Company Details: Company Information Tuskys is a Kenyan supermarket chain. It is one of the large supermarket chains in the Great Lakes Area. It employs nearly 6150 people, 6,000+ in Kenya, and 150 in Uganda.

  • Management Accountant

    Management Accountant

    Job Description

    DEPARTMENT: Finance
    Key Objectives;

    Provide full financial visibility of the business by preparing accurate weekly, monthly or periodic dashboards and financial analysis.
    Maintain a comprehensive budget control by implementing a monthly checking process.    
    Ensure stable and standard prices are marinating across the business by carrying out daily and weekly reviews. 

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

    Preparation and reporting on weekly, monthly and yearly financial performance/ financial position and cash flow of the business.
    Preparation of all/any ad hock/ periodical operation analysis within the business.  
    Coordinate and facilitate with Budgeting, Planning & forecasting processes for the organization
    Participate in monitor and maintain a full budgetary control process within the organization 
    Coordinate the process and report on retail price changes and control. 
    Establish operational trends including demand behaviors and advise the respective units accordingly
    Establish cash outflow requirements and preparing the cash-flow projections.
    Preparation and sharing of any data /schedules/ analysis with company’s business partners
    Custodian of all company data, analysis  and dash boards 
    Perform all other duties that may be assigned by Management

    PERSON SPECIFICATIONS  
    Academic Qualifications 

    Degree in Accounts, Economics and Finance 

    Professional Qualifications 

    CPA (K), ACCA or related qualifications.

    Experience

    3 years’ experience two should be in the same capacity  
    Proficiency in Ms Navision ERP

    Skills

    Strong Analytical skills 
    Communication skills
    Keen on analytical Details 
    Report writing, presentation Skills

  • Management Accountant

    Management Accountant

    Job Description

    DEPARTMENT: Finance
    Key Objectives;

    Provide full financial visibility of the business by preparing accurate weekly, monthly or periodic dashboards and financial analysis.
    Maintain a comprehensive budget control by implementing a monthly checking process.    
    Ensure stable and standard prices are marinating across the business by carrying out daily and weekly reviews. 

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

    Preparation and reporting on weekly, monthly and yearly financial performance/ financial position and cash flow of the business.
    Preparation of all/any ad hock/ periodical operation analysis within the business.  
    Coordinate and facilitate with Budgeting, Planning & forecasting processes for the organization
    Participate in monitor and maintain a full budgetary control process within the organization 
    Coordinate the process and report on retail price changes and control. 
    Establish operational trends including demand behaviors and advise the respective units accordingly
    Establish cash outflow requirements and preparing the cash-flow projections.
    Preparation and sharing of any data /schedules/ analysis with company’s business partners
    Custodian of all company data, analysis  and dash boards 
    Perform all other duties that may be assigned by Management

    PERSON SPECIFICATIONS  
    Academic Qualifications 

    Degree in Accounts, Economics and Finance 

    Professional Qualifications 

    CPA (K), ACCA or related qualifications.

    Experience

    3 years’ experience two should be in the same capacity  
    Proficiency in Ms Navision ERP

    Skills

    Strong Analytical skills 
    Communication skills
    Keen on analytical Details 
    Report writing, presentation Skills

  • Web Developer 

Web Programmer 

Manager – Tuskys Mavazi 

Inventory Manager 

General Manager – Supply Chain 

General Manager – ICT 

Finance Manager 

Butchery Manager 

Assistant Manager – Logistics and Distribution

    Web Developer Web Programmer Manager – Tuskys Mavazi Inventory Manager General Manager – Supply Chain General Manager – ICT Finance Manager Butchery Manager Assistant Manager – Logistics and Distribution

    Job Purpose: To develop, modify and maintain responsive web site templates and web application interfaces written with HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript using relevant frameworks.
    Key Responsibilities:

