About Company
Axia Corporation Limited is a dynamic and diversified Zimbabwean group listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange. With a strong presence in Southern Africa, Axia operates through three main business units: Distribution Group Africa (DGA), TV Sales & Home (TVSH), and Transerv. DGA is a leading distributor of fast-moving consumer goods, TV Sales & Home is a prominent retailer of household appliances and furniture, and Transerv specializes in automotive spares. Axia Corporation is committed to enhancing customer value through high-quality products, excellent service, and innovative solutions across its diverse portfolio. As we expand our digital footprint, we are dedicated to providing seamless online experiences for our customers, ensuring our digital platforms reflect the quality and accessibility our brands are known for.
Job Description
Are you a meticulous individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for organizing digital information? Axia Corporation Limited, a dynamic Zimbabwean diversified group with interests spanning retail, manufacturing, and distribution, is seeking a talented Remote Digital Catalog Metadata Specialist to join our growing e-commerce and digital team. In an increasingly digital world, accurate and comprehensive product metadata is the backbone of exceptional online shopping experiences. As our Remote Digital Catalog Metadata Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity, discoverability, and consistency of our extensive product catalogs across various online platforms. This is a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to our digital transformation journey from anywhere within Harare Province, leveraging your expertise to enhance our online presence and customer engagement. You will be instrumental in categorizing, tagging, and enriching product information, ensuring that our customers can easily find and understand the products they are looking for, ultimately driving sales and brand loyalty. We are looking for someone who thrives in an autonomous environment, possesses strong analytical skills, and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of data quality.
Your work will directly impact our online visibility, search engine optimization (SEO), and conversion rates by ensuring that every product entry is optimized for discoverability and accuracy. You’ll collaborate closely with marketing, e-commerce, and product teams to understand product attributes and ensure they are translated effectively into metadata. This role requires not just data entry, but also critical thinking to identify opportunities for metadata improvement, streamline processes, and adhere to industry best practices. You will be responsible for upholding data governance standards, performing regular audits to correct inconsistencies, and proactively identifying missing or inaccurate information. If you’re passionate about data, have experience with digital catalogs or large product databases, and are eager to make a tangible difference in a fast-paced, remote-friendly environment, we encourage you to apply. Join Axia Corporation Limited and help us build a seamless, user-friendly digital experience for our valued customers across Zimbabwe.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain comprehensive product metadata across all digital catalogs and e-commerce platforms.
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of product information, including descriptions, specifications, images, and categorizations.
- Implement and adhere to metadata standards, data governance policies, and best practices for product data entry.
- Optimize product listings for searchability and discoverability, including keyword integration and SEO best practices.
- Collaborate with product, marketing, and e-commerce teams to gather and update product information.
- Perform regular audits of catalog data to identify and correct discrepancies, errors, or missing information.
- Support the integration of new products into the catalog system, ensuring all required metadata is captured efficiently.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of metadata management processes and tools.
Required Skills
- Proven experience in data entry, data management, or metadata specialization, preferably in an e-commerce or retail context.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in using content management systems (CMS) or product information management (PIM) software.
- Strong understanding of digital catalog structures, taxonomies, and hierarchies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
- Familiarity with SEO principles and keyword optimization.
Preferred Qualifications
- A degree or diploma in Library Science, Information Technology, Marketing, or a related field.
- Experience with specific PIM systems like Akeneo, Salsify, or similar.
- Knowledge of e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce).
- Previous experience working in a remote team environment.
- Basic understanding of data analytics and reporting.
Perks & Benefits
- Opportunity for fully remote work, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
- Competitive salary package with performance incentives.
- Access to professional development courses and continuous learning opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Health and wellness programs.
- Contribution to a dynamic and growing digital presence within a leading Zimbabwean company.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking on the application link below. Please ensure your CV and cover letter highlight your relevant experience in digital catalog management and metadata optimization.