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  • Procurement Assistant

    Procurement Assistant

    This position will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods and services for the organization, management and stock management through optimizing inventory level of stores and logistics coordination.
    Job Accountabilities:
    Stock Management:

    Ensuring stock count is done on the last day of each month and stocks figures entered in the ERP system on time.
    Ensuring proper inventory control procedures.
    Monitoring stock movement.
    Carrying out regular stock analysis to mitigate stock outs.
    Overseeing daily IT sales reports and accessories from the branches.
    Updating the Master File
    Preparing weekly stock reports.
    Overseeing aging stocks and expiries, stock rotations and warranty follow ups

    Purchasing & Supplies Management:

    Ensuring all purchases are according to the organizations policy
    Ensuring that all suppliers and internal requests are handled courteously and in a timely manner.
    Ensuring that Purchase Cycle documents are done the same day of purchase.
    Negotiating on prices and payment terms with suppliers.
    Ensuring quality products and services are sourced and supplied at the best prices.
    Liaising with freight forwarders and coordinate clearance of imports for all the projects currently on progress
    Ensuring that all imports documentation are received and costing is done for each consignment

    Reporting:

    Preparing monthly stock reports
    Ensuring product and branch profitability report is done bi-monthly.

    Logistics:

    Maintaining an effective logistics schedule
    Managing the logistics team i.e. drivers and riders
    Ensuring that company interests are taken care off by effectively taking care of the company’s assets.
    Ensuring safety of goods and people being transported to and from the office.
    Ensuring goods ordered are collected on time and deliveries are done to the client on time

    Qualifications

    Degree in business, procurement or related field
    Professional Course in Procurement
    At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role preferably in an ICT firm
    Good negotiation skills
    Result oriented and excellent analytical skills
    Ability to work independently with minimal support
    Ability to work under pressure and deliver on time
    Attention to detail – achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task
    Customer focus – recognize both internal and external customer’s needs and balances available resources and skills to strive to exceed them.
    Problem solving skills – be able to break down problems into their essential elements, stay focused on the issue, formulate and assess alternatives

  • Security Supervisor

    Security Supervisor

    Reporting to the General Manager, the Security Supervisor is responsible for formulating, coordinating and implementing of an effective security plan and surveillance network to ensure safety and security of the company, employees, products, customers, and their product while in the company premises.
    Accountabilities

    Developing information and intelligence systems and other support mechanisms facilitate prosecution of offending parties
    Overseeing reporting procedure that tracts security incidents for improving prevention mechanisms
    Establishing and implementing strategies to prevent unauthorized entry of persons, vehicles and goods to the company premises and to restricted areas by carrying out security checks
    Conducting investigation into all reported cases of theft, fraud, accidents, damages, injuries, assault and where requested customer complaints
    Supporting management to observe compliance of corporate policies
    Assessing and investigating all forms of threats that might lead to breach of security and safety and proactively responding to situations with mitigating measures
    Keeping management and staff up-dated on security developments and/or risks that may affect the company and makes recommendation to minimize such risks
    Maintaining records of acts of unlawful interference or crime for possible prosecution or other reference

    Job Qualifications:

    A minimum of Diploma in a relevant field
    A minimum of 4 years’ experience in Security Management, 2 of which should be in a senior role
    Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures and strategies to promote effective security operations for employees and assets
    Experience with Windows Servers
    Knowledge of Security Management softwares
    Knowledge on relevant national laws and guidelines regarding emergenc

  • Receptionist Sales Manager

    Receptionist Sales Manager

    Our client is in the hospitality business with four (4) hotel units operating across the country ranging from a 3-star budget business hotel to a 5-star luxury camp.
    They are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and self-driven professional to fill in the following position in their Nairobi office.
    The position will be responsible for ensuring effective front office operations in line with the company standards
    Principle Accountabilities

    To ensure knowledge of special promotions offered by the hotel and to passing this information on to the guest whenever the possibility arises.
    Promoting the other departments within the hotel at every given opportunity in order to maximize hotel sales.
    Ensuring that all reservations have the correct deposit taken.
    Ensuring that all confirmations are sent out by the end of the shift.
    Being aware of the hotel availability and that every opportunity to maximise room sales is taken.
    Offering assistance to other departments, including Bar, Restaurant, Spa and Housekeeping as necessary
    Anticipating to be aware of all written and spoken requests, to carry out these requests in a courteous and helpful manner.
    Ensuring that all charges are correctly posted to the guests’ bills following the standard procedures.
    To deal with cash, cheque and credit transactions and to ensure that any discrepancies are reported immediately.
    To ensure that all messages received for guests are passed on accurately and as quickly as possible.
    Carrying out all Reception duties following procedures as outlined in the S.O.P. Manual.
    Ensuring the security of guests’ property, and lost property following security procedures.

