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  • Supply Chain Coordinator Brands Assistant Executive

    Supply Chain Coordinator Brands Assistant Executive

    Job Purpose;
    The Supply Chain Coordinator shall be responsible for sourcing planning for all raw materials, actual procurement, receipt and warehousing of supplies and finished goods. He /She will be reporting to Chief Finance Officer.
    Management Responsibility

    Steer the Supply Chain KPI delivery and reporting.
    Ensures internal and external customers’ expectations and requirements are met from end to end for each of the supply chains players.

    Job Responsibilities

    Assist in the formulation and implementation of the company’s supply chain strategy
    Assist in the formulation of company’s procurement policy and the procedures to execute the policies.
    Plan supplies and execute procurement of goods and services within the company.
    Map the seasonality of raw materials, supplier hubs and develop a timely and sustainable sourcing plan
    Oversee the stores operations and ensure that the stocks are aligned to both production and sales demands.
    Provide leadership to all junior staff in the department and coordinate the activities for smooth running and achieving departmental goals.
    The supply chain coordinator shall: –

    Assist Accounts Payable section with payment to creditors as per agreed terms.
    Prepare all tender documents, draft specific terms for contracts and develop selection criteria for the same.
    Implement all sourcing plan.
    Pre-qualify suppliers, register and maintain supplier database.
    Develop a supplier performance evaluation process.
    Report appropriately to Chief Finance Officer, the CEO, Head of departments and other external users.
    Develop KPIs for measuring service delivery for the different Supply Chain areas

    Participate fully in scheduled quality audits and project assessments of Procurement and Supply Chain functions and with those functions that interface / integrate with the same.
    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the CEO.

    Qualifications

    Degree in operations, Procurement and supply chain or a relevant field
    Should have 3- 6 years of experience
    Good negotiation skills
    The ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines

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  • Technical Commercial Manager Operations Head

    Technical Commercial Manager Operations Head

    Job Description
    Job Purpose;
    The primary task for this position is to increase business opportunities for the organization by developing and executing Sales strategies that will enhance customer acquisition & retention, product development & delivery and support the smooth running of the organization
    MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES;

    Strategy implementation to achieve service excellence during installation and after sales.
    Create a strong team of technicians who are sound technically, motivated through regular trainings and understand service delivery levels.
    Create and offer to customers of Bronze, Silver and Gold service contracts with different terms of operations.
    Ensure good interaction with our suppliers to ensure that we are up to date with knowledge and tools.
    Achieve sufficient revenue out of the opportunities available in servicing our installations by sale of spares.
    Work with Sales Managers to ensure that our Services excellence add value to Sales process and brings huge goodwill.
    Management of operational tools and controlling and maintaining of spare parts stocks.
    Managing Repair and maintenance of machinery, equipment and appliances both for Sheffield and Customer either at site or in the Workshop. This may include preparing quotations, sourcing, modifications etc.
    Preparing Annual Maintenance Contracts and Free Maintenance Contracts Proposals.
    Planning and scheduling for execution to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
    Documenting reports and maintaining daily, weekly and Monthly reports

    SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS;

    Should have Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
    The candidate should have at least 10 Years working experience in Manufacturing industry.
    Excellent communicator and can work under pressure.
    Possess good customer service skills.
    Should be dynamic with good problem-solving skills.
    Should demonstrate strong leadership and ability to couch and motivate teams.
    Good interpersonal skill

    All applications should be done on or before close of business 5th October 2018.
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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  • Shift Engineer Mechanical

    Shift Engineer Mechanical

    Job Purpose;
    The primary task for this position is planning and coordinating mechanical engineering services provided to production and assisting in projects to ensure machine availability and deliver quality products as per the key deliverables.
    Job Responsibilities