    To create responsive web site templates using HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript from existing and new designs, for use with existing web systems.
    To play a leading role in design discussions with internal staff and external consultants as appropriate to help shape and implement design ideas.
    To work to ensure the usability and technical feasibility of new designs.
    To build re-usable code and libraries for future use.
    To optimize code for maximum efficiency and performance across different devices.
    To establish and extend our use of standard front end coding methodologies and tools.
    To play a part in managing site migration projects involving liaison with external contractors and internal developers, optimizing the use of resources and ensuring timely progress.
    To undertake the testing of design elements and site functions aimed at optimizing user experience and improving user engagement working with other colleagues as appropriate, and to establish this as a regular part of site creation and redevelopment projects going forward.
    To use agreed version control systems in all coding projects.
    To ensure that all work is appropriately documented.
    To train other Team members as appropriate to increase front end development knowledge and skills across the team.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree with equivalent to web/computing qualification.
    2 years experience in front end web development, demonstrable experience of translating (non-technical) stake-holder requirements into technical specifications and then coded templates.

    Desired Skills:

    Good Interpersonal and Excellent communication skills
    Extensive and detailed knowledge of front and back end development tools and techniques, client-side scripting and user interface design
    Technical skills Expert in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and jQuery. Expert in at least one modern framework, e.g. Foundation or Bootstrap.

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  • System Analyst

    System Analyst

    Job Description

    PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Participating in business processes mapping and in the day-to-day activities of ERP advisory engagements for the business including process analysis and design, gap analysis, functional system design and specifications, system configuration, development of system tests, procedures and documentation.
    Analytical accounting, inventory & warehouse Management.
    Technical support to resolve day to day problems and issues in NAV.
    Maintenance and customization of NAV to meet the business specifications.
    Leading a team of consultants and utility staffs in documenting business process needs.
    Managing data cleansing and assisting with quality assurance testing.
    Training of staff in various departments using NAV.
    Driving quality, testing and delivery methodology processes to ensure successful projects implementation.
    Leading organizational changes and business process improvements.
    Analyzing business/technical requirements and objectives, perform fit/gap analysis, and provide business recommendations.
    Providing key decision support, monitoring issue& risks, and creating mitigation plans for the business.
    Documenting all business engagements including the creation of design documents, technical specifications, process documentation, specification, system deployment documents, ERP system integration and interface documents and publish reports.
    Identifying and minimizing project risks.
    Any other duty which may be assigned by Management.

    PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
    Academic Qualifications

    A Master’s of Computer Science.
    BSc. Computer Science or any related field. 

    Professional Qualifications

    Microsoft Certified professional
    Networking –CCNA finalist 

    Experience

    At least 5 years’ experience in ICT related field 

    Desired Skills

    Software Development –JAVA, J2ME, Web Services
    Database Design – SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Ms Access

  • Sales Coordinator

    Sales Coordinator

    Job Description
    Key Primary duties and responsibilities

    Set Sales targets and cascade KPIs and thereof appraise and monitor staff performance using the KPIs.
    Oversee neat and attractive product display by ensuring maintenance of general cleanliness of the sales Floor, merchandise and shelves at all times.
    Execute all in store promotions to meet set targets
    Ensure merchandise is appropriately tagged with correct prices and in good quality and in sellable condition;
    Ensure all members of staff are dressed as per the outlined dress code
    Scheduling of daily routines, offs and leaves and assist in training, mentoring and coaching of sales representative.
    Assist in periodical stock taking exercises
    Advises customers by providing information on products.
    Helps customer make selections by building customer confidence; offering suggestions and opinions.
    Keeps clientele informed by notifying them of preferred customer sales and future merchandise of potential interest.
    Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
    Ensuring the products are delivered on time
    Pitching ideas to senior management
    Reacting to any changes in customer demand
    Getting feedback from customers

    Qualifications;

    ‘O’ level
    Diploma in Merchandising or related field.
    2 – 3 years’ experience.

