Posted:Jun 5
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Internet
Description:
Shopit is a leading retailer of ICT Products in Kenya committed to becoming the most loved and trusted marketplace by offering superior shopping experience, rapid delivery, and stellar customer service. We bring the best in electronics, computers and more directly to you, from a company you can trust. We are unique in the world of retailing; a computer shop with the personal touch of your local retailer.. Established in 2011 by indigenous Kenyan professionals in Information and Communications technologies, ShopIT has within a short period established itself in the ICT market as a key provider of quality Information and Communications Technology (ICT) products both in public and private sectors. ShopIT enhances the effectiveness of ICT resources for your business growth by taking up world’s leading ICT products and developed strategic partners /relationships with principal equipment vendors that enable us deliver optimal ICT products and affordable prices. Whether you are a novice or a tech guru, you are sure to enjoy shopping at ShopIT. We work passionately to exceed your expectations every time.
Job Description
We are looking for a proactive impact-focused Industrial & Scientific Supplies Category Developer Intern to successfully propel ShopIt in ensuring a versatile and thriving Industrial & Scientific Supplies Products Category (Generators, Batteries, Solar, Tools, Safety, Chemicals, and Automotive) that emulates and complies with ShopIt Customer Expectations and company operations. To be successful as an Industrial & Scientific Supplies Category Developer at ShopIt you should be detail-oriented and adept in understanding consumer needs and the retail environment when it comes to Industrial & Scientific Products and complementary services. You must possess a commercial mindset fueled by integrity and have adequate comprehension of marketing and sales principles.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Industrial & Scientific Supplies Category Tree Development; Develop and implement category strategies and plans to achieve sales and profit targets in Industrial & Scientific Supplies.
- Monitoring and Adjusting Market Dynamics (Customer preferences, industry trends, emerging technologies, and relevant regulations).
- Industrial & Scientific Supplies products catalog and products content (Specifications); Manage Industrial & Scientific Supplies product assortment (planning, selection, and optimization).
- Conduct regular performance reviews of Industrial & Scientific Supplies product categories to ensure customer quality expectations and trends-conscious, monitoring competitor Industrial & Scientific products and pricing to identify opportunities and make informed decisions.
- Oversight of Industrial & Scientific Products’ pricing policy and its enforcement
- Developing exit strategies for unsuccessful Industrial & Scientific products and revitalizing dormant Industrial & Scientific products.
- Industrial & Scientific Products information and quality assurance; Devising long-term development strategies for Industrial & Scientific Supplies products category.
- Industrial & Scientific Supplies Competitors profile and pricing comparison Database Management
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Diploma in Industrial Equipment/Engineering, Industrial Chemicals, Marketing, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Computer Science, ICT, or a related field.
- Proven Experience in product(s) category development or related roles, with a proven track record of customer service and driving sales growth and profitability with Industrial & Scientific Products.
- Proficiency in using category management software and tools.
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication, management, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong customer service and customer care skills
- Experience in the IT, Retail, or e-Business industry is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment and proactively influence others.
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
Contact Information
Name: Kenyan Jobs