Head of Payments

Head of Payments About the Company A rapidly growing Vertical ERP software company with a collaborative, servant-leadership culture. Industry Computer Software Type Privately Held About the Role The Company is in search of a Head of Payments to take on a strategic role in leading and scaling the payments function for a Vertical ERP SaaS company. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and executing a comprehensive payments strategy that is in line with the company's product roadmap and business objectives. This includes owning the end-to-end payments function, from acquiring to settlement, and managing all aspects of merchant relationships, integrations, and onboarding processes. The role also involves driving payment economics, establishing and operationalizing risk, fraud, and compliance programs, and negotiating with various payment vendors to secure favorable terms. Applicants for the Head of Payments position at the company should have a proven track record in SaaS and merchant payments, with a strong background in payment processing, economics, and compliance. Experience in a senior payments leadership role, such as Director of Payments or VP of Payments, is essential. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of vertical ERP platforms or enterprise SaaS targeting industry verticals, and a strong ability to partner with cross-functional teams to embed payments into product and commercial motions. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, with an advanced degree being preferred. The role demands excellent analytical skills, the ability to build and scale teams, and a talent for influencing executive stakeholders. Functions Operations