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  • Future Talent Programme BD Executive

    Future Talent Programme BD Executive

    We are looking for a Future Talent/Business Developer (Located in Kenya) to work on the Ethiopian market and report to the Managing Directror of East Africa.
     
    For this role you will need to be fluent in English and Amharic languages and also have a strong understanding of the Ethiopian local legislation, in particula in the areas of Government regulations in the food industry.
     
    This role is a local contract and after the two first years in Kenya, the selected person will be relocated in Ethiopia.
    What will you do
    As a Future Talent BD Executive, you will :

    Identify the opportunities to increase customer profitability for a sustainable and profitable mutual growth.
    Inputs into proposing the annual budget for the key account. Responsible for the results reached (Profit and Loss with regards to Packaging, Equipment and Services).
    Ensure and improve Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty according to global group processes.
    Understand the Customers overall business and activities (competitive environment, growth strategy, productivity, profitability).
    Identify customer needs and drive opportunities in agreement with the commercial business strategy, the market, category, portfolio and plans of the Technical Service department.
    Actively pursue business opportunities through the Opportunity Management & Sales global process.
    Drive closure of sales contracts according to process and execute implementation according to relevant global process.
    Pro-actively drive resolution of customer issues, including Cross boundary issues.
    Ensure accurate sales forecasts.

    Desired Skills and Experience
    Who you are

    Recent University Graduate (year 2019/2020) – Engineering or Commercial Degree Required.
    Experience in sales environment and preferably in the food industry is preferred.
    Proven experience and strong understanding of Ethiopian market practices and in particular within the Food and Beverage industry would be an added advantage.
    Strong understanding of Ethiopian local legislation, in particular in the areas of Government regulations in the Food industry.
    Fluency in English and Amharic languages is mandatory.
    You have an innovation mindset; you are a fast thinker and like to solve problems.
    You like to work with people from various cultures.
    You are hungry for results and looking to sell.
    Must be willing and able to travel extensively – both locally and internationally.
    Must have a valid passport and driver’s license.

    What we offer you

    Varity of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape.
    Culture that pioneers spirit of innovation where our engineering genius drive visible result.
    Equal opportunity employment experience that values difference and diversity.
    Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.

    Apply via :

    jobs.tetrapak.com

  • Payroll Officer

    Payroll Officer

    We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Payroll Officer/Clerk to work in the day-to-day operations of the Payroll Department. They will be reporting to the IT Manager
    Responsibilities

    Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and capturing data;
    Update payroll records by capturing changes in  deductions, job title and department/division transfers, and any other changes that may occur within the month;
    Prepare reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, and non-taxable wages amongst other reports;
    Ensure employees are paid on time and their payslips are distributed by the last day of every month;
    Resolve payroll discrepancies after analyzing information;
    Provide payroll information when required and address any payroll related complaints that may arise;
    Maintain payroll operations by following policies and procedures; advise on any changes required;
    Protect payroll operations by keeping all information confidential;
    Ensure that the company is compliant to all laws that relate to payroll processing;
    Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

    Qualifications

    Relevant Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in business and IT Fields
    Proficiency in Computer Skills (Word/Excel) Mandatory
    Analytical skills: ability to analyze data from multiple sources
    Must have above Two years’ experience in the same role,
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to express ideas and messages clearly, both written and verbally.
    Proactive, innovative, and problem-solving skills.
    Self-starter, self-motivated; ability to work autonomously.
    Collaborative team player.

    Interested candidates should submit their application and detailed CV to jobs@hyoung.co.keClearly indicating Payroll Officer/Clerk on the email subject.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    jobs@hyoung.co.ke

  • Future Talent:Account Executive (Kenya)

    Future Talent:Account Executive (Kenya)

