Tanzania-Based Fashion Market Research & Sales

Job Title:
Tanzania-Based Sales & Market Research Agent (Fashion/Apparel – Lingerie) | 3–6 Month Project

Job Overview:
We are an established Indian apparel brand (10+ years) expanding into the Tanzania market. We are looking for a local sales & market research agent based in Tanzania to help us understand the market, build distribution, and drive initial sales.
This is a 3–6 month project, with the potential to convert into a long-term/full-time role based on performance and business growth.

Key Responsibilities / Deliverables:

1. Market Research & Insights
Identify key cities, retail hubs, and sales channels (offline + online)
Analyze pricing benchmarks, competitor brands, and product positioning
Share insights on customer preferences, sizing trends, and buying behavior
Provide weekly reports with actionable insights

2. Retail & Distribution Outreach
Identify and connect with potential distributors, retailers, and wholesalers
Set up meetings (virtual or in-person) with relevant buyers
Build a pipeline of potential partners

3. Sales & Negotiation Support
Present our products to retailers/distributors
Assist in price discussions and closing initial orders
Help us understand local negotiation practices and expectations

4. On-ground Marketing Support
Suggest local marketing strategies (retail, influencer, WhatsApp, etc.)
Coordinate basic promotional activities if required
Share feedback on branding, packaging, and communication

5. Reporting & Communication
Weekly updates on progress, conversations, and challenges
Maintain a simple tracker of leads, discussions, and outcomes

Skills Required:
Strong understanding of the Tanzania retail/apparel market
Experience in sales, distribution, or market research
Good negotiation and relationship-building skills
Ability to communicate clearly in English (Swahili is a plus)
Self-driven and proactive — able to work independently on-ground
Familiarity with fashion, apparel, or lingerie market is a strong advantage

Compensation:
Fixed: $30 (initial project scope)
Plus: Opportunity for performance-based incentives / commissions
Potential to transition into a long-term/full-time role

How We Work (Important):
We prefer clear, honest, and regular communication
Quick updates over perfection — speed matters in early-stage expansion
We value practical insights from the ground, not just theoretical reports
We work collaboratively — you will be treated as a market partner, not just a freelancer
Flexibility is important as we will iterate based on what we learn

What Success Looks Like:
Clear understanding of the Tanzania market within the first few weeks
Strong pipeline of potential buyers/distributors
Initial sales conversations and sample placements
Actionable insights that help us refine pricing and positioning

If you have prior experience working with retail, distribution, or international brands entering Tanzania, we would love to hear from you.