• Application Deadline:
• Position: Category Buyer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
  

Job Summary

• We are currently looking for more people to join our team. We are looking for people who:
  
  
  
  • Exhibit our core values (Transparency, Continuous Learning and Commitment)
  
  
  • Demonstrate an interest in technology or the willingness to learn
  
  
  • Are self led and self driven.
  
  
  
  

Job Description

• Research and suggest product categories and product types for the company to stock based on present and future demand using the four P’s of category management


• Liaise with marketing teams to determine competitive pricing and promotional activities of a product category


• Assume responsibility of budget development and revenue for category


• Devise long term development strategies for our product category


• Develop exit strategies for unsuccessful products


• Foster trust relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services


• Based on brands and categories of choice, you will scout the web to acquire knowledge of trending products within a given category and as well get prices


• Receive customer orders and ensure that products/items in the order are gotten at the best price either locally or internationally to meet customers need


• Research potential vendors and suppliers and onboard them


• Knowledge of market trend based on category


• Compare, evaluate and document prices from suppliers


• Report and escalate vendor issues to ensure the highest level of service delivery


• Maintain contractual and business relationships with vendors


• Facilitate implementation of procurement change initiatives within category to improve business performance


• Develop and maintain knowledge of relevant global supply markets, competitors and product innovations


• Assist other departments by providing relevant product information

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field.


• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools especially Microsoft Excel.

Person Specifications and Required Skills:

• An analytical mind with a strategic ability


• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting method


• Proven experience as a category manager or similar role


• Solid knowledge of category management, marketing and sales principles


• Demonstrated interest in Technologies, the Internet and Applications


• Willingness to learn our products inside and out and help our customers drive business outcomes


• Customer centric


• Ability to exercise initiative and confidence to start things from the scratch


• Ability to multitask and priorities workload


• Time management skills.

Benefits

• We know our people are one of the most important factors for our success, so we reward you with benefits that work for you, your lifestyle and your career.

Benefits include:

• Stanford SEED Participation.


• Performance-related bonus.


• Flexible work environment.


• Commitment to your career growth through first-in-class training, resources and assistance for relevant certifications


• Clear career path.