and grow bank partner relationships.
• Utilize and update Salesforce as a CRM tool.
• Develop profitable new business account relationships.
• Identify business opportunities based on market knowledge.
• Present products to prospective clients.

Skills

Strong sales experience

Excellent interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping customers and businesses make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling communities to grow and succeed in the right ways, with confidence and frequency, is what we call the courage to thrive. A career with U.S. Bank offers opportunities to discover what makes you thrive, try new things, learn new skills, and excel—from Day One.

As a wholly owned subsidiary, Elavon is committed to building platforms and ecosystems that help over 1.5 million customers worldwide achieve their financial goals. From transaction processing to customer service and driving innovation, we offer a range of tailored payment solutions powered by the latest technology. Join our team to partner with customers, communities, and colleagues to energize your career goals.

Job Description

Elavon, a leader in payment solutions, is seeking an in-market outside Sales Account Executive to develop new business account relationships with a referral bank partner.

If you are motivated by building new relationships, achieving high-level sales results, and contributing to a top-performing team, we are excited about you!

Responsibilities

• Build and grow our bank partner relationship, resulting in consistent referral production. Bank partners provide warm leads and are rewarded for sending referrals.
• Daily utilization and updating of Salesforce as a CRM tool.
• Develop profitable new business account relationships and increased profitability from existing accounts by selling Merchant Services (Visa/MC/Discover/American Express processing) to small/medium-sized businesses.
• Identify business opportunities based on knowledge of clients, markets, products, and services.
• Learn and develop expert-level knowledge of company products and services.
• Present to prospective clients informing them of the benefits of using the organization’s products and services to meet their needs.
• Implement and maintain an effective referral network and call program to promote sales.
• Receive guidance and training in a remote environment and achieve daily objectives as set forth by your manager.

No experience with Merchant Services required, just strong sales experience and a willingness to learn and grow with us!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience
• Two to three years of relevant sales experience
• Ability to travel

This role supports markets in the Buffalo and Rochester, NY area. The Account Executive will primarily operate remotely, meeting in person with clients and banking partners 3-4 days of the week.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Expert knowledge of product marketing, client service issues and organization operations
• Excellent marketing, business development/sales and negotiating skills
• Ability to creatively resolve complex problems with general guidance
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Salesforce
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Disability accommodations

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. Our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system. Learn more about the E-Verify program without a link.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on location. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution. Pay Range: $60,435.00 - $71,100.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including various fair chance ordinances and regulatory requirements. Applicants must comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.