    Implement procedures and processes to ensure compliance of the Integrated Management System (Quality, EMS, OHS) and regulatory standards.
    Implementing TPM plans and monitoring the activities in the engineering and production areas, and provide the MTBF and MTTR monthly report for his respective allocated Value stream.
    Coordinating and supervising both preventive and predictive machine maintenance activities to ensure availability of the machines for production within the plant.
    Training engineering team to improve competencies, and therefore ensure safe repairs and maintenance activities, high quality of maintenance work and improve analysis of issues.
    Coordinate with Engineering spares for maintaining the critical spares and managing the Inventory of regular consumables.
    In liaison with the project teams, carry out installation and commissioning of new machines including monitoring performance and carrying out corrective measures & Learning the operations. Executing the departmental strategy through​ processes and procedures/standard achieve the institutions objectives- Ensure All safeties of the m/c are in proper working condition, always creating a safe working environment for the operators and the staff of the allocated responsible value stream.
    Reporting to the Engineering Supervisor for any matters arising regarding the mechanical activities within the plant by daily report
    Responsible for talent management in the department including coaching, mentoring, developing, training and evaluating staff to achieve highest levels of performance.

    Key Deliverables

    Deliver maximum availability of the machinery and equipment in the plant and increasing MTBF
    Ensure repairs and maintenance carried out at highest standards of safety and quality to improve machine performance, and reduce rework/reject production during operation
    Coordinate engineering team activities, to have highest impact on EBITDA of the business, by prioritizing based on business and production plans.
    Reduce cost of repairs and maintenance by ensuring works is done first time right, and analyzing areas of high cost, developing corrective and preventive actions for this.

    Qualifications

    Should have Higher Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering
    Should have a Knowledge in Pneumatics & Hydraulics.
    At-least 5-year relevant experience in food Manufacturing industry.
    Should have Supervisory, Engineering, Analytical, Employee Relation and Lean Management Skills
    Should be Customer Centric and Curious towards the job

  • Commercial Manager

    Commercial Manager

    Job Purpose;
    To formulate and implement sales and marketing strategies to ensure increased revenue, profits, market share and customer satisfaction and the realization of short term and long-term corporate marketing objectives.
    Job Responsibilities

    Looks for opportunities to grow a business, whether through partnerships or new initiatives, and works to take advantage of those opportunities
    Analyses sales and other reports that give insight into how a company can adjust to improve performance
    Develop and implement marketing plans and strategies to grow, achieve and exceed market share and sales revenue target
    Target market – customers by segment, product line, geographic area, sales volumes, industry etc.
    Analyze competition – by name, market share, products, pricing strategy, physical address, level of competitiveness, and comparative strengths and weaknesses
    Set targets and sales forecasts and ensure they are achieve
    Prepare and control departmental budgets
    A comprehensive departmental budget covering all product lines and sales activities
    Device and support distribution strategies
    A clear route to market strategies and plans for all company products and services
    Establish and maintain good corporate relations and implement customer retention management programmes
    Develop the right expertise in soft skills in lobbying, networking and negotiating with agencies, government authorities, and regulators
    Ensure high-level company branding and visibility in the market

    Qualifications

    Degree in Business management or a related course.
    Minimum of 8 years of experience in a similar role especially in manufacturing.
    A master’s degree is an added advantage
    Proven entrepreneurial, people management and relationship management skills
    High energy and perseverance with tenacity
    Must demonstrate strong business acumen & commercial awareness
    Ability to manage large and complex operations.

  • Office Administrator and Office Coordinator

    Office Administrator and Office Coordinator

    Job Purpose;
    The primary purpose of this role is to create and maintain a pleasant work environment, ensuring high levels of organizational effectiveness, communication and safety.
    Responsibilities

    Handling office files and maintaining an effective filing system.
    Receiving, sorting, registering and distributing incoming mails for the assigned office for action.
    Coordinate all communication between third parties and the internal team.
    Welcomes visitors and handle all inquires
    Assists in the ordering, receiving, stocking and distribution of office supplies.
    He or she will be in charge of opening and closing of Office
    Prepare statistical daily, weekly and monthly reports.
    Logistics – manage orders imports and clearing thereof
    Manage and Co-ordinate local customer deliveries
    Basic day to day SAP data entries

