Lead Marketing & Enablement Consultant- Merchant Services

Buffalo, NY (Hybrid)

$80K/yr – $150K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 5 days ago

Job Summary

Own the go-to-market strategy and enablement for KeyBank Merchant solutions, shaping GTM execution, messaging, sales tools, and cross-functional collaboration across Product, BD, Sales, and Marketing.

  • Lead GTM strategy and execution for Merchant Services.
  • Develop client-centric messaging, content, and enablement tools; drive cross-functional alignment.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Go-to-Market Strategy & Execution - Drive execution of internal readiness and sales activation strategies for new and enhanced Merchant Services products. - Translate product strategies into customer centric value propositions, marketing and sales enablement plans, and launch materials. - Partner with Product and BD teams to identify the right audiences, deployment channels, and success metrics for GTM campaigns / webinars / events. Product Positioning, Messaging & Content Development - Develop client-centric narratives and competitive messaging that differentiate KeyBank’s Merchant solutions and reflect market trends and evolving client needs. - Build consistent messaging frameworks and ensure alignment across Product, BD, Sales, and Marketing. - Maintain deep knowledge of Merchant product capabilities, roadmaps, and client use cases to support effective content development. Sales Enablement & Field Readiness - Create marketing materials that help front-line teams understand the why , what , and how behind solutions, enabling them to confidently engage prospects and clients. - Build and maintain scalable sales enablement tools including: Pitch decks - Product one-pagers and sell sheets - Talk tracks and objection-handling guides - Competitive battle cards - Quick reference guides - Demo scripts and storyboard flows - “Meeting-in-a-Box” and campaign activation toolkits - Structure and deliver virtual and in-person training sessions, product demos, and sales coaching modules in partnership with product experts. - Manage a centralized content repository to ensure field teams always have access to current and accurate materials. - Gather feedback from the field to optimize enablement content, improve training effectiveness, and inform product positioning. Sales Play Development - Build solution-focused sales plays that integrate products, market insights, and client needs into actionable guidance. - Provide step-by-step playbooks outlining target segments, discovery questions, value proof points, partner roles, and follow-up actions. - Enable adoption through training, communications, and field support. Planning & Accountability - Manage marketing and enablement projects end-to-end, including scoping, planning, design, execution, approvals, delivery, and ongoing maintenance. - Maintain clear documentation, track progress, and proactively communicate status updates to stakeholders. - Own commitments and deliver results with minimal escalation. - Maintain a detailed content and campaign calendar with appropriate timelines and deadlines. Marketing Collaboration - Partner with Corporate Center Marketing to support integrated campaigns across paid, earned, social, and owned channels that drive brand awareness, engagement, and product adoption. - Ensure product-specific content aligns with enterprise brand guidelines and messaging platforms. Market Insights & Reporting - Evaluate sales enablement materials and training programs for effectiveness and adoption; refine based on data and field insights. - Provide reporting on campaign performance, sales engagement, content utilization, and product adoption. Education - Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Finance, or related field.

Requirements

  • Education - Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Finance, or related field. Work Experience - 5+ years of experience in product marketing or sales enablement within financial services industry or fintech B2B experience. - Experience in merchant service marketing preferred - Strong understanding of B2B financial solutions, especially in Commercial Banking. - Experience building sales enablement frameworks, training content, and product positioning assets strongly preferred. People Leadership & Team Development - May directly manage and develop a Marketing Consultant, providing coaching, prioritization guidance, and day-to-day direction. - Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and development plans aligned to team and organizational priorities. - Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

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At KeyBank we’ve made a promise to our clients that they will always have a champion in us. To deliver on our promise, we’re committed to building a team of engaged employees who do the right thing for our clients and shareholders, and help them achieve financial wellness each and every day. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, KeyCorp is one of the nation’s largest financial services companies. Key Companies provide investment management, retail and commercial banking, consumer finance and investment banking products to individuals and companies throughout the United States and, for certain businesses, internationally. Follow along for business and industry insights, expert advice and more resources to help you achieve your financial goals. KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. KeyBank is Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. Credit applications are subject to credit approval.

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