Category Manager

MIH Internet East Africa Vacancies: 1 Location: Nairobi, Kenya Deadline: 26 Jun, 2012 http://http://www.mocality.co.ke/		87 total views Share
Mocality is an online business which offers a consolidated marketplace for business owners to sell their goods online, and offers consumers a wide range of carefully curated products at local market prices. To assist in building this exciting business, Mocality is seeking an etail and/or retail professional who is interested in a full time position as a Category Manager for this exciting Project.  The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya. Key Responsibilities Develop a Category Management Plan that is SMART and aligned to overall objectives, for the products under management Develop a strategic and tactical sourcing and merchandising plan for products under management ◦ Plan for when certain products must be available (seasonality, income streams and strategic push) ◦ Identify when to get the products ◦ Identify how to get the products ◦ Delivery channels for the products Accountable for turnover of products, margin optimization and profitability of products Identify great opportunities and “killer deals” for products Identify and build relationships with local suppliers to drive product availability within the various categories Identify and manage alternative, innovative distribution mechanisms for products Work closely with the Marketing and customer service teams to identify opportunities to increase sales Identify and manage supplier relationships including stock management Constantly review current orders against available stock orders to ensure that products are always in stock Manage strategic customer relationships by identifying new opportunities to sell products within categories Competencies Integrity Can do attitude Passion for customer satisfaction Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance Ability and willingness to work extra hours to meet customer expectation Highly organized team player who can multitask Attention to detail Innovative Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines and targets Ability to persuade and influence others Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, sales, or related field Category/product management in a retail environment added advantage Minimum  of 2 years of online management experience Knowledge of MS-Office applications Internet knowledge and email essential Excellent presentation skills Great internet skills In addition to all of the above, the candidate would have to: Not only understand the essence of the internet, but grasp and be excited by its future Be a self-starter and achiever needing little management supervision. Be practical, down-to-earth, non-hierarchical and prepared to "roll up their sleeves" and make things happen Be prepared to work hard in an informal culture Apply for this position: If you meet the above requirements and would like to be part of this team, please forward a comprehensive CV listing relevant skills and experience for attention:  Human Resources via email: vacancieske@mihinternet.com quoting the reference no. MEA0612CM on the email subject line. Should you not hear from us within 1 month of the closing date, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Closing date:    26 June, 2012