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  • New Business Development Lead

    New Business Development Lead

    Job description
    Overview
    The Business Development Lead contributes to the organisational goal by promoting primarily the sales of new machines and LCS products. The Business Development Lead facilitates the client relationship by effective communication with interaction internally to ensure the client’s needs are met or exceeded. The position reports to Head of Sales Department
    Tasks & Responsibilities

    Establish and keep close contact to all customers and provide effective customer solutions on all Krones equipment.
    Promote sales of New Machines and LCS Products (spare parts kits, rebuild/exchange programs, retrofits, SIPS, LDS, overhauls and Service Level Agreements)
    Liaise with clients regarding new machine and LCS product enquiries, prepare quotes and/or obtain samples, provide solutions and determine pricing quotations of items specified.
    Liaise with Krones New Equipment and LCS Sales Departments to obtain all necessary information.
    Initiate received orders and build the client relationship by keeping them informed of the status of their orders and ensure deadlines are met
    Facilitate communication with the Krones operational departments, scheduling of resources and addressing warranty, replacement and additional parts required for the client
    Facilitate all client logistics, administration and financial management transactions.
    Facilitate the close-out of the order by ensuring customer satisfaction.
    Be involved with special projects, help co-ordinate internal and external communication with the client
    Travel frequently to specific client locations and perform product presentations and attend relevant project meetings.
    Grow the potential market for new machine and LCS products by following up on leads for new customers and proactively finding new customers.
    Form an integral part for the Krones East Africa Team in Kenya.

    Qualification and education required

    University degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Process Engineering or Business Administration with a solid technical understanding
    At least 5 years in a similar field

    Knowledge and Experience

    Basic understanding of Bottling plants and our Krones product portfolio
    General project management abilities
    Customer relations and orientation
    Sales effectiveness and understanding
    Understanding of business administration

    Skills and Personal competency

    Negotiation skills
    Excellent communication and presentation skills
    Organization Skills
    Problem Solving
    Computer Skills
    Ms Office
    Other
    Willingness to travel extensively in the East African Region

  • Quantity Surveyor Project Engineer Civil Engineer Electrical Engineer Instrumentation Engineer Scheduler Pipe Welders Pipe Fitters

    Quantity Surveyor Project Engineer Civil Engineer Electrical Engineer Instrumentation Engineer Scheduler Pipe Welders Pipe Fitters

    OLK/HR/O1
    Qualifications
    Required education

    Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying from a recognised University

    Required relevant work experience

    5 -10 years’ experience in a similar role preferably with a contractor. Registered member of BORAQS shall be added advantage.

    Required skills

    Impressive numeracy skills to handle the financial and mathematical demands of the role; A thorough technical understanding of building construction methods; MS Office proficiency; Ability to read, interpret construction drawings/documents and have a good appreciation of construction processes.

    Required languages 

    English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)

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  • New Business Development Lead

    New Business Development Lead

    Job description
    Department:Sales DepartmentReporting Structure:Head of Sales DepartmentLocation:Ethiopia and Kenya
    Overview
    The Business Development Lead contributes to the organisational goal by promoting primarily the sales of new machines and LCS products. The Business Development Lead facilitates the client relationship by effective communication with interaction internally to ensure the client’s needs are met or exceeded.
    Tasks & Responsibilities

    Establish and keep close contact to all customers and provide effective customer solutions on all Krones equipment.
    Promote sales of New Machines and LCS Products (spare parts kits, rebuild/exchange programs, retrofits, SIPS, LDS, overhauls and Service Level Agreements)
    Liaise with clients regarding new machine and LCS product enquiries, prepare quotes and/or obtain samples, provide solutions and determine pricing quotations of items specified.
    Liaise with Krones New Equipment and LCS Sales Departments to obtain all necessary information.
    Initiate received orders and build the client relationship by keeping them informed of the status of their orders and ensure deadlines are met
    Facilitate communication with the Krones operational departments, scheduling of resources and addressing warranty, replacement and additional parts required for the client
    Facilitate all client logistics, administration and financial management transactions.
    Facilitate the close-out of the order by ensuring customer satisfaction.
    Be involved with special projects, help co-ordinate internal and external communication with the client
    Travel frequently to specific client locations and perform product presentations and attend relevant project meetings.
    Grow the potential market for new machine and LCS products by following up on leads for new customers and proactively finding new customers.
    Form an integral part for the Krones East Africa Team in Ethiopia and Kenya