    Job Qualifications

    Office Administration Experience
    Entry Level CPA preferred
    Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience
    Good computer skills, Microsoft programmes
    Have the ability to learn and grow Customer Service experience preferred
    Excellent Communication skills – written and verbal
    Process oriented

  • Personal Assistant

    Personal Assistant

    Responsibilities

    Devising and maintaining office systems, including data management and filing;
    Arranging travel, visas and accommodation and, occasionally, travelling with the manager to take notes or dictation at meetings or to provide general assistance during presentations;
    Screening phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate;
    Manage the corporate communications portfolio on behalf of the Directors
    Planning, organizing and managing event
    Provide secretarial support to the Board by organizing meetings, preparation of agendas, minutes and board papers and liaising with Board committee Chairpersons as required
    Maintain an accurate record of Board meetings notices, attendance records and minutes of meetings
    Notify Board members of Board meetings with sufficient notice, organize Board and Board committee meetings, distribute board papers and support Board members’ travel arrangements

    Job Qualifications

    Degree in Communication and Public relations, Business Management or the equivalent
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office package
    She should have a minimum of 8 years of experience in a similar position
    Strong personality, team player and with a high level of integrity
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    An understanding of corporate governance protocol
    Digital savvy
    She should be a Kenyan citizen

  • FMCG Category Manager

    FMCG Category Manager

    Planning and executing strategies of respective categories across the sales & distribution, marketing and part of the supply chain functions to satisfy consumer and maximize sales.
    Key Deliverables

    Formulate and implement product category sales and marketing strategies.
    Responsible for sales growth and EBITDA target achievement for category
    Managing and controlling category budgets

    Duties

    Lead and Manage the departmental strategy through processes and procedures/standard achieve the organization’s objectives
    Developing and cascading the Section targets through a performance management structure while inspiring team to achieve the section scorecard in line with overall objective
    Ensuring respective category is available and visible at all points of sales in general and modern trade.
    Planning, budgeting and executing of advertising and promotional activities for the category, leveraging on consumer marketing platforms.
    Ensuring merchandising material is appropriately placed at all Point of Sales (POS).
    Forecast demand for their category based on marketing plans and external factors.
    Identifying growth and innovation opportunities through generation of consumer and market insights.
    Responsible for competitive analysis and ensure pricing and value chain models are competitive and well defined for their category.
    Responsible talent management in the department including coaching, mentoring, developing, motivating, training and evaluating staff to achieve highest levels of performance
    Benchmarking and implementing best practices in category management & respective areas of work
    Implementing product quality, customer & Service Excellence and Change initiatives to achieve desired business plans and culture.

    Job  Qualifications

    Degree in Sales and Marketing
    CIM Certificate
    At-least 5 year(s) relevant experience
    Track record of managing successful teams
    Good communication skills
    Analytical skills
    Negotiation skills
    Creative thinking
    Person of high integrity.

  • Area Sales Manager – Nyanza Region Brand Executive

    Area Sales Manager – Nyanza Region Brand Executive

    Our client in FMCG Industry is seeking to fill the position of Area Sales Manager – Nyanza Region. The Successful candidates will report to the Country Sales Manager.
    Responsibility;

    Implementing the sales strategywhile monitoring the scope areas in line with overall strategy, policies, processes and procedures achieve the institutions objectives.
    Acquiring new direct and indirect customers to enhance business scope.
    Implement route to market, ensuring accurate and timely tracking & reporting of primary and secondary sales of teams.
    Developing customer relationships through regular operational reviews to ensure that product availability, distribution and seize opportunities.
    Ensuring achievement of secondary sales targets through distributors, monitoring and reporting to achieve respective set territory objectives.
    Cascading the area sales targets through a performance management structure while inspiring team to achieve the section scorecard in line with overall objective.
    Reporting market trends, competitive information on sales, product development and merchandising for growth of sales and profitability.
    Achieve on time in-full and error free customer orders and liquidate slow moving and dead stocks.
    Managing talent in respective territory including coaching, mentoring, developing, motivating, training and evaluating staff to achieve highest levels of performance
    Implementing best practices in respective areas of work
    Implementing product quality, customer & Service Excellence and Change initiatives to achieve desired business plans and culture.