    Description
    Would you like to start your career “in good company”? We are looking for talented and highly motivated new graduates to join our talent programme and become the next generation of leaders in our industry.
    Our Future Talent Programme – Leadership Track is a 2-year programme that will develop your leadership skills and bring you broad business knowledge in a truly international environment.
    From day one, you’ll be delivering results as part of the team and hold an actual position. Your manager will plan the content of your programme and support you in your development journey. You will work in various parts of Tetra Pak and gain experience from a network of Colleagues all over the world. And that is just the beginning of your Tetra Pak career. After the programme finishes you will have gained valuable experience to help you continue your exciting career within our company.
    Typical Responsibilities would include: 
    Identify the opportunities to increase customer profitability for a sustainable and profitable mutual growth
    Inputs into proposing the annual budget for the key account. Responsible for the results reached (Profit and Loss with regards to Packaging, Equipment and Services)
    Ensure and improve Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty according to global group processes
    Understand the Customers overall business and activities (competitive environment, growth strategy, productivity, profitability)
    Identify customer needs and drive opportunities in agreement with the commercial business strategy, the market, category, portfolio and plans of the Technical Service department
    Actively pursue business opportunities through the Opportunity Management & Sales global process
    Drive closure of sales contracts according to process and execute implementation according to relevant global process.
    Pro-actively drive resolution of customer issues, including Cross boundary issues
    Ensure accurate sales forecasts
    Qualifications
    Recent University Graduate (year 2019/2020) – Engineering or Commercial Degree Required
    Experience in sales environment and preferably in the food industry is preferred
    Proven experience and strong understanding of Ethiopian market practices and in particular within the Food and Beverage industry would be an added advantage
    Strong understanding of Ethiopian local legislation, in particular in the areas of Government regulations in the Food industry
    Fluency in English and Amharic languages is mandatory
    You have an innovation mindset; you are a fast thinker and like to solve problems
    You like to work with people from various cultures
    You are hungry for results and looking to sell
    Must be willing and able to travel extensively – both locally and internationally
    Must have a valid passport and driver’s license
    The Programme starts in September 2020. The position is located in Nairobi, Kenya.Please submit your application, including Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter, in English online via www.tetrapak.com no later than 31st July 2020.

    Apply via :

    jobs.tetrapak.com

  • Human Resource Manager

    Human Resource Manager

    Reporting to: Finance Director
    Job Description
    We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Hr Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of the HR Department. They will be reporting to the Finance Director
    Responsibilities
    Assist with day to day operations of the HR functions and duties
    Provide clerical and administrative support to various sites and the directors
    Compile and update employee records (hard and soft copies)
    Ensure employment and compliance with regulatory concerns regarding employees
    Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations etc.)
    Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys etc) and take minutes
    Deal with employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations
    Assist in payroll preparation by providing relevant data (absences, overtime, leaves, etc.)
    Properly handle complaints and grievance procedures
    Coordinate communication with candidates and schedule interviews
    Conduct initial orientation to newly hired employees
    Qualifications
    Relevant Bachelor’s degree.
    Professional HR certification and practising licenses.
    Must have above Five years’ experience post qualification in a medium or large company in a human resource role, with at least two years in a managerial role.
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to express ideas and messages clearly, both written and verbally.
    Strong sense of customer service Client and relationship management.
    Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
    Proactive, innovative, and problem-solving skills.
    Analytical skills: ability to analyze data from multiple sources.
    Self-starter, self-motivated; ability to work autonomously.
    Collaborative team player.

    Interested candidates should submit their application and detailed CV to jobs@hyoung.co.keClearly indicating HUMAN RESOURCEMANAGER on the email subject.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    jobs@hyoung.co.ke

  • Key Account Director

    Key Account Director

    Description

    Tetra Pak East Africa is recruiting for an experienced Key Account Director. The successful candidate will develop and drive the execution of strategic and operational Key Account Plans, aligned to Tetra Pak and customer business objectives. The successful candidate will also lead the Commercial Practices in the Market Company to ensure clarity and adherence to corporate commercial policies and procedures.

    The following will also be expected of the successful candidate:

     Responsible for ensuring that customer issues are resolved in a timely manner, and the resolution is mutually accepted by both Tetra Pak and the customer.
    Ensure that the relevant Tetra Pak portfolio is deployed in full thereby meeting competitiveness requirements and delivering a strong value proposition.
    They will be responsible for driving the sales of Tetra Pak’s complete portfolio across the three businesses, PM/AM, PSE and Services.
    Lead a cross-functional Key Account Team in building strong customer relationships to achieve sustainable growth by identifying and capturing short, medium- and long-term business opportunities.
    Participate in the evaluation of Key Account Team members and develop their competences to ensure that that they match customer needs.
    Set the Key Account related IOs together with functional managers for the team members as well as propose desired team composition to Line Management to meet customer needs.
    Balance strategic and operational objectives. Define and agree on business objectives and secure the required resources from both Tetra Pak and the customer to achieve mutual sustainable growth.
    Drive improved understanding of the customer’s overall business (marketplace, channel, retailer, consumer, competitive environment, strategy, productivity, profitability and the across value chain).
    Identify customer needs and drive opportunities in line with Tetra Pak global business strategy, category, portfolio, processing and TS plans.
    Define, review and drive activities to improve line and plant performance and reduce overall customer system cost.
    Support SKAM and other Service Products roles in driving the sales of service products.
    Relationship Management – Drive Customer Experience (CX) and Net Promoter Score (NPS) improvement according to the defined global process, ensuring all CX actions are included in the KA Plan for action.
    Ensure that Account Receivables expectations are met for the business.
    Secure accurate Sales Forecasting for assigned customers.
    Opportunity Pipeline Management & Value Selling to drive the execution of sales targets.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field, Marketing or Engineering. Master’s Degree highly desirable.
    Minimum 5 years of Account Management experience in Tetra Pak.
    Language skills – fluent in English (written & oral). Swahili &/or French will be advantageous.
    Capacity to deal with difficult stakeholders and effective cross-functional management will be essential.
    Understanding of the local & East African market and customers will be highly desirable.
    Successful project experience in some key accounts.
    Strong demonstration of Value Selling methodology in an increasingly competitive market environment.
    Showing strategic orientation with clear demonstration of superior business acumen.
    Good negotiation and problem-solving skills.

