Job Title: Operations Coordinator – based in Nairobi, Kenya
Job Summary
The Operations Coordinator will take an active role in managing Honey Cares operations in Kenya. The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya with significant opportunities to grow with us as we grow across the region.
The position would be suitable for someone with experience managing supply chain in agriculture, logistics and/or FMCG operations.
Operations Coordinator Job Key Responsibilities
Manage and create a sustainable supply chain of agricultural products that benefits the rural communities cost effectively.
Manage direct buying activities across East Africa,
Locate suppliers,
Negotiate prices, and
Coordinate activities.
Take overall lead on managing our procurement process to purchase other raw materials
Take overall lead on managing our distribution of our products across the region
Manage a small team
Take overall lead on managing our logistics to maximise efficiencies
Take lead on managing any importation or exportation of raw produce and equipment
Focus on meeting set targets and KPIs
Take lead on developing and implementing key policies within the department
Prepare monthly reports
Setting and reviewing budgets and managing cost
Overseeing inventory, distribution of goods
Researching new technologies and alternative methods of efficiency
Various other ad hoc administrative duties
The Operations Coordinator will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer in Kenya.
Qualifications and skills for Operations Coordinator Job
2+ years’ experience in a similar position, remuneration will be based on experience
Degree in operations, logistics, supply chain or a relevant field
Experience managing operations in an FMCG company
The ability to work in a team as well as individually
Sound decision making
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail
Good negotiation skills
The ability to work under pressure and to meetdeadlines
Good administrative and computer skills
A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards
