Website: Website http://www.sheerlogic.co.ke/

  • Area Trade Marketer

    Area Trade Marketer

    Route to Market and Sales Management.

    Will recruit all trading outlets in the area.
    Will classify the outlets into their convenient type as Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronzekiosks, etc.
    Achieve the daily sales targets: customer categories as Depots and distributorskiosks, etc.
    Responsible for all the routes management in the respective area.

    Distribution and Territory Management

    Ensure placement of marketing materials and POS to drive dominant visibility in the region.
    Daily monitoring and Mentoring of Business Partner assigned assigned to Mini Bakeries to ensure there is effective and efficient route coverage.
    Visit all customers Partners and area at least once per week.
    Plan and implement area itinerary with guidance and agreement from the RSM a
    Monthly updating of outlet universe & Channel segmentation.

    Manage, coordinate and Support Mini Bakery business and institutions in the area

    Daily analyze performance of Mini Bakery business partner.
    To analyze and ensure Mini Bakery business partner’s infrastructure & ensure they are working on a daily basis.
    Implement merchandising concepts.
    To coordinate weekly meetings at business partner area with their team as well as key stakeholders and send MOM to Regional Sales Manager.

    Prepare Daily Reports for Regional Sales managers for reviews.

    Prepare a daily report to be given to the Regional Sales Manager.
    Assist in filling monthly sales report.
    Prepare weekly route plans.

    ACCOUNTABILITIES:

    Increase sales volumes both in width & Depth
    Increase Category availability and Visibility.

    Qualifications

    Degree/Diploma in Sales and Marketing.
    Minimum of 3 -5 years’ experience in Sales and marketing
    Between 27 -35 Yrs. Of age
    Demonstrable experience in negotiating and meeting client’s requirements.
    In-depth understanding of sales performance metrics.
    Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
    Strong communication skills.
    Availability to travel as needed.

    EXPERIENCE:

    Must have worked in a similar position for an FMCG company
    At least 3 years minimum experience

    COMPETENCIES:

    Computer literate
    Target Oriented
    Good communication skills (Written & Spoken)
    Exhibits a respectful, professional, and convincing communication style
    should be willing to travel on sales assignments
    Demonstrates the ability to work with and establish trust/credibility with diverse peopl

  • PA To Managing Director

    PA To Managing Director

    Sheer Logic Management Consultants is seeking to engage a dynamic individual for a PA to Managing Director position for one of our clients.
    Responsible for management of the CEO’s office matters while conducting all administrative duties (Including Expat management) in order to ensure the smooth flow of work and activities within the office and promoting good relations with other Departmental Heads, Expats and external clients
    Responsibilities

    Ensuring that all correspondence (both incoming and outgoing) are disseminated and processed effectively
    Ensuring that In charge of effective dissemination of information and notices within the department and to other departmental heads
    Handling incoming telephone calls/faxes and confidential matters.
    Liaison between Department and internal clients.
    Ordering of stationery for the department
    Ensures that the required documentation is prepared in a timely manner and submitted to the immigration authorities and follow up to ensure that the visas/work permits are issued.
    Maintains optimal relationships with the relevant Government officials to help ensure that applications are approved.
    Ensure payments as per Expat benefit is effected in a timely manner e.g. school fees, rent, vacation tickets
    Processing of business travel applications and follow up for validation of same
    Document and distribute minutes from meeting and follow up on action points from responsible parties
    Present documents for CEO’s sign off as presented by respective parties within the company
    Enter payments to the system and follow up approvers and process until payment is made
    Handling and screening visitors
    Book meetings appropriately and in agreement with the CEO
    Usher in guests as per the CEO’s scheduled diary
    Prepare accordingly for each meeting for the CEO by ensuring availability of accommodations and refreshments if required
    Receive on behalf of CEO and disclose all gifts as received from vendors  and  external  parties  as  per  the  code  of conduct
    Follow up and brief CEO on scheduled events and projects as directed
    Sit in the events CFT committee to ensure all events meet minimum company standards

