About Shopit
ShopIt is a leading one-stop shop retailer for all of
your information technology and computer needs in Nairobi, Kenya. Our store
deals with new, high quality and affordable Computers, Servers, Laptops,
Tablets, Networking products, TVs, Digital Cameras, Electronics, Projectors,
Software and much more. We are committed to becoming the most loved and trusted
marketplace by offering superior shopping experience, rapid delivery, and
stellar customer service. We are unique in the world of retailing as our service
is sure and absolute Trust; A true local retailer.
Role Description
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 (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
have excellent product knowledge, detail-oriented, and adept in understanding
technical 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 Merchandising;
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, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven Experience in product(s) category merchandising or
related roles, with a proven track record of technical customer
service and driving sales growth and profitability with Industrial &
Scientific Products.
- 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 Industrial and Scientific industry with IT,
Retail, or e-Business industry is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced
team environment and proactively influence others.
- Interest/Passion in Industrial and Scientific Products and
Equipment.
How To Apply