    Work Related Skills

    Supervisory skills
    Good communication skills
    Good customer service skills

  • HR Planning & Development Manager 

Property Manager

    HR Planning & Development Manager Property Manager

    Tuskys is seeking to engage a professional hire a competent and well organized HR planning and Training manager to maintain and enhance the organization’s human resource department.
    S/ He will be involved in planning, recruiting, performance improvement programs and practices.
    Job Responsibilities

    Developing, reviewing and implementing training and development policies, procedures and programs;
    Managing Training Needs Analysis, procure trainers, train and evaluate training;
    Develop training programs and calendar in line with the organization strategy.
    Entrench organizational values and heritage through induction and training
    Reviewing and implementing performance management system and manage culture change;
    Preparing and controlling training and development budgets;
    Developing and maintaining staff databank, analyze data for manpower planning;
    Proper planning of organizational staff need
    Controlling staff cost
    Managing career succession and retention
    Undertaking job evaluation, specifications and enrichment;

    Qualifications

    University degree – Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
    Higher Diploma in HR will be an added advantage.
    At least three years’ experience in Human Resources Management

    Skills and Competencies:

    Experience in development and execution of skills development programs.
    Team Player, Strong Communication Skills and excellent interpersonal skills
    Good Negotiation Skills and Strong Business Acumen.
    Project Management and Change Management Skills.
    Strong Time Management and Priorities Management Skills.
    Analytical and Problem Solving Skills.
    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
    Labor Law Knowledge

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  • Manager, Tuskys Mavazi

    Manager, Tuskys Mavazi

    Job Description
    Key Primary duties and responsibilities

    Analyzing the market for new fashion trends for different kids, youths, men, women, etc., and look for right reach out the right clientele who are ready to buy the designs sold in other shops.
    Help the designers in maintain uniqueness in the designs and stand out from rest of the apparel.
    This helps them in making good business and stand out from the competitors
    Define business goals and marketing strategies for the company so that they can make profitable business
    Have ability to maintain good relations with the clients and attend fashion shows and exhibitions where he/she can get opportunity to identify the currents trends in the market.
    Determine efficient methods of determining customer needs and advice the category on the demands as analyzed.
    Report about the deals that have been cracked and contracts that the company has earned to the seniors and maintain a record of all the work they do.
    Overseeing appropriate public relations and customer service is maintained at the branch;
    Receiving daily updates from the supervisors on stock levels and sales and prepare a report on the same;
    Overseeing the planning and scheduling of branch activities including deliveries, security and repairs;
    Overseeing branch staff performance, training, recruitment, attendance and report to the HR Manager on the same.
    Should have ability to plan and coordinate their work and the designers work.
    Should have ability to identify the uniqueness in the designs developed by the designers and target proper market to sell the designs.
    They should have ability to make decisions understanding the future perspective of the company and should maintain long run relationships with the potential manufacturers in the market.
    They should also possess ability to decide color, fabric and silhouette for the clothes.

    Educational Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, fashion merchandize or apparel productions or any related field.
    A master’s degree can be an added advantage.
    Experience of more that 6-7 years is also essential.
    Skills Good communication and multi-tasking
    Excellent planning and organization skills
    Supervisory skills Computer literacy

  • Marketing Manager 

Butchery Manager 

Deli Manager

    Marketing Manager Butchery Manager Deli Manager

    Purpose: The Marketing Manager is responsible to manager all marketing and brand positioning activities of the company in line with our Tuskys Strategy. The job holder will lead a team of professionals in the marketing department to ensure that efforts are directed towards achieving corporate goals.
    Duties & Responsibilities

    Overall responsibility for brand management and corporate identity
    Developing the marketing strategy, prepare a core brand message for the company in line with business objectives.
    Develop for approval and oversee the company’s marketing budget.
    Develop market entry strategies for new stores and co-coordinating marketing campaigns with sales activities in existing stores.
    Manage and improve lead generation campaigns, measuring results as well as planning and implementing promotional campaigns.
    Preparing online and print marketing campaigns as well as creation and publication all marketing material in line with marketing plans.
    Creating a wide range of different marketing materials and apply these into all aspects of media and monitor and report on the effectiveness of marketing communications.
    Working closely with design agencies and other external partners in outsourced marketing activities.
    Make regular contact with all major industry magazines and digital media sources to supply any required promotional material.
    Oversee market research for strategic business growth and consolidate information relevant to new Store launches.
    Maintain effective internal communications to ensure that all relevant company functions are kept informed of marketing objectives.
    Analyzing potential strategic partner relationships for company marketing.