    Key Skills and Qualifications

    Diploma or a Certificate in Hotel and Institutional Housekeeping and Laundry
    3 years’ experience in a similar role
    MS Office Computer Skills
    Work planning and organization skills
    Excellent customer service skills
    Attention to detail
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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  • General Manager

    General Manager

    Job Details
    The General Manager will be responsible for providing effective strategic leadership and direction to the management team with a view to effectively realizing the mandate of the organization.
    Roles for the General Manager Job:
    Strategic Business Leadership:

    Providing leadership and vision to the organization through the development of long term and annual plans
    Overseeing the formulation and evaluation of the long range and annual business plans to ensure they are effective in enabling the organization achieve its business objectives.
    Providing mentorship, coaching and strategic guidance to members of the Key Management Team
    Advising the Board on various matters affecting the organization and proposing solutions

    Business Development:

    Engaging in activities that strengthen ties and contact with existing and future stakeholders and potential business leads
    Providing strategic guidance in the sourcing, negotiating and structuring of new deals
    Approving new deals proposed by the Business Development Team
    Propose the development of new services/products or the improvement of the existing ones in relation with market and results analysis

    Human Resource Management:

    Ensuring that the organizational structure and culture promotes achievement of the mission
    Maintaining a conducive work environment, suitable for attracting, developing and retaining a dynamic and competent workforce

    Stakeholder Management:

    Optimizing returns to shareholders through operational growth and effective capital management
    Undertaking regular and appropriate Financial/Investment management and reporting to the board of directors on the performance of the Company

    Financial and Business Health:

    Overseeing preparations and approval of budgets
    Ensuring the business meets the set profitability and growth targets
    To ensure prudent management of resources for the achievement of the Company’s mandate and strategic objectives

    Job Qualifications:

    At least 10 years’ experience at executive management level within the FMCG industry in a large and complex organization;
    Good financial management and reporting experience;
    Demonstrated record of revenue and profit growth and new business development experience;
    Strong commercial attitude with the ability to think strategically
    Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
    Proven capability to provide useful insights and pragmatic solutions to business challenges

  • IT Internships in Kenya – Enterprise Solutions

    IT Internships in Kenya – Enterprise Solutions

    Job Details
    This position is responsible for the whole cycle of enterprise software consulting from presales support to providing support during implementation and account management with the aim of delivering quality software and technical solutions.
    Responsibilities

    Ensure project milestones are completed on time
    Deal with risks that accompany project management
    Communicate with stakeholders to keep them updated
    Generate reports on project designs, support manuals and project plans
    Provide support to existing customers as well as In-house support
    Advise customers on best solutions in line with their business requirements
    Add value to customers through the provision of solutions that can improve operations at their site
    Advise clients on fiscal solutions based on their existing software solutions
    Training and providing support for customers and sales persons on the solutions provided
    Arrange for product demonstrations
    Propose alternative solutions to meet customer needs and consult existing customers on version upgrades

    Qualifications

    Bachelor of Business Information Technology(BBIT) from a recognized institution
    At least 6 months’ work experience
    Knowledge in ERP Systems, Software Development Life Cycle and Database management is added advantage
    Data Base Management skills

  • Finance Internships

    Finance Internships

    Job Details
    The Finance Intern will be responsible for performing account reconciliations and general book keeping duties under the guidance of the Finance Manager.
     Accountabilities:

    Assist with month-end financial reports
    Assist with the preparation of ad hoc and other internal reports
    Perform account reconciliations
    Assist with the preparation of financial statement
    Maintain general ledger and other book keeping duties
    Prepare tax returns and comply with tax requirements around payment and reporting
    Assist with preparing and validating month end close schedules and analysis

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
    Experience in a similar capacity is an added advantage
    Minimum CPA Part II

  • Body Building Consultant

    Body Building Consultant

    Job Description
    Reporting to the Technical Manager, the position will be responsible providing technical support in product design as well as ensuring the products developed are attractive to customers for enhanced sales and market share.
    Principal Accountabilities:

