Job Vacancies @ Jumia Nigeria – 6 Positions

Jumia is Africa's leading internet group, with already over 3,000 employees in more than 20 African countries and huge successes such as Jumia, Jumia Travel, Jumia Food, Jumia Deals, Jumia House, Jumia Jobs and Jumia Services. It is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by MTN, Millicom, Rocket Internet, Axa, Orange, Goldman Sachs & CdC.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Onsite Merchandiser
2.) Key Account Manager (Chinese Speaking)
3.) Key Account Manager, Advertising
4.) Transport Dispatch Team Lead
5.) Senior Key Account Manager
6.) Key Account Manager

Job Title: Onsite Merchandiser

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full Time

Job Description

• We are looking for an Onsite Merchandiser to manage website content, upload visual assets, and optimize our online catalog.
• You'll work with designers and use data insights to enhance the customer experience on our platform.

What You Will Be Doing

• Brief designers on visual assets to be uploaded to the website
• Upload approved designs and manage onsite content
• Create and update catalog pages using our Content Management System (CMS)
• Build and maintain static pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Analyze data from Google Sheets to create and distribute reports.

Requirements
What We Are Looking For:

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (required)
• Advanced knowledge of Google Sheets (required)
• Experience with Content Management Systems (Drupal, WordPress, Joomla, or similar)
• Graphic design skills (not required but a plus)
• Must have completed NYSC.

We Offer

• A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
• A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce 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.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Key Account Manager (Chinese Speaking)

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full Time

Job Objective

• As a Senior Key Account Manager, you will have end-to-end responsibility for the customer experience and growth of the key vendors assigned to you.
• You will play a critical role in bringing in relevant assortment, designing targeted promotions, and managing key vendors in our marketplace—including direct communication and relationship management with Chinese supplier partners.

What you will be doing

• Directly manage partner relationships and execute smart partnerships, overseeing negotiation to execution.
• Interface directly with Chinese vendors: manage relationships, negotiate terms, and ensure effective communication between Jumia and our Chinese supplier partners.
• Lead project implementation analysis and translate it into actionable tasks to ensure continuous improvement.
• Ensure continuous growth of our existing business by owning pricing and promotions strategy, working with marketing teams to improve product content and visibility, and managing stock availability by coordinating teams across the business to bring the product to the customer.
• Manage complete sales performance of the Mid and Long-Tail Categories, vendor and merchant management, and monitor sales strategies to increase the Business Unit’s Net Margin Position (NMP) and Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV).
• Drive customer acquisition through value offering and sales campaign management.
• Create and present strategic insights for the Business Unit to gain alignment on major initiatives at multiple levels of the organization.
• Analyze and present post-promotion analysis for retail and marketplace, quantifying impact to brand and category.
• Define and optimize curation/assortment selection strategy for your portfolio, ensuring relevance of selection/styling to optimize revenues and sales velocity.
• Support product and content creation process to increase live assortment.
• Plan and maintain constant stock availability.
• Identify broader trends and fill category gaps.
• Build weekly marketing plans, contributing to decisions on which products/subcategories will be promoted on the website and through all marketing channels (off- and on-platform).
• Develop strong analytics to evaluate daily/weekly/monthly performance and optimize further marketing, pricing, and product selection.

What we are looking for 

• Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) required—must be able to communicate professionally (written and spoken) with Chinese vendors and partners.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in account management, sales or vendor relations.
• Ability to prioritize key accounts.
• Process improvement management.
• Good understanding of P&L and cash-flow management.
• Skilled negotiation and value-based selling.
• Experience negotiating bulk discounts, MOQs, and credit terms.
• Experience building partnerships with strategic OEMs.
• Owner mentality and entrepreneurial drive.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Problem solver, results-driven, and creative thinker.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work to deadlines and targets, with strong prioritization under pressure.
• Tenacity to develop ideas independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Company and customer expertise.
• Strategic perspective.

