Jumia NI - Demand Planner Jobs in Nigeria

Jumia NI - Demand Planner Jobs in Nigeria

About Jumia:

Jumia is the leading pan-Africa e-commerce platform. Founded in 2012, Jumia’s mission is to improve the quality of everyday life in Africa by leveraging technology to deliver innovative, convenient and affordable online services to consumers, while helping businesses grow as they use our platform to reach and serve consumers.

Our platforms consist of our marketplace, which connects sellers with consumers, our logistics service, which enables the shipment and delivery of packages from sellers to consumers, and our payment service, which facilitates transactions among participants active on our platform in selected markets.

Through our online platforms, consumers can access a wide range of physical and digital goods and services, fashion, electronics, beauty products and also hotel and flight bookings or restaurant delivery.

With over 5,000 employees in more than 10 countries in Africa, Jumia is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by very high-profile shareholders.

Jumia is committed to creating sustainable impact for Africa. Jumia offers unique opportunities in a vibrant and booming environment, creating new jobs, new skills, and empowering a new generation.

Objective

The Demand Planner will have responsibility in ensuring that our company’s operations are timely, efficient, and cost-effective. S/he will assist in all demand planning duties including estimating future product demand, analyzing inventory flow, and developing forecast models.

The successful will be one who is highly analytical and possess very good communication skills. S/he successful will also have an in-depth knowledge of advanced mathematical and forecasting policies.

Responsibilities:

Develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns.

Support management with risk assessments and mitigation activities.

Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.

Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations

to management.

Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies.

Conduct monthly forecast maintenance.

Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or other relevant fields.

A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a demand planning/forecasting role.

Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures.

Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge.

Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

We Offer

A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment

A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African ecommerce sector

The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team

An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Jumia NI - Demand Planner Jobs in Nigeria

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