ROLE DESCRIPTION

Working Conditions: Full-Time and On-Site Nairobi, Kenya

Positions Available: 1

We are looking for a proactive impact-focused Industrial & Scientific Supplies Category Merchandiser Intern to successfully propel ShopIt in ensuring a versatile and thriving Industrial & Scientific Supplies Products Category - https://shopit.co.ke/industrial-and-scientific-supplies/ - (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 Merchandiser 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

1. Industrial & Scientific Supplies Category Tree Development (Merchandising); Develop and implement category strategies and plans to achieve sales and profit targets in Industrial & Scientific Supplies.
2. Monitoring and Adjusting Market Dynamics (Customer preferences, industry trends, emerging technologies, and relevant regulations).
3. Industrial & Scientific Supplies products catalog and products content (Specifications); Manage Industrial & Scientific Supplies product assortment (planning, selection, and optimization).
4. 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.
5. Oversight of Industrial & Scientific Products’ pricing policy and its enforcement
6. Developing exit strategies for unsuccessful Industrial & Scientific products and revitalizing dormant Industrial & Scientific products.
7. Industrial & Scientific Products information and quality assurance; Devising long-term development strategies for Industrial & Scientific Supplies products category.
8. Industrial & Scientific Supplies Competitors profile and pricing comparison Database Management

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Diploma in Industrial Equipment/Engineering, Industrial Chemicals, Marketing, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Computer Science, ICT, or a related field.
2. Proven Experience in product(s) category merchandising or related roles, with a proven track record of customer service and driving sales growth and profitability with Industrial & Scientific Products.
3. Proficiency in using category management software and tools.
4. Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
5. Strong communication, management, and decision-making skills.
6. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
7. Strong customer service and  customer care skills
8. Experience in the IT, Retail, or e-Business industry is a plus
9. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment and proactively influence others.

Due to the large number of applications we shall only contact Shortlisted candidates.