Payments Operations Lead
TekmetricFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in card manufacturing, card program management, or payments operations. A strong understanding of issuing networks and processors, and their interactions within the Fintech space, is required. Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders, experience collaborating with Product, Engineering, and Go-To-Market teams on complex launches, and excellent communication and organizational skills are necessary. Detail-orientation with the ability to manage multiple projects in parallel is also required. Experience in the banking, fintech, or financial services industry is strongly preferred, as is a bias for action and problem-solving in fast-moving environments.
The Card Operations Manager will manage the full lifecycle of card manufacturing and fulfillment, from design to delivery, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance. This role involves serving as the primary liaison between issuing banks, networks, processors, and internal teams to coordinate setup, launch, and ongoing program operations. The manager will partner with the Go-To-Market team to align on launch readiness and ensure seamless onboarding for new programs. Collaboration with Product and Engineering teams to identify and implement improvements that reduce friction and enhance cardholder experiences is expected. The role includes overseeing quality control and operational processes to safeguard brand standards and regulatory compliance, and standing up playbooks and SOPs that support both program launches and long-term scalability.
Designs and manages co-branded credit card programs
Imprint designs and manages co-branded credit card programs for well-known American brands. By partnering with these brands, Imprint creates credit cards that attract modern consumers, aiming to enhance the value of their partners' customer relationships. The company focuses on increasing metrics such as average spending, shopping frequency, and annual sales for cardholders. Imprint's process is notably faster than traditional credit card issuers, allowing them to launch new programs in about three months instead of the typical 18 months. Additionally, Imprint prioritizes customer service, offering a premium experience to cardholders. The goal of Imprint is to provide brands with effective credit card solutions that drive customer loyalty and sales.