    Qualifications

    High Degree of Integrity
    Capable of working under minimum supervision
    Hardworking, resilient and pro active
    Excellent communication – both written and spoken
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Mature – able to engage Senior Management and VIP guests
    Good organizational
    Willing to learn
    Good multitasking skills

    Educational Level

    Minimum of Diploma in Secretarial Studies
    Well versed in MS Computer packages i.e. Word/ Excel/ PowerPoint
    5 years’ experience in a busy environment

  • Sales Executives 

Client Services Coordinator 

Sales & Volume Analyst

    Sales Executives Client Services Coordinator Sales & Volume Analyst

    Job Details
    Maximizes sales revenue by working through and with distributors, dealers and other partners. to build a robust sustainable distribution network on the ground
    Responsibilities

    Assures the achievement of agreed sales and revenue targets through distributors, dealers and other partners that resell the products and services:
    Implements assigned action plans aimed at achieving sales and revenue targets including selling products and services primarily to outlets on the ground
    Closely monitors distributors/partners against anticipated sales revenue and ensures on-target performance is achieved
    Recruit new outlets and agents while monitoring stock levels both at distributor level and in the tradeWork alongside distributors and their staff to carry out all the required activities to achieve set targets including the distribution of branding and promotion materials to enhance visibility
    Identifies gaps in the distribution chain and brings them to management attention for action
    Maintains sales records, prepares and submit sales reports as required ensure consistent availability of products and services with a view to increase subscriber numbers and achieve revenue targets
    Develops strong relationships with acquired agents and outlets to ensure sensitivity to the customer’s needs, concerns and emerging requirements.

    Qualifications

    Minimum qualification is University Degree
    IT literate and tech savvy with devices
    6 months – 1 year work experience in retail sales within the FMCG industry will be an added advantage

    Competencies

    Confidence
    Good understanding of basic business principles
    Strong analytical and problem solving skills
    Excellent planning and organization skills
    Goal oriented
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Excellent and effective communications skills, both orally and in writing

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  • Human Resource Manager 

Assistant Site Technician

    Human Resource Manager Assistant Site Technician

    Job Description

    Support business growth through organisational design together with business leaders and provide in-time recruitment solution.
    Support development of clear case for organizational change, desired outcomes, accurate scope, clear roles and decision-making.
    Identifying trends and recommend solutions to improve employee performance, retention, and development and employee value proposition.
    Design, lead, and work closely with heads of departments to ensure HR initiatives/programs are implemented effectively within the division.
    Work with business leaders to define the organization structure, key measurement, key success factor.
    Facilitate implementation of a feedback mechanism at strategic touch points to facilitate open discussions of organizational improvement opportunities from employees.
    Ensure all HR practices; records are in full compliance with statutory requirements.
    Creates a measurement system and/or tools to assess understanding, buy-in and support of HR change management activities.
    Participate in other HR projects, programs or activities, as assigned.
    Build and maintain a positive organizational culture across the organization.
    Ensure top class work place discipline is maintained across the institution.
    Payroll administration.
    Policies and processes development and documentation.

    Qualifications.

    A minimum of bachelor’s degree in Human Resource or equivalent field from a recognized institution.
    3 years’ experience in Banking/Microfinance industry will be an added advantage.
    Good interpersonal and communication skills.
    Proven track record of success in ambiguous and complex environments.
    Developing Standards, Fostering Teamwork, Management Proficiency,
    Promoting Process Improvement, Building Relationships and People Skills.

