Kilimall
Job Vacancy: Supplier Development Intern
Location: Nairobi
Starting Date: Immediately
Who are we?
Kilimall is Kenya's leading
online shopping mall. It was launched in July 2014 with the mission of becoming
the No.1 E-commerce platform in Africa.
Kilimall serves a retail
customer base that continues to grow exponentially, offering products that span
various categories designed to ensure optimum levels of convenience and
customer satisfaction with the retail process; order delivery-tracking,
dedicated customer service support and many other premium services. We invite
you to be part of our team by submitting your application to the following role
based in Nairobi.
Supplier Development Intern
We are looking for outstanding
candidates to support the Phones, Laptops & accessories, Electronics and
Home Appliances categories.
You will be responsible for
sourcing missing brands identified on the platform.
Responsibilities:
1. Brand/Supplier development
as needed.
2. Developing and sustaining
solid relationships with suppliers.
3. Providing insight into
product development and competitive positioning.
4. Conducting market research
to identify new business opportunities.
5. Meeting with potential
suppliers to pitch company business proposal and negotiate business deals.
6. Communicate with sellers on
seasonal sales and negotiated offers as instructed.
Who Are You?
Required Skills and Competencies:
1. A Diploma or Bachelor's
degree in any business related course.
2. Relevant experience in
purchasing and resource development is preferred.
3. Proactive and a strong sense
of responsibility and Teamwork spirit.
4. Ability to work under
pressure
5. Data analysis skills,
6. Outstanding communication
skills, both written and verbal.
7. Outstanding organizational
skills.
8. Strong negotiation skills
Are you interested in this position and do you meet
the minimum requirements?
Apply by sending an email with
your CV and a convincing cover letter to recruitment@kilimall.com clearly
stating the subject heading “SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT INTERN” by 5th May 2023.
Please state your current and
expected remuneration in your CV.
Due to the high volume of
applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.