Account Executive - Supply Chain Finance

Lisha Fundis using data, technology and capital to build a healthier, sustainable, and inclusive food ecosystem in Africa. Our mission is to create a food ecosystem in Africa where great tasting, healthy and affordable food and drinks brands are designed, developed and produced by African entrepreneurs, for the African consumers.

The kind of person you are
You are in the mood for the latest food trends and enjoy working with food
and drink startups
Interest in a customer-facing role, sales/marketing or customer success

You can formulate and test an hypothesis using data

You possess diplomacy, tact, and poise when working with customers

You’re full of entrepreneurial spirit and focused on fast paced growth

You have an interest helping food entrepreneurs grow their businesses

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include the following.

You will qualify emerging food and drink businesses selling Direct to Consumers, Retail, Wholesale and Foodservice and are in need of funding to accelerate their businesses

Educate qualified, warm leads about working capital and cash-flow financing solutions

Advise the owner, build rapport, and guide the client through to funding

Maintain an organized pipeline to ensure prompt follow ups and all prospects

Manage the document collection process to secure the close

Collaborate with team members to build a winning sales team

Job Requirements
Required education

Required relevant work experience

Required languages:
Compensation
Salary range:KSh50,000 - KSh60,000
A competitive base salary and generous sales bonus