Commercial Manager – Retail B2B Job Wasoko
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Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function in Kenya — covering supplier strategy, portfolio growth, and full management of the commercial team. The successful candidate must deeply understand the general trade landscape, maintain strong relationships with Kenya’s top suppliers, and demonstrate exceptional ability in structuring and executing Joint Business Plans (JBPs). This role carries full responsibility for commercial performance, margin delivery, supplier partnerships, and development of the team.
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Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong expertise in Commercial Management and Business Planning
- Supplier Strategy & Relationship Management
- Solid Analytical Skills for data-driven decision-making and strategic insights
- Experience in Team Management, including leadership and team development
- Proficiency in Contract Management, including negotiating and managing agreements
- Category & Portfolio Management
- Strong market Intelligence & Retail Insight
- Proven ability to drive business growth in a retail or B2B environment
- Experience in emerging markets, particularly in Africa, is an advantage
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- 7–10+ years’ commercial experience in FMCG, B2B distribution, or retail-tech.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
- Deep understanding of Kenya’s general trade environment.
- Strong relationships with top FMCG and commodity suppliers in Kenya.
- Proven track record building and implementing JBPs.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Experience leading high-performance commercial teams.
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How to Apply
Applications to be sent to: hr.kenya@wasoko.com
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