Exciting Careers at DealDey

 

Who We Are
Launched in March 2011, DealDey features a daily deal on the best things to do, see, eat, and buy in Lagos and Abuja. DealDey is an easy and fun way to get fantastic deals on great experiences. At DealDey we support local businesses and in return they support consumers with good savings! We want to create a “Win-Win” scenario each and every day for local merchants who want to attract new customers, and consumers who want to save money and take advantage great services and activities in their own city.

Our Philosophy
Our company philosophy is simple: We help great businesses be found by consumers who are looking for a great deal. Our members and featured businesses are treated with utmost care and respect. Our primary motive is to keep both our customers and merchants happy and coming back every day. Our mantra for DealDey is a few lines from Ben Okri’s “Lines in Potentis”

Tell everyone the idea is to function together
As good musicians would
In undefined future orchestras.
Let the energy of commerce flow,
Let the vision of art heal.
Technology, provide the tools.

Commodity Trader

Reports to: Head of Products
Function: Purchasing/Products
Location: Lagos

Purpose Statement:
This role is responsible for planning and selecting a range of products to sell in order to capture market share taking into consideration customer demand, price, quality, availability, timeliness, market trends and financial budgets.

Key Accountabilities:
·         Find the right suppliers of quality products
·         Place orders for merchandise based on accurate analysis with planner
·         Ensure all suppliers meet up with lead-time delivery
·         Responsible for total sale of all inventory purchased
·         Maintain relationships with existing suppliers while seeking new ones
·         Attend trade events
·         Procure quality merchandise at the right price, within the right amount of time
·         Negotiate best possible prices

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
·         This position requires a University graduate or its equivalent with at least 2 years’ experience in Inventory/Operational/Logistics side of retail, E-commerce or in a similar position
·         Strong understanding of retail math and concepts, highly detail-oriented and extremely organized
·         Great negotiation skills and ability to network and influence people
·         Willingness to travel at very short notice
·         Candidate must possess ability to multi task in a dynamic environment
·         A good understanding of inventory procedures would give added advantage

The following skills are essential:
·         Analytical ability
·         Creative imagination and problem solving
·         Must be Computer Literate

 

Deal Quality Control Officer (Price & Products)

 

Reports to: Head of Products
Function: Deal Quality Control Officer (Price & Products)
Location: Lagos

Purpose Statement:
Responsible for price and quality of Proprietary Goods, taking into consideration shipping costs, handling charges and VAT.

Key Accountabilities:
·         Compare and Provide Product team with market intelligence on price/quality requirements
·         Inspect sample goods and products carefully to identify flaws, defects and inform Head of Products as appropriate
·         Constantly monitor the smallest details of every product that DealDey is purchasing and analyze its possibility of getting to customers with minimal defections
·         Conduct periodic price surveys from competitors and suppliers to ensure the deal bargain of all DealDey Proprietary products on the website
·         To work closely with the Products team to ensure adherence to defined product standards

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
·         Minimum of a University degree in any related discipline
·         Detail orientated
·         Market savvy
·         Excellent Negotiating Skills
·         Excellent communication skills (written & oral)
·         Good networking skills
·         Good problem solving skills
·         Ability to multitask and prioritize own work load
·         Proficiency in the use of technology and Microsoft Office productivity tools

The following skills are essential:
·         Analytical ability
·         Creative imagination and problem solving
·         Must be Computer Literate

 

Retail/Liquidation Supervisor

 

Reports to: Head of Product
Function: Retail/Liquidation Supervisor
Location: Lagos

Purpose Statement:
The role holder would be responsible for managing retail store staff within the business. Coordinates entry and exit of merchandise from stores, coordinates and assists all business related queries from customers and staff.

Key Accountabilities:
·         Liaise with Head of Products to strategize on how to meet set targets
·         Sell merchandise
·         Ensure merchandise is clean and well displayed at all times
·         Supervise and co-ordinate sales staff
·         Delegate duties to retail staff and monitor performance
·         Resolve customer complaints and supply shortages
·         Authorize return of merchandise where necessary
·         Maintain specified inventory and ensure there is no stock out
·         Prepare reports on sales volumes
·         Facilitate, attend to and proffer workable solutions to all operational and sales issues escalated promptly by liaising with all relevant departments until issues are resolved
·         Quarterly performance review with other heads with the aim of improving performance
·         Ensure sales growth in all outlets being managed
·         Ensure targets are met for each outlet

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
·         Minimum of a University degree in any related discipline
·         Minimum of 2 – 3 years working experience in a similar role
·         Excellent communication and marketing skills
·         Customer focus/people oriented
·         Numeracy Skills
·         Teamwork
·         Decision Making Skills
·         Job task planning and organized
·         Ability to continuously improve processes

The following skills are essential:
·         Analytical Ability
·         Creative imagination and problem solving
·         Must be Computer Literate

 

Method of Application

Interested candidates whose experience and competencies match the job profile should send their CV as an email attachment with the subject in this format: “Job title – Job Ref”; example: “Digital Marketing Strategist- DD/MAR/DME/0514” to  jobs@dealdey.com

 

 

6 Deadly Dating Mistakes You Must Avoid

by Dan Bacon

 

Mistake #1 – Being Too Nice

You’ll often hear women talking about how their looking for a “nice” guy to date and build a relationship with. Yet, most guys completely misunderstand what a woman is saying when she says “nice guy.” They mistakenly assume that if a woman is looking for a nice guy, then all they need to do to be successful is be REALLY, REALLY nice to her and that will make her like him a whole lot more than other guys. However, that isn’t what women are looking for and that isn’t what women mean by “nice.” After a couple of experiences being REALLY, REALLY nice to women and getting rejected each time, some guys start to think that women must want bad boys or jerks and that the whole “nice guy” thing is a huge, fat lie!

Here’s the thing…

It’s not a lie. Women’s desire for a nice guy is TRUE, but there is a huge difference between a manly, nice guy who guides a woman through a natural, sexual courtship (of which I call The Flow) and a nice guy who is a complete pushover, pretends as though he’s not even interested in sex (and just wants to be friends) and waits for the woman to make it really obvious that she wants something “more than friends” before he makes a move.

Sure, initially some women can enjoy having a pushover nice guy that she can lead around by his nose (or other parts of his body further to the south) and get him to do whatever she wants. Yet, in reality, a woman wants a man who will treat her well and with respect and most importantly, respect himself enough to not allow her to behave in a disrespectful manner towards him. She wants that guy who truly is a powerful man that she can lean on, trust, respect and lust after. She wants to be the one who is always on her toes trying to make sure that she doesn’t lose him. It’s not supposed to be the other way around. It is the you (the man) who is supposed to be “in charge” of a male/female relationship. You are a good guy, but you are ALSO a confident, masculine man…and that is exactly what she’s talking about when she says she wants a “nice guy.”

If you don’t understand that, then you are simply reading into the word “nice” too literally. Being a “nice guy” is not about being a super nice guy; it’s about being the complete package (you’ll learn how to be the “complete package” when you invest in our programs and get the education you need about women, dating, relationships, attraction and being a real man), while ALSO being a good guy.

Mistake #2 – Constantly Seeking Her Approval

Of course when you’re dating a woman, you will occasionally want to get her input on things you do as a couple but, in general, it’s up to the man to steer the dates and the relationship – not the woman. However, too many insecure guys will ask their lady’s “permission” on virtually everything. He’ll ask her where they should go out to dinner, what movie they should see, whether or not she likes what he’s wearing, how his apartment looks, how often they should see each other and so on.

In short, he acts as if she’s his mother and he is constantly seeking her approval. She wants a guy that she can look up to and respect, not look down upon as her little boy child.

Mistake #3 – Trying to Buy Her Affection

Sure, occasionally during your long-term relationship you might want to give your woman a gift on special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, holidays and so forth. However, if you’re always buying her lavish gifts, taking her away on expensive vacations, going out to only the most exclusive clubs or restaurants or otherwise trying to “buy” her affection, then you are showing how insecure you are. She will pick up on it, wonder why you feel as though all of that is necessary to keep her attracted and interested. Although she might not tell you (because she’s enjoying the “red carpet treatment” so much), she will be turned off at a deep level.

Money shouldn’t play a major part in your dating life. It doesn’t matter if you have the money and can afford to spend it on her or not. The best “gift” you can give her is being yourself and spending time with her. You should be able to “entertain” her and keep her happy as much with a fun afternoon in the park or beach, watching TV or “fooling around” in the bedroom, as she would have getting all dolled up for an expensive night on the town. Heck, my girlfriends are so delighted to be spending time with me that many of them are happy to sit there and watch me play Xbox for hours. Most women HATE when a guy plays computer games in their presence because they feel like the guy is wasting time and not getting out there in the real world to become the best man he can be, but my girls put up with it because they know I work very hard. They also know that if they whinge and complain, I can replace them with another girl in a minute, so they are on their best behavior at all times. Additionally, while playing Xbox, all I have to say is, “Coffee” or smile and say, “Where’s my coffee, baby?” and it will be made for me with a big smile and a kiss.

Remember, YOU are her greatest gift! However, if you show her that you feel as if you need to constantly “buy her affection,” she’s eventually going to realize that she needs a man, not gifts, to make her truly happy. If you don’t value who you are, she won’t either. You are valuable to her whether you spend money on her or not. Don’t waste money and turn women off by making the mistake of trying to buy a woman’s affection. You are her greatest gift.

