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Full-Time

Merchandising Manager

Posted on 7/13/2024

Kojo

Kojo

51-200 employees

Procurement platform for construction industry

Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$85k - $120kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Mid

Remote in USA

Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
Product Design
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 4+ years working for an electrical supplier or distributor in merchandising, sourcing, ecommerce, or other customer-facing roles requiring deep product knowledge
  • Expert knowledge of electrical products
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to deliver and receive feedback, track record of continuous improvement efforts in support of the customer experience
Responsibilities
  • Revising existing catalog structure to meet industry standards
  • Refining an electrical products generics catalog to improve customer search, sourcing, and analytics
  • Developing taxonomy to meet industry standards and unblock product development
  • Continuously adjusting linked and related items to build out improved procurement workflows
  • Collaborating closely with Product, Design, and Engineering as an electrical products expert

Kojo is a procurement platform tailored for the construction industry, aimed at helping trade and self-perform contractors manage their material needs effectively. The platform provides a materials management system that allows contractors to track inventory in real-time, compare prices, and manage orders, which helps them save on material costs and reduce waste. Unlike many competitors, Kojo integrates seamlessly with other construction management tools like Procore, enhancing its usability for clients. The company operates on a subscription-based model, where contractors pay a recurring fee to access its features, ensuring consistent revenue while delivering value through improved operational efficiency. Kojo's goal is to transform the construction procurement process, enabling contractors to make informed purchasing decisions and boost productivity.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$122.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

14%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

52%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Kojo's rapid growth, evidenced by a 760% year-over-year increase in ARR, indicates strong market demand and potential for career growth.
  • The recent $33 million funding round led by Tiger Global provides financial stability and resources for further innovation and expansion.
  • New product launches like Kojo AP and Automated Invoice Matching demonstrate the company's commitment to continuous improvement and addressing customer needs.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive construction technology market requires Kojo to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Dependence on the construction industry makes Kojo vulnerable to economic downturns in that sector.

What makes Kojo unique

  • Kojo's focus on the construction industry allows it to tailor its procurement platform specifically to the needs of contractors, unlike more generalized procurement solutions.
  • The integration with other construction management tools like Procore enhances its functionality and makes it easier for users to manage their materials efficiently.
  • Kojo's recent expansion into mechanical contracting and new integrations with top electrical suppliers further differentiate it from competitors.
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