Vendor Manager - Tablets Category at Jumia

Responsibilities for the Vendor Manager Job

• Handling relationships with new and current suppliers
• Getting the weekly promotional material from the suppliers
• Negotiating costs and payment terms
• Getting new product releases as soon as the suppliers have them.
• Shortlisting and prioritizing key suppliers.
• Finding new suppliers and try to source and sell every product within your category.
• Monitoring stock levels and planning the purchasing policy well in advance.
• Having an accurate knowledge of competition: who they are, what prices they have and their products.
• Analyzing consumer buying behavior and predicting future trends
• Producing Monthly reports.
• Liaising with various teams within the organization to ensure a smooth flow of operations.

Vendor Manager Job Qualifications

• Degree/ Diploma in Business/ Commerce Purchasing and supplies.
• 2 years and above work experience sourcing and handling suppliers
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent Knowledge of the Tablets Category is a plus
• Exceptional analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, Entrepreneurial and proven ability to deliver exceptional results.
• Strong experience / background in Finance, Supply Chain processes and ERP systems