Platinum Credit (U) Ltd, a subsidiary of Platcorp Holdings Ltd, has announced a job opening for 10 Sales Team Leaders to manage its Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) product. The company, which operates in Uganda and other African countries, provides emergency loans to employed individuals. The successful candidates will be responsible for leading a team of at least 8 Loans Officers, driving lead generation and sales conversions, and ensuring field discipline.

The Sales Team Leaders will be based in Kampala and upcountry branches across Uganda. Their key duties will include recruiting, onboarding, training, and retaining a minimum of 8 Loans Officers each month. They will also be responsible for driving daily lead generation, customer acquisition, and sales conversion activities for their teams. Additionally, they will supervise and monitor field teams to ensure adherence to approved route plans, work schedules, and operational guidelines.

To qualify for the position, candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Sales, or a related field. They should also have a minimum of 2 years of sales or marketing experience, including 1 year in a leadership role. Strong leadership skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and proficiency in computer applications are also required. A strong understanding of credit assessment, lending policies, and customer acquisition processes is essential.

The successful candidates will be responsible for conducting regular coaching, training, and field support sessions to strengthen product knowledge, sales skills, and overall performance. They will also track team productivity and sales results through daily, weekly, and monthly performance reviews. Providing continuous feedback, motivation, and performance improvement support to Loans Officers will also be a key responsibility.

Platinum Credit is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of its staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation in any of its activities or operations.

Interested candidates can submit their applications, detailed CVs, and testimonials to the Human Resource Manager at Platinum Credit (U) Ltd. The deadline for applications is October 23, 2026. Platinum Credit is a leading regional microfinance company with a wide spread branch network in Uganda, offering various products including Civil Servant Loans, Logbook Finance Loans, SME Loans, and Private Sector loans.

This job opening is one of several opportunities currently available at Platinum Credit. The company has also advertised positions for Training Managers, Sales Team Leaders for Civil Servant Loans and Logbook Finance products, and Branch Coordinators. More information about these jobs and other opportunities can be found on the Ugandan Jobline website or Facebook page.

Key points

  • - 10 Sales Team Leader positions available for SME product at Platinum Credit in Uganda - Deadline for applications is October 23, 2026 - Successful candidates will lead a team of at least 8 Loans Officers and drive sales and lead generation activities

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