[Remote] Merchandising Specialist, Contract at Kojo

United States

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$50,000 – $80,000Compensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Construction Technology, E-commerce, Supply Chain ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have over 4 years of experience in merchandising, sourcing, e-commerce, or other customer-facing roles within a mechanical supplier or distributor, demonstrating deep product knowledge. Expertise in mechanical products and advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, or macros, are essential. The ability to balance speed and accuracy, deliver and receive feedback, and a track record of continuous improvement in customer experience are required. Experience correcting and improving e-commerce item descriptions and working with clients on custom items is also necessary. Familiarity with ERP, PIM, or procurement systems and basic SQL or BI tool experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Merchandising Specialist will revise the existing catalog structure to meet industry standards and refine a generics catalog to improve customer search, sourcing, and analytics. They will develop the product taxonomy to meet industry standards and unblock product development, and continuously adjust linked and related items to build improved procurement workflows. This role involves collaborating closely with Product, Design, and Engineering teams as a mechanical products expert and serving as the voice of the customer for mechanical product categorization and descriptions.

Skills

Mechanical Product Catalog

Distribution

Supply Chain

Excel

Data Accuracy

Searchability

SKU Management

Product Categorization

Data Analysis

Kojo

Procurement platform for construction industry

About Kojo

Kojo is a procurement platform tailored for the construction industry, focusing on helping trade and self-perform contractors manage their material needs effectively. The platform provides tools for real-time inventory tracking, price comparison, and order management, allowing contractors to have better control over their procurement processes. By integrating with other construction management tools like Procore, Kojo enhances its usability and efficiency for users. Unlike many competitors, Kojo operates on a subscription-based model, which ensures consistent revenue while delivering significant cost savings and productivity improvements for its clients. The company's goal is to streamline the construction procurement process, ultimately helping contractors save money, reduce waste, and improve labor productivity.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$81MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Company Equity

Risks

Rapid expansion into new sectors may stretch Kojo's resources, causing inefficiencies.

Kojo's subscription model may be vulnerable during economic downturns affecting construction budgets.

Scaling challenges may arise from rapid growth, impacting service quality and support.

Differentiation

Kojo consolidates procurement for contractors, enhancing visibility and control over materials.

The platform integrates with tools like Procore, streamlining construction management processes.

Kojo Prefab connects prefab shops to business operations, optimizing offsite construction.

Upsides

Kojo's expansion into prefabrication aligns with the growing trend of offsite construction.

The launch of Kojo AP meets the demand for digital financial solutions in construction.

New integrations with major electrical suppliers tap into the $130 billion U.S. market.

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