Supply Chain Development Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and acquire Kenyan manufacturers, brands, distributors, wholesalers, SMEs, and sellers.
• Build a strong local supplier database across priority categories.
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, commissions, supply arrangements, and promotional support.
• Support seller onboarding, documentation, account setup, product listing, and marketplace training.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales, Marketing, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in supplier acquisition, business development, procurement, marketplace operations, or key account management.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, brands, and SME supplier networks.
• Experience in e-commerce, retail, FMCG,
• Work closely with category, warehouse, logistics, and marketing teams to grow local seller performance. electronics, fashion, beauty, household goods, or general trade is preferred.
• Strong negotiation and commercial skills.
• Develop seller growth plans, including promotions, assortment expansion, and pricing improvements.
•  Prepare regular reports on seller acquisition, active seller growth, sales performance, and local sourcing progress.
• Excellent communication, networking, and relationship management ability.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to track seller performance, pricing, and category opportunities.