Mistake #4 – Constant Compliments

Of course when you pick a woman up for a date or watch her walk towards you at the designated meeting place, you’ll likely see how much effort she put into getting ready to be with you. You should tell her how hot she looks and, NO, that doesn’t give her any power over you. However, if you spend the rest of the date constantly complimenting her on her looks, her intelligence, her wit or any other attribute she has exhibited, you’re only showing how inexperienced you are by giving her all the power. When a woman sees this type of behavior from a man, she usually assumes that he’s giving her so many compliments and is so amazed because she is the first exceptional woman he’s had a chance with.

Sure, everyone likes the occasional, sincere compliment, but if you start spewing them constantly throughout your date, she’s going to feel like there is a huge value discrepancy between you and her and she’s basically doing you a favor by going out with you. When a guy notices that a woman has picked up on this, he then starts to act nervous and feels like he is losing her. The woman then notices that he is behaving nervously and she loses further interest. It’s a vicious cycle of insecurity and desperation that almost always lead to failure when dating women.

Mistake #5 – Asking Permission to Kiss Her

Imagine this…

You’ve been out on a great date with a beautiful woman. You’ve laughed together, enjoyed each other’s company and had wonderful conversations. Everything is going so well. She may have even leaned against you for a lingering moment or “accidentally” stroked you softly with her hand sometime during your date. Now that the evening is ending, you’re both moving in closer and speaking more quietly and intimately. Yet, instead of taking her into your arms and kissing her, you stop and ask for permission to kiss her! What?!

Not only have you KILLED the mood, but chances are she’s going to see that your reason for asking for a kiss is not so much about you being a “gentleman,” but more about the fact that you are a wuss when it comes to women. A woman expects you to be able to read her body language to see if she is ready to be kissed or not. If she is, she expects you to have the confidence to do it and if you don’t, she loses attraction, respect and interest for you on a deep level. As a man, you are expected to know when you should take her hand as you walk, stroke her back when you’re talking, rub your body against hers when dancing or any one of a dozen other ways of showing what a sexual being you are.

This isn’t the 1950s where boys asked girls for permission to give them a goodnight kiss at the doorstep. We’re in the 21st century and women are much more sexual and actually EXPECT that the man they’re dating is going go in for a first kiss and possibly even lead her to the bedroom without first asking her permission. If you don’t know how to escalate to kissing and sex, I recommend you watch Dating Power to see the demonstrations of our rejection-proof first kiss techniques.

Mistake #6 – Getting Too Serious Before She’s Earned it

You’ve been on a date or two and had a great time. You think about her all the time when you’re apart and you are already completely sure that you want her as your girlfriend, possibly even as your wife. However, if you’ve only been dating a short time and you blurt out how you’ve already decided that you want to “spend the rest of your life with her,” after only a couple of dates, one of several things is likely to happen. You’re going to scare her off, make a fool of yourself or give her the knowledge that she has you wrapped around her little finger and, again, you’ll show her how insecure you are and that SHE is the one who has the relationship power.

 

 

9 Ways To Be Happy In Job You Don’t Like

by Tai Goodwin

For most of us, work is a requirement. Until we uncover or create the opportunity that allows us to work our passion, we may be in a job that’s just, well… a job.

Accepting your 9-5 is just a job works fine until you finally start listening to your passion and purpose. Once you begin to acknowledge your purpose and feed your passion, your “day job” may begin to feel like a burden.

Ways To Be Happy In Job You Hate

So, how do you make it through the 40+ hours a week without feeling like you are serving time for a crime you didn’t commit? Here are nine tips on how to be happy at a job you hate:

1. Stay out of drama. Keep away from contentious people.

2. Initiate a new project. Tie it to a new skill you want to learn or practice.

3. Choose a better perspective. Look for opportunities and wins instead of shortcomings and faults.

4. Find a buddy. Research shows people that have friends at work have a higher rate of career satisfaction.

5. Learn something new. Read a book, read an article, take an on-line course. Find a way to get new information and let it inspire you.

6. Practice gratitude. Be grateful for what you do have and what you have the potential to create.

7. Stop talking about how bad things are. Lift the weight of your environment by speaking positively about your work, your co-workers, and your company.

8. Keep working towards your passion. Whether it is five hours or five minutes, find a way to incorporate what you are passionate about into your routine.

9. Get a life. If you are pouring all of yourself into work that’s not satisfying, create a better balance by adding more “extra-curricular” activities.

Bottom line: You don’t have to be miserable even if you are in a miserable job. Taking responsibility for creating your own happiness at work puts you back in the driver’s seat of your career where you belong.