About the Organisation

Jumia Uganda, established in 2014, is Uganda’s leading e-commerce platform, connecting customers with a wide range of products, from electronics and fashion to home goods. As part of the Jumia Group, the company is recognized for its user-friendly online shopping experience and rapid delivery services, driving the growth of e-commerce in Uganda.

Jumia Uganda fosters a dynamic work culture that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence, offering employees opportunities for professional growth in the e-commerce sector.

Committed to corporate social responsibility, Jumia Uganda supports local communities and promotes digital literacy, guided by its core values of integrity, customer satisfaction, and innovation. For more information, visit www.jumia.ug.

Job Summary

The Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Jumia Uganda will lead the identification of new business opportunities and manage marketing initiatives, providing strategic guidance to senior management based on market trends and conditions. This entrepreneurial leadership role, part of the Uganda E-commerce Executive Committee, focuses on driving profitable and sustainable business growth through creative strategy and strong organizational skills.

Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities

Develop the department’s commercial strategy, including sales targets, priority categories/sectors, key suppliers, and onboarding goals
Negotiate partnerships, contracts, and service level agreements with key vendors and suppliers
Execute major commercial events seamlessly
Oversee a large team, including Vendor Success, Heads of Category, Commercial Planning, and Category Management, with shared reporting responsibilities
Recruit high-caliber talent to strengthen the team
Ensure regular, high-quality team reporting on actions and results

Qualifications, Education, and Competencies

Over 4 years of experience in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), tier-1 retail groups, or leading banking/consultancy firms
Over 8 years of expertise in sales, supply chain management, and business, with a deep understanding of e-commerce best practices, particularly in developing countries
Proficiency in relationship management tools
Strong leadership and people skills to inspire and align teams with strategic decisions
Ability to manage multiple teams effectively
Hands-on approach with enthusiasm for tackling challenges independently
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in numerical analysis
Excellent communication skills in English

What We Offer

A unique experience in a structured yet entrepreneurial environment
An unparalleled opportunity to impact the growth of the African e-commerce sector
The chance to join a highly professional and dynamic team
Long-term development of future leaders for unprecedented personal and professional growth