Jumia is part of Africa Internet Group, a leading global incubator of startups specialised in e-commerce. Africa Internet Group is Africa’s leading internet firm, with already over 3,000 employees in over 20 African countries and huge successes such as Jumia.com, Kaymu.com, Hellofood.com, Lamudi.com, Carmudi.com and Jovago.com. It is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by MTN, Millicom and Rocket Internet.
Africa is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, offering excellent opportunities in a vibrant and booming environment. Its economic growth has enabled innovative businesses to flourish and this is where Africa Internet Group steps in.
We are currently looking for a talented individual to join our team and embark on an exciting journey under our production department.
Job Description
“Hunting” for new fashion suppliers
Shortlisting and prioritizing key suppliers
Analyzing customer buying patterns and predicting future trends
Meeting suppliers and negotiating terms of contract
Maintaining relationships with existing suppliers
Attending fashion related trade fairs/events to source new products/ suppliers
Seeking feedback from customers regarding products
Qualifications
You have a diploma/ degree in Fashion & Design/ Procurement or Sales and Marketing
A passion for fashion and preferably having worked with a fashion entity
You have a minimum of 1 year experience in sourcing (hunting), sales and marketing
You are fluent in both written and spoken English.
Available immediately
Additional Information
A unique education in scaling new internet concepts
Become part of a highly professional and dynamic team working around the world
An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders for our future internet ventures
How to Apply
If you want to join some of the fastest growing companies in the world, please send your resume to the following addresses, by specifying the position on the e-mail subject, to the following contacts :
joinus-kenya@jumia.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Join the journey!