Category Buyer at Paykobo.com

At Paykobo.com, we are committed to a set of core values that not only define who we are, but also serve as guideposts to help us become the Company we would like to be: Transparency, Continuous Learning and Commitment. We are focused on two factors that have brought us 17 years of success & excellence: Delivering value all the time and Investing in Paykobers!

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Category Buyer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

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.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.