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  • Business Planning Analyst

    Business Planning Analyst

    Responsibilities

    Ensure that all business cases are properly validated within the set timelines
    Assist project owners in economically evaluating the business benefits of all new projects
    Manage and track post project implementation to ensure returns as anticipated during project formulation are achieved
    Revenue and Direct Costs Analysis and Reporting
    Prepare analysis of actual Revenue and Direct Costs performance broken down into detailed drivers of the performance.
    Benchmark performance against Competition and other relevant international performance benchmarks
    Revenue Analysis-ARPU analysis, MOU & Subs analysis,

    Typical activities
    Prepare monthly performance reporting pack, covering in detail:-

    Revenue drivers and performance including:- Subs, MOU, PPM, ARPU
    Regional Performance
    Channel Performance
    Direct cost performance
    Product line profitability analyses
    Set-up mechanisms for Pre & Post launch analysis and reviews especially for new tariffs, promotions, products and services
    Provide IT and Accounting with specifications detailing information requirements in order to better analyse and report on the performance of the business.
    Decision Support
    Set-up mechanisms to provide financial and business checks for Commercial decisions
    Proposed pricing, financial reviews
    Assisting project owners in economically evaluating the business benefits of all new projects
    Assist in improving the financial awareness in other Divisions of the financial impact of their investment and budgetary decisions on the financial performance of the business e.g. cash flows,
    Review business cases developed by various departments, specifically the Commercial Department
    Preparation of periodic (Daily, Monthly & Quarterly) reports to enable management evaluate performance and take appropriate action
    Monthly review and reporting on key business metrics (traffic, revenues and customers) as captured by the Management Analysis and Performance pack (MAPA).
    Preparation of monthly performance reports for presentation to Management
    Periodic preparation of a the board pack so as to update the Board members on the business’ operations and key interventions needed at Board level.
    Fulfill part of the firm’s legal/regulatory obligations in providing updated information as required by regulatory/state – mandated statistical bodies planning by the Central team
    Benchmark performance against competition and other relevant international performance benchmarks

    Trend and Variance Analysis
    Providing monthly commentaries with inputs from the various departments on activities undertaken and their impact on revenue and costs to enhance management decision making capacity
    Monitoring performance against budget, ensuring that variances are explained and corrective action taken
    Product/Segment profitability analysis
    Assist in preparation of monthly revenue bucket P& L analysis
    In-depth analysis of key drivers of price/cost and volume for each revenue buckets
    Perform distribution margins analysis
    Sites performance analysis
    Investment Analysis
    Assist in improving the commercial awareness in all division of the financial impact of their investment and budgetary decisions on the financial performance of the business e.g. cash flows, return on investment etc.
    Ensure ROI for all asset categories is properly defined and enhanced to drive returns for capital investments
    Prepare monthly profitability/ Asset quality analysis reports to provide more analysis of the business revenue, cost centers and investments
    Ensure that all Opex and Capex spend requests are within budget and if not appropriate overrides have been sought
    Understand causes of variances against plan and propose remedial actions

    Requirements

    University Degree
    ACCA/CPA/CFA or in the process of getting the professional Qualification
    Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)
    Minimum 3 years in FMCG or Telecoms; In-depth knowledge of the telecoms industry advantageous.
    Experience in carrying out quantitative and qualitative analytical reviews on financial statement items
    Proficiency in MS Office suite. Excellent skills in Excel
    Proven ability to analyze complex business issues and identify, design and implement effectivepractical recommendations
    High level of commitment
    Attention to detail
    Good interpersonal skills
    Strong analytical and problem solving skills
    Excellent communication and presentation skills

  • Agribusiness Manager

    Agribusiness Manager

    This position is responsible for developing and executing agriculture strategy. This involves market research, managing and developing the agribusiness insurance line by generating new business and improving performance of the existing business. The position is also responsible for ensuring the enforcement of effective credit control, delivery of set loss ratio and claims management framework.
    Responsibilities

    Developing and executing the agriculture business strategy;
    Forecast sales targets and ensure they are met by the team.
    Building and strengthening business relationships with existing and prospective clients to achieve performance targets;
    Track and record activity on accounts and assist in closing deals to meet these targets
    Conducting market research and exploring opportunities presented by the market to develop innovative agribusiness insurance products and solutions that meet customer needs;
    Developing and constantly updating underwriting service standards and manuals in line with the customer service charter;
    Managing the business portfolio through prudent underwriting in order to achieve the targeted business mix and loss ratio;
    Periodically reviewing the underwriting and risk factors facing the agribusiness insurance book and implement strategies that will ensure profitable growth;
    Liaising and negotiating terms with specialists and other service providers such as veterinary doctors, agronomists, research institutions  etc. for risk assessment, risk analysis, and overall business management;
    Developing business plans and project proposals to the management, partners and donors for support in implementation of departmental business objectives;
    Complying with statutory, regulatory and internal control processes at the business units including internal and external audit recommendations;
    Collecting outstanding premium debtors within the credit control policy;
    Managing claims in the agribusiness line of business;

    GENERIC DUTIES

    Develop agribusiness budget and business plans to achieve the set company targets
    Entrench performance based appraisal of departmental staff in line with their set KPIs and departmental targets.
    Participate in company CSR and brand building activities in liaison with other departments
    Train, coach and mentor staff in order to improve performance and cohesion within the department
    Implement interdepartmental SLA in liaison with other departmental heads
    Participate in management meeting, projects and committees as assigned
    In liaison with the HOD, attend industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provide feedback and information on market and creative trends.
    In liaison with the HOD, identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales.

     Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/Agribusiness Management/Agricultural Economics/Horticulture/ Animal Science/Agricultural Education or an equivalent.
    Diploma in Insurance
    At least 8 years relevant experience with at least 3 years managerial experience

    SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

    Management skills
    Training skills
    Analytical skills
    Networking skills
    Interpersonal and Communication skills
    Proven team and client relationship management skills

  • Client Relationship Manager

    Client Relationship Manager

    The purpose of this position is to provide HR related functions to one of our clients.
    Responsibilities
    Manage all the HR related functions for our client. Specific roles include:

    Payroll management;
    Manage safety & health programmes;
    Handle discipline issues;
    Supervise workers and ensure that they are productive;
    Handle industrial relations;
    Allocating assignments to employees;
    Handle grievances;
    Reward Management;
    Training and Development; and
    Any other duty that may be assigned.

    Competencies

    Degree qualification in Human Resource Management/Humanities/Social Sciences;
    Experience in employee relations is mandatory;
    Diploma in HR from a recognized institution
    Professional training in HR will be an added advantage;
    Minimum 3 – 5 years of post-qualification experience in a busy environment;
    Member of IHRM with a practicing certificate
    Experience of communicating at all levels up to and including senior management;
    Problem-solving and negotiation skills;
    Initiative and the ability to offer new ideas;
    Organizational and planning skills;
    Personal commitment to improving your own knowledge and skills;
    Ability to meet strict deadlines; and
    Personal commitment to improving your own knowledge and skills.

  • Motor Technician

    Motor Technician

    Job Description

    To provide a technical and diagnostic service within the service department
    To advise mechanics on methods of accomplishing repairs where necessary
    To utilise modern diagnostic equipment to maximum in effecting vehicle service and to interpret findings
    To discuss service details with customer as required
    To accomplish servicing of electronic equipment as required
    Responsible for:- Advice and support to mechanics on technical matters and providing advice generally
    Relationships with:- Service Manager and Foreman, Mechanics, Customers and Sales Staff

    Objectives & Key Tasks
    Improved profitability

    To carry out fault diagnosis to aid and speed vehicle servicing
    To ensure diagnostic equipment is used in target of vehicle examinations
    To take all steps to ensure servicing of vehicle, remains within target of manufacturers’ time

    Customer Service

    To ensure faults are accurately diagnosed to customers’ satisfaction
    To discuss matters with customers as required and provide lucid explanations
    To co-operate in vehicle care and safety whilst dealing with vehicles
    To ensure vehicles are returned to customer after service in neat, clean condition

    Cost Control

    Ensure diagnosis leads to most cost-effective and accurate remedy to fault or customer complaint
    To be always ready to give advice or use techniques which ensure quality but save time

    Staff

    To provide a fault finding and systems diagnostic service on motor vehicles to aid and speed the work of mechanics

    Administration

    To complete forms and documentation included in the company’s service routine
    To draft and prepare any reports required

    Communications

    Maintain effective liaison with Service Foreman
    To ensure that all instructions to mechanics are clear and understood
    To ensure that any communication with customers is clear and fully answers queries raised

    Marketing

    To be prepared to make suggestions and give advice regarding any special promotional campaign
    To take part, if required, in such campaigns

    Finance

    To make recommendations only on plant and equipment

    Qualifications

    To have served a full apprenticeship in the motor trade.
    To have completed a full technological course of further education.
    To have gained all-round experience and training on manufacturer’s range.
    To demonstrate leadership qualities.

  • HR Officer

    HR Officer

    Job Details

    Drawing of the employment of Employment Contracts
    Onboarding of the staff
    Collection of all original source of data(HR metrics)
    Maintain quality and consistency of HRIS database information to be shared with the Documentation Officer as well as Payroll Administration.
    HR Support
    Contracting the newly acquired employees to come and sign their contract letters.
    Receiving of the information from the Account Managers in regard to now staff
    Communicating with the account managers in regard to near expiring contracts.
    Provision of back office support to account managers in your portfolio
    Relating with the staff as first point of contract when they are seeking help from the office
    Identify opportunities for improving Human Resource processes through information system changes
    Maintain the accuracy for the information passed on to the Finance Manager, HRMS and any other stakeholders .This includes inputting and amendment of employment records relating to contractual status ,leave and termination ]n of employment records.
    Responsible for record management, ensuring tracking mechanisms are in place, ensuring all relevant employment records are in place.
    Final pay certificates, certificates of service.
    Embassy and bank loan letters
    Salary Advance.
    Payroll.
    Disciplinary process.

  • Commercialisation Manager

    Commercialisation Manager

    Leadership of Commercialisation:

    Project KPIs are delivered
    The execution of launch plans is delivered with excellence
    ‘Best in class’ customer proposals and commercial toolkits are delivered
    Great customer insights are contributed to projects
    Market Commercial Teams and customers are engaged to flawlessly execute our plans and Point of purchase marketing programmes
    Marketing and Retail Execution are engaged to ensure programmes are embedded and delivered
    Support Spirits Shopper Marketing Manager to deliver the Spirits AOP
    Manage the project pipeline and activity calendar.
    Support the setting and lead ongoing tracking of KPIs
    Lead Performance conversations to affect positive change and growth
    Troubleshoot issues, support interventions when needed
    Develop mitigation plans to ensure delivery of spirits AOP

    Decision maker for:

    Commercialisation program recommendations in gate papers
    Standards of execution by project
    Development of best in class commercialisation programmes by project

    Functional Capabilities

    Customer, Shopper and Consumer insight
    Applies powerful insights to create competitive advantage
    Creates strategies that win
     Develops commercialisation strategies and plans that beat the competition
    Inspires others to deliver breakthrough content & brilliant execution
    Creates clear ways of working with other functions to generate compelling solutions
    Creates the conditions for people to succeed
     Builds alignment. Commits to outstanding teamwork
    Be authentic
    Builds and sustains trust with others through real relationships cross functionally
    Constantly deliver great performance –
    Demonstrates deep personal accountability for great performance
    Stays focused on priorities – demonstrates rigour and brilliant execution

    Qualifications

    Very commercially astute and understands key commercial drivers
    Original thinkers and dynamic.
    Innovative and result oriented.
    Competent in P&L management
    Strong consumer and customer marketing/sales capabilities
    Excellent analytical skills
    Strong communication skills
    Engaging presentation capability
    Highly skilled in fostering commitment and creating alignment across consumer and customer agenda
    Ability to work with ambiguity and at pace with multiple projects
    Sufficient gravitas to present to and influence key customers at a senior level
    Graduates with strong Sales and Marketing-3-5 years’ experience

    The gross salary is about KES.250, 000.