    Qualification and education required

    University degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Process Engineering or Business Administration with a solid technical understanding
    At least 5 years in a similar field

    Knowledge and Experience

    Basic understanding of Bottling plants and our Krones product portfolio
    General project management abilities
    Customer relations and orientation
    Sales effectiveness and understanding
    Understanding of business administration

    Skills and Personal competency

    Negotiation skills
    Excellent communication and presentation skills
    Organization Skills
    Problem Solving
    Computer Skills
    Ms Office

    Other

    Willingness to travel extensively in the East African Region

    Application deadline: 31st August 2018

  • Hydraulic Piling Rig Operator (Cfa-Mait) Thermal Insulation Applicators 6G Pressure Pipe Tig Welders High Pressure Steam Pipe Fitters/fabricators Industrial Radiographer (Ir192) Hydraulic Mobile Crane Operator Millwright Mechanical Fitters

    Hydraulic Piling Rig Operator (Cfa-Mait) Thermal Insulation Applicators 6G Pressure Pipe Tig Welders High Pressure Steam Pipe Fitters/fabricators Industrial Radiographer (Ir192) Hydraulic Mobile Crane Operator Millwright Mechanical Fitters

    Job Description
    Requirements: 

    Exposure to works compliant with International Standards
    Able to meet project deadlines 
    Excellent OH&S awareness

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  • Draughtsman

    Draughtsman

    This position reports to the Technical Director and is charged with providing Technical Support to the Design Department.
    Job Responsibilities

    Preparation of drawings
    Interpretation of drawings
    Link between the Design Office and the Site
    Revising Drawings and Layouts to accommodate changes and enhancements

    Qualifications

    A minimum of a Diploma in Draightsmanship
    Proficient in AUTOCAD/TEKLA or ArchiCAD.
    3 years working experience in a busy environment
    Good ICT knowledge, especially in MS Office Suite.
    Good reporting skills.
    A high level of integrity, reporting, communication and team relations skills.

  • Project Manager Dairy Development

    Project Manager Dairy Development

    Job Description
    We are looking for a Food For Development Dairy Expert with position title of Project Manager Dairy Development to join the Tetra Laval team.
    The location for this role will ideally be East Africa – Kenya, but we are open to considering candidates from Europe and the wider GME&A region. The ideal applicant must be willing to travel extensively and especially within the African region.
    The main purpose of the role will be to work closely with DeLaval and Tetra Pak providing value-added support to our customers and stakeholders with the objective of growing their quality milk supply delivering growth and positive impact across the dairy value chain. To provide training, capacity building, and project management experience used in dairy development with the objective of ensuring successful implementation of our Dairy Hub projects. This type of practical support assists us to add-value to our customers, grow our business, and establishes good relations with local Governments, UN Agencies, NGOs, whilst promoting a positive image of the brands.
    The main responsibilities will include:

    Execute technical assistance missions supporting our on-going Dairy Hub projects by providing practical training to smallholder farmers, capacity building, monitor implementation, verify data collection, ensure that the the Dairy Hub process in place, interview with customer supply chain personnel, quality inspection.
    Work closely with DeLaval to ensure their involvement in our Dairy Hub projects and their business development opportunities are captured.
    Support Tetra Pak commercial operations to develop new Dairy Hub projects in developing countries. Organise and implement Dairy Hub projects that conform to best practices used worldwide. Providing qualitative positive impact data linked to local value chain development.
    Prepare detailed documentation that presents technical assistance mission findings and recommendations to our customers and stakeholders.
    Provide training capacity building to our customers’ personnel and extension services. Conduct assessments of analysis of the milk quality, volume, pricing analysis, and propose improvement solutions for our customers.
    Work closely with DeLaval to ensure their involvement in our Dairy Hub projects and their business development opportunities are captured.
    Drive project management and implementation for all Dairy Hub projects using our process and tools.
    Support the communication team with content material/impact data, and manuals for our Dairy Hub projects.

    Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will meet the following minimum requirements:
    University Bachelor degree within the field of Animal Veterinary Science, Biology or Agriculture
    Extensive knowledge, practical experience and expertise in dairy farming, development work, capacity building & training
    Efficient communication skills to mobilize and build the capacity of local stakeholders and to effectively work in remote areas of developing countries. Ability to effectively communicate and present to Governments, public sector, and dairy value chain stakeholders
    Knowledge on the milk procurement process and various methods utilized (experience related to dairy cows)
    Very good command of English, both written and oral is required. Additional language skills are seen as a merit

    General skills needed include: Collaboration, Project management, Reporting writing, Coaching and Training ability
    Key Relationships
    Dairy Development interacts with:

    Tetra Pak and DeLaval employees at Director and Key Account levels
    Tetra Pak and DeLaval customers at Management and Operational levels
    Dairy farmers and dairy organizations
    Representatives of Local Governments, United Nation Agencies, Development Agencies, and NGOs at the central and local levels

  • Truck Mechanic

    Truck Mechanic

    Job Description Summary
    Employees in this job will perform a variety of activities designed to service, repair and maintain pieces of company-owned trucks specifically MB Actros Volvo Trucks.  Candidates will report directly to the Central Workshop Manager communicating production requirements and maintenance needs.
    Roles & Responsibility:

    Experience in repair and maintenance of MB Actros Volvo – Trucks
    Experience in mechanical maintenance
    Experience and knowledge in diagnostics on electrical systems
    Experience and knowledge in Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems
    Experience in welding/fabricating
    Operate equipment in a safe and professional manner
    Operate and maintain equipment in a safe and clean condition
    Traveling to all our sites to offer mechanical support when needed
    Have the ability to follow through with efficiency on verbal and written instructions
    Have the ability to work alone with minimal supervision
    Maintain excellent attendance, and maintain a can-do, positive attitude
    Must pass physical exam, drug screen and background check
    Any other related duties instructed by the supervisor.

    Qualifications

    Grade 1 Mechanic or Degree in Mechanical Engineering
    Applicants should have over 5 years’ experience.
    Applicants should have high level of integrity.

  • Storeman

    Storeman

    Department: Material Management
    Reporting Structure: Head of Material Management
    Overview
    The store-man contributes to the company by providing day to day warehouse operations such as goods receipt, storage and distribution of stock, stock control, goods classification, goods returns and all relevant documentation.
    Responsibilities

    Receiving and accepting of deliveries of supplies, tools, materials, and equipment inspecting deliveries for damage, verification of quantities received against purchase orders and delivery documentation,which also includes goods returns by customers.
    Correct storing of deliveries inwards using bins and/or specialized storage containers using appropriate packaging.
    Correct recording of receipts inwards and dispatches outwards and generally maintaining stock records.
    Monitoring of minimum and maximum inventory levels and requisitioning of new stocks where minimum levels have been reached.
    Dispatch of deliveries that are numerically correct appropriately packed in accordance with Customer orders accompanied with correct delivery documentation.
    Securing return of duly signed and completed delivery documentation from customers (PODs), which are forwarded to the company’s LCS Sales department.
    Conducting interim and year-end stock counts
    Recommending stock adjustments interms of accepted obsolescence rules.
    Maintaining warehouse in a clean andorderly condition.
    Maintaining spare part documentation
    Emergency stand by service, attendto emergency deliveries outside normal trading hours
    Ensure tools are stored properly and are fully functional

    Knowledge and experience

    Warehouse operations and methods,stocks and inventory management
    Basic Knowledge of tools
    Goods issue and goods receipt practices, procedures and terminology
    Methods and techniques of effective customer service.