  • QA Auditor, Kenya

    QA Auditor, Kenya

    Job Summary:
    To drive the successful transformation of the business in becoming a world-class sourcing organization by providing technical garment/apparel expertise and recommendations to vendors/factories and internal sourcing teams. To develop and drive the implementation of new apparel technical programs across the region. To effectively lead a team of remote Quality Assurance Auditors in conducting inspections and training with vendors/factories
    Key Accountabilities:

    Networks with vendors/factories and the Sourcing/Merchandising teams to conduct a preliminary inspection on the products at the pre-production stage
    Participates in Pre-Production Meetings to review Tech. Packs and Ticketing Reports
    Good prevention, problem solving skill; a solution provider
    Skills in risk assessment, factory evaluation and effective CAP follow-up to help factory improve their system
    Provide answers to queries from colleagues and vendors in professional manner, and conducts follow-up work promptly
    Addresses any issues promptly pertaining to product safety, engineering or technology and prevents confirmation of bulk production
    Supports the department’s change of focus from Quality Control to Quality Engineering and Product Technology
    Conducts factory visits to provide guidance and counseling as required
    Diligently conducts follow-ups with factory production supervisors to check on the status of corrective action
    Promptly advises necessary Product Technology & Quality Assurance colleagues of any suspected non-compliances with vendors/factories
    Conducts factory inspection visits to review the standards of the operation, and take necessary action to ensure product safety, quality and compliance of our products at the production factory
    Identifies training opportunities for vendors, factories and colleagues
    Conducts relevant workshops and seminars on product inspection
    Participates in relevant industry training in Product Technology, Safety  Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Compliance

    Education and Experience:

    At least 5 years working experience in Apparel Industry: Manufacturing, Product Technology, Quality Assurance, Product Inspection, Factory Audit, or similar field
    With 2 years of related education or training experience
    Comprehensive background in factory or apparel inspection
    Comprehensive knowledge of Product Technology and Safety Standards for children’s apparel
    Ability to quickly identify production, product technology, or product safety problem areas and quickly recommend solutions
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
    Good command of both verbal and written English and local language
    Possess a strong attention to detail and time management

    Behavioral Competencies:

    Plans and Organizes
    Demonstrates Business Acumen
    Resourcefulness
    Possesses Grit
    Collaborates To Drive Business Results
    Communicates Effectively
    Exhibits and Drives Accountability

  • Future Talent:Account Executive (Kenya)

    Future Talent:Account Executive (Kenya)

    Description
    Are you ready to start your career in a good company? 
    Tetra Pak is looking for talented and highly motivated new graduates to join our development programme and become the next generation of engineers and leaders in our industry. 
                              
    Together with our customers we make food safe and available, everywhere. Tetra Pak is one of three companies in the Tetra Laval Group – a private group that started in Sweden and have grown to become a truly global organisation. The other two companies are De Laval and Sidel. Tetra Laval is headquartered in Switzerland.     
     
    As a prominent and reputed university in the region, we have identified your esteemed institution as one of the few sources to acquire young talented individuals who would then be trained and nurtured to build our future people assets. 
     
     Tetra Pak Future Talent Program is a unique development program designed to attract and develop young talents into the organization.  Your personal development is important to us and the program will be an opportunity to challenge your theoretical knowledge in a professional setting and will help you to grow, both personally and professionally.   
     
    We are currently recruiting for Future talent:Account Execuive position. 
    Qualifications

    Engineering or Business Manangement Degree 
    Not more than 2 year of work experience
    Must be from Ethiopia and willing to move to Kenya.

  • Mechatronics Technologist Programme (MTP)

    Mechatronics Technologist Programme (MTP)

    Details:
    Overview of the Mechatronics Programme
    The Mechatronics Technologist program will run for two years with onsite attachments. Upon successful completion of the program the trainees will be placed within the service department where the work is challenging, diverse and exciting.
     Qualifications and Skills.

