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Market Research & Business Development Contractor

Coveted Human Resource Services Ltd Nairobi Contract Posted 2026-08-29
CountyNairobiCityNairobiContractContractPosted2026-08-29Close dateNot specifiedExperienceNot specifiedSourceBrighterMonday Kenya
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A Nairobi-based project contractor role to conduct physical and digital market research ahead of a T-shirt range launch. The contractor will map retail, wholesale and import channels, identify potential wholesale buyers, and build a verified buyer database. The engagement is for an initial four weeks with possible extension, and no direct sales closing is required.

  • Project-based contract, initial 4 weeks with possible extension
  • Nairobi-based role with physical market visits and outbound research
  • Focus on T-shirt market research and wholesale buyer pipeline
  • No direct sales closing required
  • Immediate start

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  • PreferredPractical evidence in sales, retail, ResearchThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
  • RequiredAvailability to work in NairobiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Market Research & Business Development Contractor

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Job summary

We are looking for a Nairobi-based contractor to conduct market research and business development research ahead of the launch of a T-shirt range in Nairobi. The role will involve researching the current T-shirt market, identifying key retail and wholesale channels, and developing a verified database/pipeline of potential wholesale buyers.

Language Requirement:

English

Working Hours:

Full Time - 8 to 5

Applicant

Location:

Kenya

Job descriptions &

Requirements

  • Job Title
  • : Market Research & Business Development Contractor
  • Location
  • : Nairobi
  • Engagement
  • : Project/Task-Based Contract
  • Initial Duration
  • : 4 Weeks, with possible extension based on performance
  • Start Date
  • : Immediate
  • Key
  • Based in Nairobi.
  • Fluent in English with conversational Kiswahili.
  • Comfortable conducting physical store visits and outbound calls/LinkedIn research.
  • Own smartphone with geotagging capability.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct physical market research across Nairobi's key retail, wholesale and import channels.
  • Visit malls, retail outlets, hospitality boutiques, corporate/promotional printers, wholesalers and importers.
  • Document products currently available in the market and relevant market information.
  • Conduct outbound calls and LinkedIn outreach to identify potential business customers.
  • Identify potential wholesale buyers across hospitality, corporate/promotional, retail, institutional and e-commerce sectors.
  • Build and maintain a verified database of prospective buyers and relevant contact information.
  • Provide clear findings and market insights from the research conducted.
  • No direct sales closing is required.

Experience

  • in retail, textiles, B2B sales or market research is an advantage but not mandatory.
  • Good research, communication and reporting skills.
  • Able to work independently and deliver within agreed timelines.
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