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Who are we?

TradeDepot is a Digital B2B Commerce and embedded finance company headquartered in San Francisco, California. At TradeDepot we are building the largest digital network of retail outlets in Africa and changing the way mega Consumer Goods Brands distribute products to over 5 million retail stores on the continent. Our mission is to be “The SUPPLY PARTNER of Africa’s retail outlets” by using technology to give the retailers what they want, when they want it, supported by Trade Executives who work closely with these store owners to develop and grow their businesses.

Who we want?

We are looking for self-driven, highly motivated, communicative individuals who are proactive and passionate about our products/services and the retailers they serve. Trade Executives act as a point of contact for their retailers and are responsible for building long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships with their retail universe, always striving to ensure retailer growth as well as growth in the TradeDepot business.

You will be responsible for:

• Building and managing long term relationship with retail customers
• Translating relationship into business growth for retailer and TradeDepot
• Driving retailer adoption of TradeDepots’ ShopTopUp platform to maximise business opportunities.
• Providing first-level support to retailers by managing their queries.
• Proactively coordinating with various functions to ensure excellent service delivery.
• Developing and activating new customers through effective service presentation.
• Conducting regular retailer visits
• Driving key performance indicators as per company objectives for trade management
• Managing store specific brand engagements and initiatives for business development

Ideal Profile

• You have at least 1-year experience ideally in a customer/client facing role.
• Good learning skills and adaptability
• Excellent people engagement and customer service mindset
• Effective presentation and communication skills
• Comfortable using mobile technology (Android phone and Mobile Apps)
• Demonstrate strong ownership and commitment to exceed business expectations

What's on Offer?

• Attractive Salary & Benefits
• Strong opportunities to progress your career
• Work alongside & learn from best in class talent

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TradeDepot is a Digital B2B Commerce and embedded finance company headquartered in San Francisco, California. At TradeDepot we are building the largest digital network of retail outlets in Africa and changing the way mega Consumer Goods Brands distribute products to over 5 million retail stores on the continent.

What we're looking for

The Procurement Officer is responsible for working closely with external supply partners to develop and implement strategic procurement plans for all categories at the lowest cost.

Responsibilities

• Development of and execution of category management strategies for all product categories.
• In line with strategic objectives, negotiate to select, appoint and steer, a supply base that progresses the company objectives on cost, On Time and In Full (OTIF) delivery.
• Work with internal stakeholders to define categories to prioritize for sourcing.
• Drive the onboarding of suppliers to our Seller Program.
• Evaluate competitive offers and present sourcing options that meet business requirements.
• Ensure all selected suppliers are compliant to service level agreements.
• Conduct in depth cost and spend analysis in order to develop cost savings initiatives through various cost reduction options.
• Achieve all cost reduction savings targets.
• Monitor, manage and report on achievements on key purchasing indicators in line with department requirements.
• Responsible for gathering relevant benchmark data, and supply market intelligence.
• Work with a team to consistently deliver an excellent experience to the retail base.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, or relevant field.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of the consumer goods industry.
• Solid understanding of logistics and inventory management software.
• Data-driven decision mentality and sound business judgment through strong analytical thinking.
• Creative solutions driven mindset.
• Stellar networking skills and the ability to make smart partnerships happen.
• Entrepreneurial DNA and fear tolerance of a honey-badger.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Ground floor opportunity with the team; shape the strategic direction of the company.
• The rare opportunity to change the world such that everyone around you is using the product you built. We’re not just another social web app, we’re moving products and assets for real people and reinventing B2B distribution and logistics globally.
• Sharp, motivated co-workers in a fun office environment.