We Offer

• A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
• A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce 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

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Key Account Manager, Advertising

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full Time

Job Description

• As Key Account Manager, Advertising, you will serve as the primary liaison between our key account clients and internal teams, driving revenue growth through strategic advertising campaigns.

What you will be doing

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Key Account Managers and clients for all matters related to Jumia Advertising Solutions (JAS)
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with both internal KAMs and key clients to ensure continuous, recurring, and growing advertising business
• Lead end-to-end campaign planning for key accounts, including receiving briefs from KAMs/clients, developing campaign strategies, and negotiating campaign terms and budgets
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Ad Operations, Creative, Analytics, Sales) to plan, execute, and report on campaigns in a timely and effective manner
• Drive campaign performance by monitoring and optimizing key KPIs through daily campaign management and regular alignment with Ad Ops, KAMs, and clients
• Analyze campaign data and provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve campaign effectiveness and client satisfaction
• Prepare comprehensive campaign reports and performance presentations for clients and internal stakeholders
• Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities within existing key accounts to maximize advertising revenue
• Stay updated on digital advertising trends, platform updates, and industry best practices to provide strategic guidance to clients

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, Commerce, or related field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in digital advertising, account management, or online marketing
• 6-8 years of proven experience managing multi-channel online marketing campaigns with strong understanding of marketing KPIs and campaign budget management
• Deep understanding of digital advertising platforms, ad formats, and performance metrics (CPM, CPC, CTR, ROAS, etc.)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with large datasets from multiple sources and translate data into actionable insights
• Excellent relationship management skills with experience working across multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Brand DNA sensitivity and understanding of brand positioning.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools
• Experience in e-commerce or marketplace advertising is a strong advantage

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Transport Dispatch Team Lead

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full Time

Responsibilities
What you will be doing:

• Dispatch Operations: Oversee daily dispatch activities, including vehicle allocation, route planning, and load optimization to maximize fleet efficiency and minimize delays.
• Route & Schedule Management: Utilize Jumia's logistics systems (e.g., TMS - Transport Management System) to create and adjust dynamic routes, ensuring alignment with real-time demand, traffic conditions, and delivery SLAs.
• Performance Monitoring: Track key metrics such as on-time delivery rates, fuel efficiency, vehicle utilization, and dispatch turnaround time; implement continuous improvements using data analytics.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate with warehouse teams, drivers, third-party logistics partners, and customer service to resolve escalations, handle exceptions, and enhance overall supply chain visibility.
• Process Optimization: Identify bottlenecks in dispatch workflows, recommend, implement, and contribute to cost-saving initiatives.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare weekly/monthly reports on dispatch performance, highlighting trends, variances, and actionable insights for senior management.

Requirements
What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or dispatch operations
• Proficiency in Transport Management Systems (TMS), route optimization software, and basic Excel/data analysis tools
• Strong team management skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders and communicate effectively at all organizational levels
• Data-driven approach to problem-solving with experience in KPI tracking, performance analysis, and process improvement
• Understanding of supply chain operations, last-mile delivery challenges, and e-commerce logistics requirements
• Must have completed NYSC or possess a valid exemption letter.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Senior Key Account Manager

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full Time

Job Objective

• As Senior Key Account Manager, you will lead the strategic development and performance of our most critical vendor partnerships, driving significant revenue growth and marketplace excellence.
• You will own the end-to-end customer experience for high-value accounts, develop innovative commercial strategies, and mentor junior team members.

