About Taager
Taager is the first B2B startup focused on social sellers- Merchants. We are democratizing the social e-commerce space by enabling budding as well as seasoned entrepreneurs to sell online with no required capital, inventory, or operational experience. We have our Merchants covered from merchandising, warehousing, shipping, cash collection and customer service.
In 2019 we started as a team of 8 people, now we are over 350 employees across Egypt, KSA and the UAE. We serve more than 34K social e-commerce sellers from incredibly diverse backgrounds - from students earning a part-time income to highly ambitious digital marketing experts looking to become solo entrepreneurs. The sellers on our platform benefit from access to 2,500+ highly marketable products. Our people are driven by our mission and motivated by our desire to deliver the most seamless customer experience to the sellers on our platform. With a continuous focus on quality and execution, we are changing the social e-commerce landscape in the MENA region!
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower anyone to start and scale their e-commerce business.
Our Vision
We envision a world where everyone has the opportunity to sell online, make a living and even get rich in an easy and low-risk environment. A world where the magic of technology becomes accessible to the most talented of Merchants.
Why Taager?
You'll be working within an organization with diverse teams based in different countries around the globe (10 different nationalities).
You will be welcomed to our vibrant fast-paced office in New Maadi, Cairo.
We pay fair market rates and offer a comprehensive compensation package (Salary + Stock Options + Performance based Salary Increases), as we believe our employees should be compensated fairly for their talent and capabilities.
We invest in our people's growth and promote internal succession.
You will be working alongside talented, caring, and ambitious individuals. We're very intentional about our selection process so that we hire people who can help us become a vibrant and healthy work environment for everyone.
We offer a comprehensive medical insurance package.
Unique and profitable business mode
Taager is seeking a talented and experienced Consumables Category Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in driving category growth and profitability by leveraging market insights, building strategic partnerships, and implementing effective category management practices.
Job Overview:
- Fundraising Powerhouse:
- Develop compelling financial models and projections specifically tailored for venture capital and investor presentations.
- Analyze market data and trends to inform winning fundraising strategies for our company.
- Partner with the leadership team to prepare comprehensive due diligence materials.
- Interact directly with potential investors, addressing inquiries with insightful financial analysis.
- Strategic Architect:
- Collaborate with senior leadership to develop data-driven financial strategies aligned with our long-term vision.
- Build and maintain advanced financial models to support critical strategic decisions for the company's growth.
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis and provide actionable insights to drive fundraising success and overall expansion.
- Manage deal timelines and ensure all financial deliverables meet deadlines with exceptional quality.
- Startup Champion:
- Immerse yourself in the company's culture and become a champion for our mission.
- Utilize your financial expertise to directly impact the future of a groundbreaking company.
- Gain invaluable experience in the fast-paced world of startup finance.
What You Will Do:
Ownership of Tasks:
- Exhibit strong commitment to deadlines and effective time management.
- Manage team workload prioritization and ensure constant follow-up with tangible results.
- Collaborate with other departments to accurately complete tasks.
- Plan the monthly budget for the company, ensuring alignment with stakeholders and implementation by commercial and operations departments.
- Forecast the 3-year strategic plan for the company and manage the financial plan.
Controlling:
Budget Controlling: Oversee monthly company performance to ensure alignment with plans, identify areas for improvement, and take corrective actions if needed.
Financial Controlling: Collaborate with the accounting team for monthly closings, ensuring accurate provisions and correct accruals.
Cost Controlling: Monitor and control all costs, implementing new procedures to enhance unit economics and reduce monthly cash burn for improved cash runway.
- Analyze business performance, including SKUs and merchant profitability, conversion rates, and days on hand (DOH).
- Model and design financial models for new features and potential projects to assess financial feasibility and calculate ROI.
Investor Relations:
- Handle all investor requirements, such as reports and data, prepare pitch decks, and manage due diligence for potential investors.
Reporting:
- Perform accurate monthly internal and external reports on time.
- Manage a team of analysts and encourage continuous learning of new skills to enhance workflow efficiency.
What Will Make You Successful:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, CFA) are preferred.
- Proven 5-7 years of experience as an Investment Analyst, Financial Analyst, or FP&A Analyst.
- Strong knowledge of financial analysis techniques, investment principles, and portfolio management concepts.
- Proficiency in SQL, Power BI, spreadsheets, and financial modeling.
- Solid understanding of core accounting principles.
- Proficient in using financial software and tools, including PowerPoint and Excel.
- Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills, capable of conveying complex information to non-technical audiences.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- Strong attention to detail, making sound judgments based on thorough analysis.
- Strong work ethic, integrity, and commitment to confidentiality.
- Confidence to communicate openly, exchange feedback, and share ideas.
- A track record of exceeding expectations to achieve outstanding results.
- Experience in a high-growth, multi-currency/geography business with a mixed go-to-market motion.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, accountability, and self-motivation.
- Result-oriented with a personal drive to meet commitments.
