Global Merchant and Network Services (GMNS) is the merchant network of American Express that acquires and maintains relationships with millions of merchants around the world who welcome American Express-branded Cards. The Merchant Acquisition and Supplier Enablement (MASE) team within GMNS is a nationwide organization comprised of over 160 professionals dedicated to signing and enabling U.S. merchants for AXP Card acceptance.

　　The Manager of Business Development (MBD) is a direct sales position on the District Sales team within the XX Region of Merchant Acquisition. This position will focus on high value prospects that have an annual sales revenue up to $1B within B2B verticals and segments that do not currently accept the Card as a form of payment. This role will also work closely with our Global Commercial Services (GCS) and the Regional Centralized Client Management teams to expand B2B coverage, drive charge volume, and a focus on Welcomed Acceptance. The successful candidate will use his/ her in-depth knowledge of American Express and target industries to partner with prospects and internal stakeholders across the blue box to devise and implement innovative deal constructs to unlock previously untapped opportunities.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Track record of conceiving, structuring, selling in, and implementing innovative dealsEnsures accurate business process, conduct and compliance controls and adherenceConsistent record to establish relationships and drive consensus with key internal partners, including pricing, legal, Card issuers, Risk, and other internal partnersStrong financial competence. Excellent and analytical skills used to prepare and present quantitative analyses to prospects.Strong primary and secondary account/ industry research skills; proven ability to use professional network and third-party sources to develop deep understanding of prospect needs, anticipated objections, and potential leverage pointsExcellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. Strong executive and stakeholder presence.Strong negotiation skills; proven ability in establishing rapport and earning credibility with prospects.Flexible; comfortable in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities and changes in direction.Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of successful outside sales experience.Proficiency with Salesforce.com an asset.Candidate must be located in the state of Maryland. Travel required 25% throughout the state of Maryland.

　　May Provide Sponsorship:

　　1. Depending on factors such as business unit requirements, the nature of the position, cost and applicable laws, American Express may provide visa sponsorship for certain positions.

　　Salary Range: $70,000.00 to $125,000.00 annually + sales incentive + benefits

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