Job Title: Private Label Assistant Manager
LOCATION: Nairobi
Our client, in the retail Industry is looking to fill the position of a Private Label Assistant Manager
JOB PURPOSE
The Private Label Assistant Manager is responsible and accountable for driving the Private Label range across Departments and Territories within MAF Retail.
The role holder is expected to support the Private label manager in setting the global Private Label commercial strategy and its local adaptation in the territories; propose an adapted Private Label range to the territories in a timely manner to fit local customer needs with best purchase conditions, ensuring all financial KPIs are met.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Private Label Product Development
- Ensure Private Label items meet local sales targets and profit goals
- Guarantee the respect of deadlines during Private Label development process by coordinating with PL Brand Managers, Suppliers and Quality teams to secure item planned launch dates
- Ensure the proper integration of the Private Label items within the International Merchandising function strategy
- Validate development plan prioritization to maximize resources and sales potential
Coordination with Internal Stakeholders
- Ensure and support all internal stakeholders across territories (development plans, strategy definition, etc.)
- Ensure the marketing of Private Label items is matching Brand standards and supporting the Financial KPIs achievement
- Coordinate internally to improve logistic flows, product availability, marketing and product display
Policies and Procedures
- Support the development and implementation of relevant policies and procedures
- Develop and implement a procedure for record keeping to support the organization’s goals
- Ensure Private Label items are complying with policies related to MAF Retail, Private Label and regulation
EDUCATION QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Marketing
- Leadership skills with a strong ability to manage a multicultural team on site and remotely
- Strong planning and organization skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong business communication and presentation skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel Suite
- English (Full professional proficiency – Required)
- Arabic is a plus
Minimum Required Experience:
- 3+ years of experience in a similar role
- 3 years in Retail
How to Apply
To apply send your CV to recruit@flexi-personnel.com by 6th May 2022.
Indicating Private Label Assistant Manager on the email subject.
NB: Flexi Personnel does not charge candidates for job placement.