• Prepare weekly reports on stock movement, slow-moving items, fast-moving items, stockouts, and products nearing expiry.
• Analyse monthly sales performance by product, category, supplier, branch, and channel.
• Identify top-performing, underperforming, and non-moving products.
• Monitor inventory health, stock ageing, and expiry risks.
• Assist with demand forecasting and inventory planning.
• Develop and maintain dashboards using Excel and Power BI.
• Support management with commercial insights and recommendations.
• Conduct basic competitor pricing and product range analysis.
• Present findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.

• Degree or Diploma in Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics, Finance, Supply Chain, Economics, Commerce, or a related field.
• Strong Excel skills and numerical ability.
• Experience with Power BI is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Role Purpose

The Commercial Data & Inventory Analyst Intern will support the business by analyzing sales, inventory, and product performance data to help management make informed decisions. The role focuses on identifying trends, reducing stock risks, improving inventory efficiency, and supporting business growth through data-driven recommendations.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in retail, inventory management, and business analytics.
• Exposure to Power BI, ERP systems, and commercial decision-making.
• Mentorship from senior leadership.
• Opportunity for long-term career growth within Petzone.

Success in This Role

Within the first six months, you will be producing accurate weekly and monthly reports, identifying inventory opportunities and risks, and providing insights that help improve sales, stock availability, cash flow, and profitability.

• Visit assigned outlets according to approved route plans.
• Ensure Petzone products are well displayed, clean, visible, and correctly priced.
• Maintain attractive shelf displays and promotional materials.
• Monitor stock levels and report out-of-stock, slow-moving, and fast-moving products.
• Monitor expiry dates and highlight products requiring urgent action.
• Take and share display photos and outlet updates daily.
• Build strong relationships with store managers, buyers, and outlet staff.
• Support promotional campaigns and new product launches.
• Monitor competitor products, pricing, promotions, and shelf activity.
• Identify potential new retail outlets, pet stores, veterinary clinics, and other sales opportunities.
• Submit accurate and timely reports on outlet visits and market activities.

• Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, Retail Management, Animal Health, or a related field.
• Previous merchandising, sales, retail, or FMCG experience is an advantage.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-driven, organised, and able to work independently.
• Good reporting and basic computer skills.
• Valid motorcycle licence is an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel within assigned territories.

Career Growth

Successful candidates will have opportunities to progress into: Senior Merchandiser → Territory Sales Representative → Key Accounts Executive → Sales Supervisor → Regional Sales Manager.

Success in This Role

You will be successful if Petzone products are consistently available, highly visible, well presented, and growing in sales across your assigned outlets and territory.

Key KPIs Online Revenue Growth • Website Conversion Rate • Average Order Value • Repeat Customer Rate • Customer Satisfaction • Marketplace Growth • Order Fulfilment

3’5 years experience in E-Commerce, Retail Operations, Digital Commerce, or Customer Experience. Experience with Shopify or similar platforms. Strong analytical and reporting skills. Customer-focused with excellent communication skills. Organized, proactive, and commercially driven.

Advantageous

• Photography skills and graphic design experience.
• Experience managing social media accounts for brands.
• Knowledge of influencer marketing and social media analytics.
• Experience in paid social media advertising.

• Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in Veterinary Science, Animal Health, Agriculture, Sales, or Retail Management is an advantage.
• Previous retail, customer service, veterinary, or animal care experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for pets and animal welfare.
• Ability to work weekends and public holidays on a rotational basis.
• Basic computer literacy.

Career Growth

Successful candidates will have opportunities to progress into: Senior Sales Advisor → Branch Supervisor → Store Manager → Sales & Training Coordinator → Retail Operations Roles.

Success in This Role

You will be successful if customers leave the store feeling welcomed, informed, and confident in their purchases while helping Petzone achieve its sales, service, and operational goals.

Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reports
Manage accounting, payroll, payables, receivables, and treasury functions
Oversee inventory valuation, stock reconciliations, and financial controls
Monitor profitability by branch, category, and sales channel
Ensure statutory compliance, audits, tax filings, and regulatory requirements
Support business expansion through financial modelling and analysis
Manage banking, supplier, auditor, and stakeholder relationships
Provide commercial insights and recommendations to leadership

- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or related field - CPA(K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification - Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior finance role - Experience in retail, FMCG, distribution, or multi-branch operations preferred - Strong ERP, Excel, reporting, and financial analysis skills

Key Success Measures - Accurate and timely management accounts - Strong cash flow and working capital management - Inventory accuracy and control - Improved profitability and financial reporting - Successful audits and compliance outcomes This role offers a clear pathway to Finance Director as Petzone expands across Kenya and East Africa.