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies or Warehouse Management
    Minimum 4 years in a similar field
    Self-motivated,independent,solution orientated, deadline driven individual with strong time management skills
    Build mutually beneficial relationships internally and externally
    Good Communication skills both written and verbal

    Computer Skills

    MS Office
    SAP

    Other

    A certificate of good conduct
    Additional occupational training such as first aid, Health and Safety, Security awareness would be an added advantage

  • Credit Controller Future Talent Field Service Engineers

    Credit Controller Future Talent Field Service Engineers

    Tetra Pak Kenya is looking for an individual who will be in Charge for the day-to-day Customer Credit and Collection activities. Responsible for :

    Accounts Receivable including ageing follow-up.
    Works within defined functional/technical processes and procedures or methodologies and helps determine the appropriate approach for new assignments.
    Works independently and supports implementation the credit policy
    .Responsible to administer credit control and to elevate to the Credit Committee all cases where deviations occur to previously defined tolerance levels.
    Reports write downs on accounts receivable monthly as per the Financial Reporting Manual requirements.
    Reviews overdue position monthly with the aim to identify potential for bad debt and to escalate as required.
    Perfoms credit Risk assessment on all customers annually (new customers at point of creation) dependent on the specific customer circumstances and/or when customer generates significant exposure.
    Sends monthly statements of accounts to related stakeholders along with ageing report summary. Additionally, sends monthly statements of accounts to customers’ finance departments which include all that invoices issued. Arranges customer visits to solve and follow on financial / other issues impacting settlement of invoices.
    Secures customer Balance Confirmation for year end to auditors.
    Sends weekly / monthly management information and reports of accounts receivable.
    Coordinates order management with sales management & FD by checking overdue accounts and for releasing the credit block as described in the escalation process. Is informed of and updated regarding cases where a dispute or quality complains lead to the non-payment of certain invoices. Credit Controller, in cooperation, with Sales Management investigates & follows up resolution.
    Coordinates with Legal department and periodically updates lawsuit(s) progress to set action plan and make decision.
    Submits a write-off application under any of the applicable scenarios.
    Organizes credit committee meetings, sets the agenda, take minutes and follows up closure of agreed actions.

    Qualifications

    Min 3 years in a similar role in a busy commercial environment
    University business degree (B com or equivalent)
    CPA (k)
    SAP practical experience
    Solid hands on experience with excel
    Ability to multi task without losing sight of deliverables
    Excellent communication skills
    Issue resolution / problem solving skills
    Stakeholders management skills
    Good interpersonal skills including ability to work in a team
    Knowledge and good understanding of business opportunities, different finance solutions and its impact on the P&L, B/S and cash flow.
    Theoretical and practical knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS) – Local legal requirements
    Knowledge about internal control framework, processes, procedures, compliance, guidelines and the ability to monitor and ensure their deployment
    Theoretical and practical knowledge of how to use defined accounting systems and other systems e.g. MIS
    Knowledge of rules for receivables valuation, ability to organize an efficient follow-up of receivable accounts, alignment with commercial department, setting credit limits and objectives to recover payment of accounts.
    Knowledge & experience with Local Tax rules especially VAT

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  • Procurement Executive

    Procurement Executive

    Job Description
    Tetra Pak East Africa is looking for a Procurement Execute who will Support logistic activities regarding Shipping and/or Warehouse to drive cost reduction, service levels, safety and effective utilization of warehouse and logistics activities.

    Run activities to ensure goods receipts from suppliers and deliveries to customer: Fill proper documentation for all goods in/out of factory (e.g., invoices, customs documentation)
    Run proper analyses to support resolve or support issues that might arise with port / customs / transportation company
    Run process in order to deliveries to customer (e.g., from port to customer site) and link factories to customers to shipping company / road transportation
    Bring suggestion to continuous improvement for the areas
    Cordinate operational activities for level K and J (if it is needed)

    Qualifications

    3+ years of experience in Shipping, warehouse, import and export.
    Bachelor degree in Supply Chain or Related field.
    Fluent in English (read, write and speak)
    Computer skills (MS Office, SAP)

    Please complete and submit your application in English online at www.tetrapak.com no later than December 15th. 2017.

    3+ years of experience in Shipping, warehouse, import and export.
    Bachelor degree in Supply Chain or Related field.
    Fluent in English (read, write and speak)
    Computer skills (MS Office, SAP)

    Please complete and submit your application in English online at www.tetrapak.com no later than December 15th. 2017.