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Commercial Category Analyst at Jumia Nigeria

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience 6 – 8 years
  • Location Lagos
  • Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development&nbsp

Commercial Category Analyst at Jumia Nigeria

Commercial Category Analyst

  • We are looking for a Senior Commercial Analyst with strong revenue management and category optimization capabilities. The ideal candidate will combine analytical expertise with revenue optimization skills to monitor P&L performance, develop actionable insights, and accelerate growth through strategic initiatives. You will take ownership of our data ecosystem while simultaneously managing revenue streams, inventory optimization, and Value-Added Services development.

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Monitor Gross Profit P&L performance vs budget and build analysis across all categories leading to action-oriented recommendations
  • Improve GP2 by optimizing seller/customer passthrough and adapting commission matrix for price leadership
  • Reconcile Marketing Contribution and ensure all revenue streams are accurately booked and implemented
  • Collect, clean, and analyze raw data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies
  • Manage master data integrity and provide quality assurance of imported data
  • Create compelling reports and presentations that communicate findings and influence business decisions
  • Develop and accelerate adoption of Value-Added Services (VAS) including product value propositions and market strategies
  • Design action plans for Key Account Managers and ensure seller subscription to visibility services
  • Manage inventory through POs (Retail) and COs (Consignment) ensuring optimal assortment and healthy stock
  • Ensure warehouse products are visible online with proper merchandising and best seller visibility
  • Coordinate repricing strategies for slow movers and Performance Steering Actions with Key Account Managers
  • Partner with internal teams to implement data-driven solutions and optimize processes for profitability and efficiency
  • Collaborate with management on project objectives, budgets, and timelines while continuously improving analytics processes

What We Are Looking For:

  • Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, Finance, or related field (MSc is a plus)
  • Minimum 6-8 years of experience in top-tier consulting firms, e-commerce companies, investment banks, audit firms, or as a data/business analyst
  • Advanced proficiency in Power BI, SQL, Tableau, and other analytics software
  • Strong data analysis capabilities with ability to recognize patterns and trends in large datasets
  • Extremely structured, analytical, and organized with strong mathematical and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable insights and communicate them clearly
  • Strong risk assessment abilities and experience developing data-driven business strategies
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to find simple solutions to complex problems
  • Exceptional presentation and communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders
  • Passion for e-commerce and its transformative economic impact
  • Resilient, autonomous, and results-driven with strong attention to detail

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Jumia Nigeria on job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io to apply

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