    Qualifications;

    Degree in Sales and marketing.
    At least 5 years’ experience in a similar position.
    Track record for success
    Leadership Skills
    Sales & Marketing Skills
    Customer Relations Management
    Analytical Skills
    Decision Making Skills
    Reporting Skills

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  • FMCG Quality Manager

    FMCG Quality Manager

    Job Details
    The successful candidate will be in charge of ensuring that all aspects of Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures, systems and policies are maintained to ensure that products meet the established standards of quality including usability, regulatory approval and performance
    Job summary;
    Responsible for formulating, documenting and maintaining Quality Assurance and Control standards & policies and ongoing quality control objectives, maintaining and improving quality standards to create consumer preference and implementing and monitoring regulatory standards.
    Duties

    Develop, interpret and implement Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures and standards, including SOP, KPI’s, GMP’s etc.;
    Evaluate adequacy of Quality Assurance and Quality Control standards.
    Ensuring compliance to all statutory and system requirements e.g.
    Sustaining ISO standards and managing audits & transitions.
    Devise sampling procedures and directions for recording and reporting quality data.
    Review the implementation and efficiency of quality and inspection systems.
    Plan, conduct and monitor testing and inspection of materials and products to ensure finished product quality.
    Document internal audits and other quality assurance activities.
    Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues and develop, recommend and monitor corrective and preventive actions.
    Analyze data to identify areas for improvement in the quality system and prepare reports to communicate outcomes of quality activities.
    Identify training needs and organize training interventions to meet quality standards
    Coordinate and support on-site audits conducted by external providers and evaluate audit findings to develop and implement appropriate corrective actions
    Ensuring quality of processes from supplier materials for production.
    Responsible for document management systems
    Developing and cascading the individual targets through a performance management structure while inspiring team to achieve the departmental scorecard in line with overall objective
    Implementing best practices in quality management & respective areas of work

    Job Qualifications

    Bachelors’ Degree in a Science related field
    At least 7 years’ relevant experience with implementation of corrective action programs
    IT and SAP skills
    Analytical, interpersonal and problem solving  skills
    Total Quality Management (TQM) skills
    Possesses excellent communication, presentation and decision making skills
    Must have good commercial acumen and negotiation skills
    Able to analyze data and sales statistics and translate results into sales opportunities
    Person of high integrity.

  • Category Manager

    Category Manager

    Job Details
    The successful candidate will be in charge of implementing category management plans, optimizing marketing, sales and distribution strategy of the assigned category, by effectively executing approved plans and strategies.
    Job summary
    Responsible for implementing product category sales, marketing & distribution strategies, sales growth and EBITDA target achievement for category, establishing & implementing support systems for execution excellence and achieving category cost targets.
    Job Responsibilities

    Implement the departmental strategy through processes and procedures to achieve the organization’s objective
    Ensuring respective category is available and visible at all points of sales in general and modern trade
    Execute agreed and approved strategies and plans including promotions, merchandising activities, launches, activations (ATL&BTL)
    Ensuring merchandising material is appropriately placed at all Point of Sales (POS)
    Identifying growth and innovation opportunities through generation of consumer and market insights
    Conduct regular and continuous monitoring and competitor activities and recommend appropriate measures
    Developing and cascading the individual targets through a performance management structure while inspiring the team to achieve the section scorecard in line with the overall objective
    Generation of periodic relevant reports on category performance
    Implementing best practices in category management and respective areas of work
    Implementing product quality, customer and service excellence and change initiatives to achieve desired business plans and culture

    Requirements

    Degree in Sales and Marketing
    At least 3 years’ relevant experience
    CIM Certificate
    Analytical, interpersonal and problem solving  skills
    Possesses excellent communication, presentation and decision making skills
    Must have good commercial acumen and negotiation skills
    Able to analyze data and sales statistics and translate results into sales opportunities
    Person of high integrity