    Job Qualifications

    A degree in marketing from a recognized university.
    MBA in Marketing will be an added advantage.
    Must be a member of The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
    At least 5 years relevant experience in a senior marketing position.

    Skills and Competencies:

    Must be well versed with dynamics of the retail industry.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    Team player and strong leadership and management skills
    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

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  • Refrigeration Technician

    Refrigeration Technician

    Job Description
    Key Responsibilities

    Perform repair works on the affected system or component to ensure functionality. Responsible for performing planned maintenance, regular service of chillers & freezers. Troubleshooting, repair and overhaul of refrigeration systems.
    Performing root cause analysis on refrigeration equipment failures to prevent reoccurrence. Provide technical direction on preventative maintenance for all refrigeration.
    Test malfunctions of refrigeration systems and components and repair them before breakdowns occurs.
    Inform the service engineer of the required essential spare parts.
    Adherence to company’s code of conduct and practices.
    Participating in any other duties that shall be assigned by management from time to time.

    Qualifications

    Minimum diploma in refrigeration and air conditioning.
    Minimum of 3 years proven experience in maintenance of industrial refrigeration equipment in FMCG.
    Work Related Skills
    Knowledge of electrical power and control gear associated with industrial refrigeration plants.
    Strong interpersonal, planning and organizational skills.
    A high level of integrity and reliability.
    Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal (English & Swahili).
    A team player with attention to details and follow up. Ability to work and deliver under pressure.

  • Bakery Production Manager

    Bakery Production Manager

    Job Description

    Purpose: The Production Manager is responsible for coordinating the activities instore bakery Production and monitoring procedures and standards to achieve consistent high quality products produced in an efficient manner. The production manager provides leadership for, and develops the abilities of, production leaders in the department.
    The Production Manager is responsible for ensuring the best quality products, excellent customer service by maintaining regular quality audits, good manufacturing practices, compliance with local regulations (OSHA, Department of Health, etc.) and HACCP.
    Duties and responsibilities

    Develop and ensure production plans for all bakeries are in place
    Ensure production target are achieved in the bakeries
    Oversee quality assurance and consistency across all bakeries.
    Set and develop hygiene standards and ensure compliance in the bakeries
    Ensure good customer service is offered in the bakeries
    Ensure there is product availability in the bakery, i.e. maintain at optimal capacity
    Ensure that staff are in proper uniform and are well groomed
    Ensure consistent and timely supply of ingredients to the bakeries from Head Office
    Ensure machine repairs and service maintenance in the bakeries is timely done.
    Develop sales promotion programs to attract more customers.
    Enforce cleaning schedules for equipment and work area
    Continually perform quality audits as well as equipment performance
    Coordinate regular training on all staff for proper use of equipment, customer service and any other related training.
    Any other task as assigned by the management.

    Person Specifications
    Academic Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

    Professional Qualifications

    Diploma in food production

    Experience

    3 – 5+ years of hands on, management experience within a food production environment, preferably within the baking or related industry
    Good working knowledge of bakery production equipment such as mixers, dividers, rounders, proofers, etc
    Working knowledge of process controls and industry standards
    A good understanding of working within a budget and meeting those goals.

    Skills

    Ability to resolve problems and jump right in to help
    Good Organization and Time Management Skills
    Ability to supervise and mentor
    Positive and professional communication and customer service skills
    Competent in computer knowledge – accustomed to working in an MS Office environment and competent in Excel