Jumia is Africa's leading internet group, with already over 3,000 employees in more than 20 African countries and huge successes such as Jumia, Jumia Travel, Jumia Food, Jumia Deals, Jumia House, Jumia Jobs and Jumia Services. It is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by MTN, Millicom, Rocket Internet, Axa, Orange, Goldman Sachs & CdC.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Commercial Category Analyst
Location: Lagos
What You Will Be Doing
Monitor Gross Profit P&L performance vs budget and build analysis across all categories leading to action-oriented recommendations
Improve GP2 by optimizing seller/customer passthrough and adapting commission matrix for price leadership
Reconcile Marketing Contribution and ensure all revenue streams are accurately booked and implemented
Collect, clean, and analyze raw data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies
Manage master data integrity and provide quality assurance of imported data
Create compelling reports and presentations that communicate findings and influence business decisions
Develop and accelerate adoption of Value-Added Services (VAS) including product value propositions and market strategies
Design action plans for Key Account Managers and ensure seller subscription to visibility services
Manage inventory through POs (Retail) and COs (Consignment) ensuring optimal assortment and healthy stock
Ensure warehouse products are visible online with proper merchandising and best seller visibility
Coordinate repricing strategies for slow movers and Performance Steering Actions with Key Account Managers
Partner with internal teams to implement data-driven solutions and optimize processes for profitability and efficiency
Collaborate with management on project objectives, budgets, and timelines while continuously improving analytics processes
What We Are Looking For
Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, Finance, or related field (MSc is a plus)
Minimum 6-8 years of experience in top-tier consulting firms, e-commerce companies, investment banks, audit firms, or as a data/business analyst
Advanced proficiency in Power BI, SQL, Tableau, and other analytics software
Strong data analysis capabilities with ability to recognize patterns and trends in large datasets
Extremely structured, analytical, and organized with strong mathematical and critical thinking skills
Ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable insights and communicate them clearly
Strong risk assessment abilities and experience developing data-driven business strategies
Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to find simple solutions to complex problems
Exceptional presentation and communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders
Passion for e-commerce and its transformative economic impact
Resilient, autonomous, and results-driven with strong attention to detail.
We Offer
A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce sector
The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team
An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders.