JOB ADVERTISEMENT : Senior Sales Manager - Gingerbread

Job Title: Senior Sales Manager

Location: Yaoundé, Cameroon (Hybrid)

Industry: Commercial Finance / Financial Services

Gingerbread - experts in global hiring for VC-backed startups and scaleups, helping high-growth companies find the talent to match their ambition. We’re  hiring a high-performing Senior Sales Manager to drive customer acquisition and revenue growth across Cameroon and the wider CEMAC region. This role is critical to the company’s regional growth strategy - blending on-the-ground market insight, creative sales execution, and a customer-first approach. You’ll report directly to the General Manager for Cameroon and play a key role in expanding the business's footprint in the region.



About the Company:

Our client is a high-growth fintech helping African businesses manage and streamline their international payments. Backed by top-tier global investors, they’ve raised over $18 million and are led by a team with deep expertise in fintech and emerging markets.



Key Responsibilities:

Acquire new corporate customers across Cameroon (and the broader CEMAC region as expansion progresses)
Develop and implement customer retention and growth strategies
Drive revenue through direct acquisition and upselling
Analyze and track competitor activity, pricing, and positioning
Craft and continuously refine sales materials and pitch decks
Experiment with various customer acquisition channels; scale what works
Act as the voice of the customer and collaborate with internal teams to localize and improve products and services


Requirements:

5+ years’ experience in a senior sales leadership role, ideally in fintech, financial services, or startup environments
Proven track record in results-driven sales and revenue growth
Highly organized, independent, and proactive
Based in or willing to relocate to Douala
Fluent in both English and French


Preferred Experience:

Willingness to be hands-on and solution-oriented ("no task too small" mindset)
Experience in early-stage, VC-backed startups or top-tier consulting firms
Understanding of emerging markets dynamics
Familiarity with CRM systems and digital sales tools
Strong alignment with the company’s mission to level the playing field for African businesses
Eager to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with plenty of autonomy and ownership

HOW TO APPLY :

All applications must be submitted ONLINE at : https://airtable.com/app4BANTTH6Itm0Rp/pagdWQxgDTG7pfYHC/form