Deluxe Corporation

Strategic Enterprise Growth Director - Merchant Services

Deluxe Corporation$120K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Admin, Finance or related field
  • 10 years' experience in enterprise relationship management, product strategy or business development with SaaS or payment solutions
  • 10-15+ years of relevant sales experience focused on Enterprise Payment Acceptance
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills
  • Deep knowledge of the global payments value chain including settlement cycles and API-driven financial services

Responsibilities

  • Identify and penetrate high-value enterprise accounts through networking and strategic research
  • Lead all phases of enterprise sales including discovery and contract negotiation
  • Manage complex contract negotiations, balancing merchant ROI with company profitability
  • Collaborate with Product, Risk, Compliance, and Implementation teams for successful merchant onboarding
  • Maintain an understanding of industry trends and compliance standards

Benefits

  • Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and Holidays
  • Employer-Matched Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Infertility Treatment, Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
WHO YOU ARE:

Do you enjoy project planning? Do you thrive in building road maps to highlight key milestones? Does multi-tasking and organization excite you? Is it exhilarating to be thought of as the subject matter expert? Do you take pride in delivering a "white glove" customer experience?

Position Overview

We are seeking a high-caliber Strategic Enterprise Account Executive to drive growth within our most significant market segment. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, prospecting, and closing complex deals with organizations processing $500 million to $10 billion in volume. You will act as a consultative partner, navigating long sales cycles (6-12 months) and building consensus across diverse C-suite stakeholder groups, including Finance, Treasury, IT, and Operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Sourcing & Prospecting: Identify and penetrate a curated list of high-value enterprise accounts through a combination of networking, strategic research, and leveraging existing C-level relationships.
  • Full Sales Cycle Management: Lead all phases of the enterprise sales motion, including discovery, diagnosis, solution design, and delivery.
  • High-Stakes Negotiation: Manage complex contract negotiations, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), ensuring favorable commercial terms that balance merchant ROI with long-term company profitability.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product, Risk, Compliance, and Implementation teams to ensure successful merchant onboarding.
  • Market Leadership: Maintain a deep understanding of industry trends, such as Interchange Plus Plus (IC++) pricing models, PCI DSS compliance, and emerging fraud prevention technologies.


Basic Qualification:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Admin, Finance or related field
  • 10 years' experience in enterprise relationship management, product strategy or business development with SaaS or payment solutions.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience: 10-15+ years of relevant sales experience focused on Enterprise Payment Acceptance (Acquiring, Processing, or Open Banking).
  • Executive Presence: Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence CXO decision-makers and navigate complex "internal friction" within large organizations.
  • Technical Acumen: Deep knowledge of the global payments value chain, including settlement cycles, API-driven financial services, and tokenization.
  • Education: MBA is highly preferred.


Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary with uncapped commissions and residual income on accounts built.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision and retirement programs.

Benefits

In line with our commitment to employee wellbeing, our total rewards benefits package is designed to support the physical, financial, and emotional health of our employees, tailored to meet their unique and evolving needs. Our approach considers our employees' whole selves, ensuring they can thrive both in and outside of work. Here are some of the benefits we offer, which may vary based on role, location, or hours worked:
  • Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and Holidays
  • Employer-Matched Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Infertility Treatment, Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement


These benefits are designed to enhance the health, protect the financial security, and provide peace of mind to our employees and their families.

About Deluxe Corporation

Deluxe Corporation is a provider of business products and services. The company was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Shoreview, Minnesota. Deluxe offers a variety of products and services, including checks, forms, marketing materials, and website development. The company serves a wide range of customers, including small businesses, financial institutions, and non-profits. Deluxe has been recognized for its corporate social responsibility efforts, including its commitment to sustainability and diversity and inclusion. The company has also been recognized for its financial performance, including its revenue growth and profitability.
Learn more about Deluxe Corporation
Size
6,313 employees
Market Cap
$732.7 million
Industry
Net Income
$8.8 million
Founded
1915
5 Year Trend
+1.8%
Revenue
$1.7 billion
NASDAQ

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