What you will be doing 

• Lead and manage strategic partner relationships from negotiation to execution, ensuring smart partnerships that drive mutual growth and business value
• Drive continuous business growth by owning pricing and promotions strategy, collaborating with marketing teams to enhance product content and visibility, and ensuring stock availability through cross-functional coordination
• Manage complete sales performance of assigned categories and vendors, monitoring and implementing sales strategies to increase Net Margin Position (NMP) and Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV)
• Lead project implementation analysis and translate insights into actionable tasks to ensure continuous improvement across operations
• Drive customer acquisition through value offerings, sales campaign management, and strategic promotional initiatives
• Create and present strategic insights and business recommendations to gain alignment on major initiatives across multiple organizational levels
• Analyze and present post-promotion performance reports for retail and marketplace, quantifying impact on brand and category performance
• Define and optimize curation and assortment selection strategy for your portfolio, ensuring relevance to maximize revenues and sales velocity
• Support product and content creation processes to expand live assortment and improve product presentation
• Plan and maintain optimal stock availability across all product lines through effective coordination with supply chain teams
• Identify market trends and consumer insights to fill category gaps and capitalize on emerging opportunities
• Build and execute weekly marketing plans, determining product and subcategory promotions across website and all marketing channels (on-platform and off-platform)
• Develop robust analytics to evaluate daily, weekly, and monthly performance metrics and optimize marketing, pricing, and product selection strategies
• Oversee Mid and Long-Tail category performance, implementing strategies to improve vendor engagement and sales outcomes.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or relevant advanced degree is an advantage
• 6 - 8 years of progressive experience in key account management, category management, or commercial roles within e-commerce, retail, or marketplace environments
• Proven track record of managing high-value accounts and delivering significant revenue growth
• Strong P&L ownership experience with demonstrated ability to drive profitability improvements
• Advanced analytical skills with expertise in business intelligence tools and data-driven decision making
• Strategic thinker with ability to translate market insights into actionable business strategies
• Expert negotiation skills with experience closing complex, high-stakes commercial agreements
• Established network within relevant industry verticals and proven ability to build C-level relationships
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience mentoring and developing team members
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Deep understanding of e-commerce marketplace dynamics, digital marketing, and customer journey optimization
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas), PowerPoint, and BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.)
• Entrepreneurial mindset with demonstrated ability to drive initiatives from concept to execution
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced environments while managing multiple complex projects
• Strategic planning and business development expertise
• Change management and process optimization experience.

We Offer

• A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
• A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce 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.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Key Account Manager

Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full Time

Job Objective

• As Key Account Manager, you will have end-to-end responsibility for the customer experience and growth of assigned key vendors.
• Your role is to drive assortment strategy, design targeted promotions, and manage key vendors in our marketplace through constant collaboration with Commercial Operations, Vendor Experience, and Marketing teams.

What you will be doing 

• Drive continuous business growth by owning pricing and promotions strategy, collaborating with marketing teams to enhance product content and visibility, and ensuring stock availability through cross-functional coordination
• Manage complete sales performance of assigned categories and vendors, monitoring and implementing sales strategies to increase Net Margin Position (NMP) and Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV)
• Drive customer acquisition through value offerings, sales campaign management, and strategic promotional initiatives
• Create and present strategic insights and business recommendations to gain alignment on major initiatives across multiple organizational levels
• Analyze and present post-promotion performance reports for retail and marketplace, quantifying impact on brand and category performance
• Define and optimize curation and assortment selection strategy for your portfolio, ensuring relevance to maximize revenues and sales velocity
• Support product and content creation processes to expand live assortment
• Plan and maintain optimal stock availability across all product lines
• Identify market trends and consumer insights to fill category gaps and capitalize on emerging opportunities
• Build and execute weekly marketing plans, determining product and subcategory promotions across website and all marketing channels (newsletters, social media, etc.)
• Develop robust analytics to evaluate daily, weekly, and monthly performance metrics and optimize marketing, pricing, and product selection strategies.

What we are looking for

• 4 - 5 years of experience in key account management, category management, or e-commerce/retail operations
• Strong ability to prioritize and manage key accounts strategically
• Proven experience in process improvement and operational excellence
• Solid understanding of P&L management and cash-flow dynamics
• Skilled in negotiation, value-based selling, and vendor relationship management
• Demonstrated experience negotiating bulk discounts, MOQs, and credit terms with vendors
• Track record of building strategic partnerships with OEMs and key suppliers
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong ownership mentality
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and data analysis tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong presentation abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines under pressure
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute ideas independently in a fast-paced environment
• Deep understanding of e-commerce dynamics and customer behavior.

We Offer

• A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
• A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce 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.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online