Company: Lesaka Technologies – Kazang Micro Merchant Division
Location: Thaba Chweu Rural, Mpumalanga
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 31 October 2025
Closing Date: 14 November 2025
Industry: Information Technology & Services
Functional Area: Sales
Experience Level: Associate
About Lesaka Technologies and the Kazang Micro Merchant Division
Lesaka Technologies is a leading South African fintech company empowering merchants and consumers through innovative payment and financial technology solutions. Its Kazang Micro Merchant Division focuses on providing informal traders and small business owners with access to efficient, reliable, and affordable payment solutions.
Kazang’s cutting-edge fintech terminals enable merchants to accept card payments and sell a variety of value-added services (VAS) including electricity, airtime, data, and sports betting vouchers. By driving financial inclusion in underserved communities, Kazang plays a vital role in transforming the informal economy and supporting small business growth.
Position Overview
Lesaka Technologies is seeking a Sales Executive to join its Kazang Micro Merchant Division in Thaba Chweu, Mpumalanga. This role is ideal for a motivated, business-minded individual with a passion for technology, customer engagement, and sales excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring that Kazang’s fintech products reach merchants who need them most.
Key Responsibilities
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Consistently achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
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Prospect and convert leads by demonstrating the value of Kazang’s fintech terminals and related services.
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Conduct product installations and ensure devices are fully functional for customers.
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Understand each client’s business needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
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Maintain accurate records of sales activities, forecasts, and customer engagements.
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Collaborate with internal teams to address client feedback and refine sales strategies.
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Build strong relationships with informal vendors to expand market reach and product visibility.
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Identify new business opportunities to increase market share within the informal sector.
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Promote cross-selling and up-selling opportunities to maximize customer value.
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Ensure that contracts and documentation are processed efficiently.
Minimum Requirements
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Sales (preferred but not mandatory).
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Experience: Proven experience in sales, ideally within a product-driven or technical environment.
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Technical Skills: Ability to install, troubleshoot, and demonstrate fintech devices.
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Communication: Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to engage small business owners effectively.
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Knowledge: Strong understanding of customer needs, sales forecasting, and CRM systems.
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Computer Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
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License: Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as required.
Ideal Candidate Profile
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Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for financial inclusion and digital transformation.
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Self-driven and proactive in identifying opportunities and nurturing leads.
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Confident operating within informal markets and engaging decision-makers directly.
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Professional and well-presented individual with strong ethical standards.
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Committed to ongoing learning about Kazang’s ecosystem to improve selling techniques.
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Strategic thinker with solid problem-solving and negotiation skills.
Why Join Kazang (Lesaka Technologies)
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Be part of a leading fintech provider driving digital inclusion in South Africa’s informal economy.
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Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive workplace that values innovation and initiative.
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Access career development opportunities within a fast-growing company.
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Make a tangible impact by helping small businesses thrive through digital payment solutions.
Remuneration
A competitive package aligned with experience and performance-based incentives.
Employment Equity
Lesaka Technologies is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Preference may be given to candidates who support the company’s transformation goals.
POPIA Compliance
All information provided by applicants will be processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) for recruitment purposes only.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online via the official Lesaka Technologies careers platform:
👉 Apply Here
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