    Hold a diploma from a recognized TVET institution in Mechatronics or Mechanical engineering – must have completed studies from 2019 onwards
    Strong willingness to learn
    Very good negotiation and communication skills
    Good IT-Skills

    Personal Competencies

    Excellent Interpersonal skills
    Flexible and adaptable
    Persuasive, persistent and patient
    Willingness to travel
    Attention to detaill
    Application Deadline: 31st January 2020

  • Service Engineer C

    Service Engineer C

    Description

    We are looking for an experienced Field Service Engineer to join our team based in Kenya

    The Role Responsibilities Include

    Fulfilling Preventive Maintenance Agreements
    Providing installation, commissioning, preventive maintenance and trouble-shooting services on Tetra Pak Processing Equipment
    Timely reporting of technical issues
    Coaching & Training customer’s operators and technicians on site
    Delivering service products and support to our customers in order to maximize their system performance
    Interfacing with customers to establish and maintain a continuous positive relationship as well as following-up with customers concerns and problems
    Maintaining and administrating customer files & reporting responsibilities for technical service department
    Inform relevant Tetra Pak staff about ongoing service activities as well as of any issues affecting the customer or the quality of Tetra Pak service. Inform about any business opportunity discovered at the customer through the relevant channels.

    Qualification

    Strong electrical ,control, mechanical and automation engineering background
    High Grade in Engineering Degree
    2 to 5 years experience in maintenance in the food or technical industry (preferrably field servicing experience)
    A good understanding of English is mandatory, Persian Language Proefficiency is needed
    Driving License is mandatory
    Ability to maintain positive customer relationships through strong technical skills and good interpersonal skills
    Must demonstrate the ability to install and commission complex lines independently
    Good working knowledge of PLC’s (Siemens, Allen Bradley)
    Accountable, customer-oriented and a team player
    Good experience in problem solving skills – Problem Solving Methodology (PSM) knowledge is an advantage
    Must be willing to travel extensively both locally and internationally

    Main Purpose of the Job Execute preventive maintenance of customer equipment. Execute installation tasks as required Key ResponsibilitiesCritical Experience +3 years experience in Installations, maintenance and/or service work. Can independently deliver preventive maintenance, installation tasks and rebuilding kit installations. Example of previous positions: Technician, Service Engineer from another company, Development Engineer, Production engineer Minimum Education University Bachelor in automation, process or mechanical engineering or equivalent

    Execute installation tasks, assembling machines and conveyers.
    Execute preventive maintenance activities in line with global Tetra Pak standard procedures and reinstate equipment into production environment according to defined expectations.
    Execute timely reporting of all discovered Technical Issues according to the QTIM processes.
    Execute installation of relevant rebuilding/upgrade kits according to procedures and reinstate equipment into production environment according to defined expectations.
    Inform relevant Tetra Pak staff about ongoing service activities as well as of any issues affecting the customer or the quality of Tetra Pak service. Inform about any business opportunity discovered at the customer through the relevant channels.
    Act as an ambassador for Tetra Pak at all times, ensuring and promoting good working relationships with the customer and that TP’s reputation is sustained.
    Execute and complete all relevant reports in an accurate and timely way. Distribute reports according to existing procedures and ensure that proper handover is done.
    Execute all work in accordance with Tetra Pak and Customer safety regulations and requirements. Execute all work in accordance with Tetra Pak standards and requirements regarding product quality and food safety. Escalate all discovered food safety, quality assurance and regulatory issues.

    Critical Experience 

    +3 years experience in Installations, maintenance and/or service work.
    Can independently deliver preventive maintenance, installation tasks and rebuilding kit installations. Example of previous positions: Technician, Service Engineer from another company, Development Engineer, Production engineer 

    Minimum Education 
    University Bachelor in automation, process or mechanical engineering or equivalent

  • Transport Manager

    Transport Manager

    Responsibilities

    Overseeing the timely application of KENHA Exemption Permits
    Daily allocation and dispatching of vehicles for all departments.
    Overseeing timely NTSA inspection of all vehicles.
    Ensure timely renewals of Insurance Covers for all vehicles.
    Run a daily inspection/checkup for all dispatch vehicles and pool cars and ensure they are in good condition.
    Ensure timely executions of tasks.
    Facilitate provision of allowances for drivers and control of this expenditure
    Oversee the overtime hours worked by drivers
    Offer daily transport solutions for H Young departmental errands/miscellaneous tasks.

    Requirements

    Higher National Diploma
    3 years’ experience working in a medium sized company
    Ability to coordinate a large fleet – (over 400 motor vehicles)
    Conversant with Kenyan Traffic Laws