    Supervising and monitoring body building activities to ensure adherence to set standards
    Preparing training budget and submit for review and approval to ensure timely allocation of funds required for the implementation of the training strategy
    Approving vehicle body designs from body builders to ensure that they meet set safety standards Inspecting bodies during and after fabrication in accordance with HML, NTSA and KEBS guidelines Coordinating NTSA inspection on units ensuring timely inspections supporting timely delivery to clients as well as full compliance with the relevant authorities
    Preparing the annual training plan for staff members for both technical and soft skills development for improved service delivery Resolving customer complaints on body related issues to enhance customer satisfaction and retention
    Approving quotations for body building, modifications and refurbishments to enhance efficiency in resource utilization

    Key Skills and Qualifications:

    Degree in Automobile, Mechanical Engineering or any related field Auto CAD Certification
    A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
    Excellent report writing, presentation, innovative and communication skills
    Knowledge of current telematics as provided in the market

  • Real Estate General Manager Group Head of Investments

    Real Estate General Manager Group Head of Investments

    Our client is a privately-owned Investment Company with diversified holdings across real estate, agri-business, manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, financial services, fixed income and quoted equity.
    They are seeking to recruit a motivated and self-driven professional to fill in the following position in their office:
    The Real Estate General Manager will be responsible for driving revenue generation and developing the real estate company’s strategic goals.
    Job Responsibilities

    Driving business growth and revenue generation in the real estate portfolio
    Developing strategic goals which will help make a significant impact on growth of the company
    Implementing financial and operational initiatives, ensuring operational costs are kept to a minimum
    Ensuring alignment of the department’s policies and objectives in line with the broad corporate policies and procedures and the group’s policies and procedures
    Identifying key business opportunities so as to enhance financial performance – maximize value
    Inspecting facilities and negotiating contracts with stakeholders (tenants, insurers, suppliers, banks, clients etc.)
    Fine tuning operational methods for the departments while improving the overall efficiency of the departments
    Developing training calendar and training methods which will determine information on various strategic action plans and reviews for the departments
    Supervising and managing the team, ensuring that they adhere to the company policies and procedures
    Preparing operational reports for the board
    Ensuring compliance with the regulatory and governing bodies – e.g. county councils, survey bodies, valuation bodies and advising on changes in the regulations
    Implementing necessary checks and balance to mitigate operational risks across all departments and to ensure the best interest of the company
    Managing and implementing new IT and Technical systems and software’s which can help improve the efficiency of the business by reducing the turnaround time to deliver business

    Qualifications

    Degree in Business, Land Economics, Real Estate, Survey or any other related field
    Post certifications is a plus preferably in Marketing, Real Estate Finance, Environmental Studies
    At least 8 experience years in a Real Estate or Property Development Company
    Registered by any of the following bodies: Institute of Surveyors of Kenya, Estate Agents Registration Board, Valuers Registration Board or any other relevant and recognized professional body.
    Must possess strong entrepreneurial skills with understanding of revenue generation

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  • ICT Merchandiser Chief Accountant Chief Financial Officer

    ICT Merchandiser Chief Accountant Chief Financial Officer

    Our client is a leading ICT Solutions provider in East Africa region and has retained a top position in Top 100 mid-size companies listing in Kenya for the last six years consecutively.
    They are seeking to recruit a highly talented professional to fill in the following position in their Nairobi office:
    Merchandiser
    The Merchandiser will ensure flawless execution of store level sales and promotion plans with customer retailers in assigned store.
    The store consists of retail IT products.
    Job Principal Accountabilities:

    Assist in making sales at the store by meeting and understanding customer needs, giving advice and guidance on product selection to customers
    Ensure that all products displayed have correct price tags
    Ensure that all products displayed are clean and neat
    Ensure all products are clearly visible to customers
    Handles warranty issues promptly
    Handle customer complaints and deal with customer returns on time
    Ensure that branch orders are met on time
    Communicate daily sales reports on time
    Ensure that products are well stocked at the branch
    Report dead stock/expiries for removal and replacement at the branches
    Undertake stock take every Sunday for key products and sending them to head office for analysis
    Produce sales reports on daily, mid-month and monthly basis

    Key Skills and Qualifications

    Diploma/Certificate in Business, Information Technology or related course
    At least 1-year work experience in sales
    Excellent communication skills – be able to communicate effectively within the team as well as with others in the company
    Customer focus – recognize both internal and external customer’s needs and balances available resources and skills to strive to exceed them.

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