Jumia is the #1 leader of E-commerce
in Africa. Our company is part of Rocket Internet, a global and leading incubator
of start ups specialized in e-commerce. We have already built in France
successful companies like Groupon, Zalando, Wimdu, EDarling, Glossybox…
Jumia has expanded its activities in Kenya. To support our development we are currently looking for outstanding candidates interested in entrepreneurship and e-commerce to join us.
Job Description:Vendor Manager - Home and Living
This is a perfect opportunity to participate in an entrepreneurial adventure that will lead to the future stars of the web universe.
The role of the Vendor Manager includes but is not limited to:
This is a perfect opportunity to participate in an entrepreneurial adventure that will lead to the future stars of the web universe.
The role of the Vendor Manager includes but is not limited to:
- Handling relationships with new and current
suppliers (includes talking to them every day and developing a rapport).
- Getting the weekly promotion items from the
suppliers.
- Negotiating costs and payment terms with the
suppliers.
- Getting new releases as soon as the suppliers
have them.
- Shortlisting and prioritizing key suppliers.
- Finding new suppliers with no limits, try to
source and sell every product within your category.
- Monitoring stock levels and planning the
purchasing policy well in advance.
- Having an accurate knowledge of competition:
who they are, what prices they have and their products.
- Analyzing consumer buying behavior and
predicting future trends.
- Attending trade fairs / events and sourcing
for new products.
- Producing Monthly sales reports.
- Liaising with various teams within the
organization to ensure a smooth flow of operations.
Qualifications and Experience
- Purchasing and supplies qualifications.
- 2 years and above work experience
- Prior experience with household electronics/
furniture suppliers
- Excellent computer skills.
- Knowledge of Home and Living products will be
an added advantage.
- Exceptional analytical, organizational and
interpersonal skills.
- Proactive, Entrepreneurial and proven ability
to deliver exceptional results.
Job Description:Vendor Manager - TV’s and Cameras
This is a perfect opportunity to participate in an entrepreneurial adventure that will lead to the future stars of the web universe.
This is a perfect opportunity to participate in an entrepreneurial adventure that will lead to the future stars of the web universe.
The role of the Vendor Manager includes but is not limited to:
- Handling relationships with new and current
suppliers (includes talking to them every day and developing a rapport).
- Getting the weekly promotion items from the
suppliers.
- Negotiating costs and payment terms with the
suppliers.
- Getting new releases as soon as the suppliers
have them.
- Shortlisting and prioritizing key suppliers.
- Finding new suppliers with no limits, try to
source and sell every product within your category.
- Monitoring stock levels and planning the
purchasing policy well in advance.
- Having an accurate knowledge of competition:
who they are, what prices they have and their products.
- Analyzing consumer buying behavior and
predicting future trends.
- Attending trade fairs / events and sourcing
for new products.
- Producing Monthly sales reports.
- Liaising with various teams within the
organization to ensure a smooth flow of operations.
Qualifications and Experience
- Purchasing and supplies qualifications.
- 2 years and above work experience
- Prior experience with Electronics/ IT products
supplier/ dealer
- Excellent computer skills.
- Knowledge of TV’s and Camera specifications an
added advantage.
- Exceptional analytical, organizational and
interpersonal skills.
- Proactive, Entrepreneurial and proven ability
to deliver exceptional results.
Please send your resume to:
joinus-kenya@jumia.com
Join the journey!
Join the journey!