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Head of Product – Locks & Ironmongery
CountyMombasaCityMombasaContractFull TimePosted2026-08-07Close dateNot specifiedExperience5 yearsSourceBrighterMonday KenyaSalaryKES 250,000 – 275,000 NET (Negotiable with the right candidate)
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MSVL Group is hiring a Head of Product – Locks & Ironmongery in Mombasa to lead strategy, category growth, and commercial performance for the locks and ironmongery portfolio. The role involves product lifecycle management, supplier negotiations, inventory planning, and cross-functional leadership. Salary is KES 250,000–275,000 NET, with immediate joining.
- Senior product leadership role in locks and ironmongery category
- Salary KES 250,000–275,000 NET, negotiable with the right candidate
- Immediate joining and full-time, 8 to 5 working hours
- Requires 5+ years in product/category management in hardware or building materials
- Based in Mombasa and open to Kenyan locals
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Original source description
- Head of Product – Locks & Ironmongery
- MSVL Group
- Management & Business Development
- 1 week ago
- Easy apply
- New
- Mombasa
- Full Time
- Manufacturing & Warehousing
- Confidential
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- Job summary
- We are urgently seeking The Head of Product – Locks & Iron monger who will be responsible for leading the strategic development, management, and growth of the Locks & Ironmongery product category.
- Min Qualification:
- Bachelors
Experience
- Level:
- Mid level
- Length:
- 5 years
- Language Requirement:
- English
- Working Hours:
- Full Time - 8 to 5
- Applicant
- Location:
- Kenya
- Job descriptions &
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Professional qualifications in Product Management, Procurement, or Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of five (5) years'
- in Product Management, Category Management, or Business Development within the hardware, locks, ironmongery, construction, or building materials industry.
- Proven
- managing supplier relationships and leading commercial negotiations.
- Demonstrated success in driving product profitability and category growth.
- in inventory planning and demand forecasting is highly desirable.
- Key
- using ERP systems and inventory management software is an advantage.
- Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and category management principles.
- Strategic and commercial thinking.
- Leadership and people management.
- Negotiation and influencing skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Customer focus and market orientation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Results-oriented with sound decision-making ability.
- Planning, organization, and execution excellence.
- High level of integrity and accountability.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Achievement of sales revenue and gross profit targets.
- Growth and profitability of the Locks & Ironmongery product portfolio.
- Product availability and inventory turnover.
- Supplier performance, cost optimization, and contract effectiveness.
- Successful introduction and performance of new products.
- Customer satisfaction and retention.
- Market share growth within the Locks & Ironmongery category.
- Reduction in obsolete and slow-moving inventory.
- Accuracy of forecasting and inventory planning.
- Timely submission of product performance and market analysis reports.
- Customer Service
- If you meet the requirements, please send your cv to careers@msvlgroup.com
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Requirements
- Head of Product – Locks & Ironmongery
- Location:
- Mombasa
- Industry:
- Building & Hardware/ Sanitary ware & Bathrooms/ Wood & Finishes/ Utilities & Systems
- Nationality:
- Kenyan locals
- Salary
- : 250,000 – 275,000 NET (Negotiable with the right candidate)
- Joining
- :
- Immediate
- Job Summary
- The role focuses on driving sales and profitability, optimizing product performance, strengthening supplier partnerships, and ensuring the business maintains a competitive market position through effective product management and commercial leadership.
- Qualifications &
Responsibilities
- Product Strategy & category
- Develop and execute product and category strategies that achieve sales, market share, and profitability objectives.
- Manage the complete product lifecycle, including product sourcing, range development, pricing, product rationalization, and discontinuation.
- Identify market trends, customer needs, competitor activities, and emerging product opportunities to maintain a competitive product portfolio.
- Drive innovation through the introduction of new products and enhancement of existing product lines.
- Commercial & Supplier Management
- Develop and maintain strong strategic relationships with local and international suppliers.
- Lead commercial negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favorable payment terms, rebates, and supply agreements.
- Monitor supplier performance, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
- Inventory & Supply Chain Management
- Collaborate with Purchasing and Supply Chain teams to ensure optimum stock availability and inventory planning.
- Monitor inventory levels to maximize stock turnover while minimizing excess inventory, stock-outs, and obsolete stock.
- Support forecasting and demand planning activities to align inventory with business requirements.
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, Finance, and Operations to ensure successful product launches and effective market penetration.
- Provide technical product knowledge, training, and ongoing support to internal teams and customers.
- Support the sales team with product positioning, pricing strategies, and customer solutions.
- Performance Management & Reporting
- Monitor product sales, margins, profitability, and overall category performance.
- Analyze sales trends and recommend corrective actions to improve business performance.
- Prepare regular management reports covering product performance, market developments, supplier performance, and competitor analysis.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and relevant industry regulations.
- Technical Skills & Key Competencies
- Strong commercial and financial acumen.
- Excellent analytical and strategic planning skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel.
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