ABOUT THE COMPANY

Vivo's mission is to create economic opportunities in Africa through fashion. Our vision is to see Africa Dressing the World. Vivo was founded by Wandia Gichuru and Anne Marie Burugu in 2011. 12 years on, we are East Africa’s largest ladies fashion brand, designing and manufacturing 100% on the African continent. More importantly we aim to inspire a whole generation of African fashion entrepreneurs. We design and produce affordable, widely accessible and good quality clothing specifically for women of color and curvaceous women. Vivo products are stylish, colorful, fun and have good fit. Our customers love the fact that we see them through critical stages of their lives, and that our products make them look and feel great without sacrificing comfort or breaking the bank.

JOB SUMMARY

Key SkillsEvaluate both quantitative and qualitative data to reach informed conclusions.Ensure precise data sharing to prevent significant business impacts.Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, generate insights, and make data-driven decisionsApproach challenges with a proactive mindset.Excel in cross-functional teams, building trust and rapport quickly.Thrive in fast-paced environments, adjusting to evolving priorities.Energize efforts to achieve outcomes effectively.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Commerce, Economics , Fashion Merchandising or any other related field Strong Retail Math and Analytical skillsAbility to research and analyze large amounts of data.Knowledge of and experience working with ERPs, stock management systems including intermediate to advanced skills in Database management and Microsoft Excel.Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Looker or other visualization tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES

 Develop monthly buy plans by predicting customer demand based on historical data, market trends, and other relevant factors.Optimize inventory levels to meet customer needs while minimizing excess stock, ensuring timely product availability in stores and online.Ensure optimal stocking of retail outlets and online stores, maintaining a balanced product assortment across all locations.Create strategies to manage seasonal demand fluctuations, ensuring timely availability of seasonal products.Analyze sales data, market trends, and other metrics to identify patterns and inform decision-making for production.Collaborate with the buying/merchandising team to forecast demand and manage the introduction of new products, coordinating with production teams.Work with the buying team to understand product costs, margins, and market trends to set competitive prices that maximize profitability.Monitor inventory levels to identify overstock and understock situations, and implement markdowns and promotional strategies with the retail and marketing teams to clear excess inventory.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Reporting, Written communication, Ability to coordinate, Stock and inventory management

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree