Role overview

Tamara, a leading fintech platform across Saudi Arabia and the GCC region, is looking for a Merchant Acquisition Specialist to join its In-store Operations team in Riyadh. You will be responsible for identifying and signing new merchant partners while monitoring in-store marketing initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with businesses and play a key part in Tamara’s expansion, serving over 25 million customers and 130,000 partner merchants across retail, travel, education, healthcare, and other sectors.

Key responsibilities

Identify and approach potential merchant partners at their physical store locations, presenting Tamara’s services and explaining the advantages of partnership.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with merchants by understanding their specific needs and positioning Tamara’s offerings as solutions to their challenges.
Conduct in-person product demonstrations and address merchant concerns to secure new partnerships.
Gather and report market intelligence, competitor information, and merchant feedback to support company strategy and product development.
Monitor in-store marketing materials visibility and effectiveness at partner locations.
Guide prospective merchants through the application and onboarding process to ensure successful partnerships.

Requirements

Between internship or co-op experience and a maximum of two years of professional experience in sales or business development.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills capable of engaging with merchants and internal stakeholders across all levels.
Strong organizational abilities and careful attention to detail.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with CRM software experience preferred.
Self-motivated, goal-oriented mindset with genuine interest in growing within the BNPL sector.
Valid Saudi Arabian driver’s license required.

What makes this role worth considering

This position provides direct exposure to a dynamic, high-growth fintech environment backed by the Public Investment Fund and other leading investors. You will work hands-on with merchants across diverse industries while building expertise in the buy-now-pay-later sector, all within a collaborative team that values initiative and positive contributions.

How to apply

Use the Apply button to view the official job posting and submit your application on Tamara Dubai Jobs: Essential Guide to Careers (2026)'s careers site.

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