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  • Posted: May 23, 2022
    Deadline: Not specified
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    Paykobo.com is one of Nigerian’s biggest ecommerce technology company that provides businesses from small to large enterprises, retail, government agencies, and other organizations with integrated software and high quality hardware so they can run more efficiently at an unbeatable price. 

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    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.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Paykobo on forms.gle to apply

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