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Global Merchant & Network Services (GMNS) provides a secure network for issuing partners and millions of merchants to facilitate Card payments. We offer comprehensive payment processing options to online, storefront and business-to-business merchants.

American Express’ direct relationship with Card Members and merchants creates a unique “closed loop” network that enables us to provide valuable business insights, marketing information and expertise to help merchants drive revenue and grow their business volumes.

How will you make an impact in this role?
The Merchant Acquisition Manager of Small Merchant Acquisition is responsible for the acquisition of new merchant accounts for American Express acceptance. This involves all aspects of acquisition, account activation and development of new merchant accounts in the Singapore market. The Merchant Acquisition Manager will work closely with the Senior Manager to execute Small Merchant Acquisition Strategies. This role will have a particular focus on driving merchant activations across premium locations that matter most to our cardmembers.

Principal Responsibilities

• Top priority in meeting/exceeding individual active merchant monthly target


• Ensure over 50% of signings are located in pre-assigned premium malls and hotspot locations


• Achieve activation rates above 90% and ensure attrition levels are managed to a minimum


• Monitor and maintain the monthly onboarding rejection rate below 5%


• Ensure the seamless execution of the merchant onboarding process to improve productivity


• Strict adherence to the ROE, AML Grid, GMAP and all related on-boarding processes set forth by the business


• Enhance the use of CRM capabilities such as Merchant force and MIRA reporting tools to provide better visibility into the sales pipeline, wins and target achievements


• Support the Senior Manager and Team Lead in all data reports required by the business

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate/business sales with a proven track record in the Global Merchant Network Services Team


• A self-driven team player with excellent presentation and negotiation skills, capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines


• Possess strong business acumen, strategic thinking and a deep understanding of the merchant business


• Proficient in Excel, Word, Power Point and CRM applications, preferably, Merchant Force

We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.