Payments Consultant, Direct Sales

U.S. Bank

. Prospect and acquire new merchant clients across Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, and Public Sector verticals .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $59,040 - $72,160 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales strategy and client relationship management, with a strong focus on merchant services and payment processing. Proven ability to leverage CRM tools like Salesforce to manage sales pipelines and drive customer retention.

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Salesforce ProficiencyMerchant Services ExpertiseDirect Sales ExperienceNegotiation SkillsCustomer Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Sales StrategyPayment ProcessingBusiness DevelopmentSales Pipeline ManagementContract Negotiation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsRelationship BuildingCustomer Retention Strategies

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceCRM PlatformsMPS Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

RetailHospitalityHealthcarePublic SectorFinancial ServicesSaaSU.S. Bank Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prospect and acquire new merchant clients across Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, and Public Sector verticals
Develop and grow the assigned territory through strategic business development activities
Conduct product demonstrations and articulate the value proposition of MPS payment solutions
Manage a robust sales pipeline using Salesforce and other CRM tools
Negotiate pricing and contract terms to close deals efficiently
Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships
Execute customer retention strategies to reduce churn and increase satisfaction
Serve as a trusted advisor by providing tailored business insights and solutions
Identify and pursue opportunities in high-growth geographies and verticals
Stay informed on industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes
Ensure compliance with internal controls and promotional offer guidelines
Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
Two to three years of relevant sales experience
Ability to travel
3-5 years of experience in direct sales, preferably in payments, financial services, or SaaS
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
Strong understanding of merchant services and payment processing
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
Proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms
Familiarity with MPS platforms and U.S. Bank distribution channels is a plus
Regional market expertise in the Southern U.S. is a plus
Ability to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures, including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
Pension
Career development opportunities
Competitive compensation tied to performance and business growth