Jobs Kenya

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  • People Experience Lead

    People Experience Lead

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE
    The People Experience Lead (PEL) is the primary contact for all Unilever line managers and employees for a better experience through key employee moments such as on-boarding; career growth; role move; time off; etc. They work with various teams within the HR network to enable a smooth end-to-end employee experience for employees’ day-to-day HR needs. They play a key role for knowledge management and feeding insights into enhancement of artificial intelligence of the technology platforms.
    Job Summary

    Serves as the first point of contact for employees & managers when it comes to end-to-end HR policies and procedures.
    Provides operational support and guidance on performance improvement, disciplinary, grievance, absence, redundancy processes, etc. in line with local governance and legislation; this includes case management of these examples through to conclusion.
    Provides support and subject matter expertise to recommend appropriate action to resolve disputes.
    Leverages resources to maximise productivity and ensure timely resolution of activities.
    As People Experience Lead, you will ensure our employees and line managers experience the best we have to offer, using your client-facing, customer care; problem solving, and analytical skills to ensure tasks are actioned to the highest possible standard.
    Ensures that employee policies, practices, and programs are consistently applied across client groups and the company.

    Key Requirements

    University Degree in Business Administration, National Higher Diploma in Human Resource Proficient & broad understanding of HR systems and processes
    Superior interpersonal and communication skills
    Solid customer care and relationship management skills
    Ability to provide both verbal and written information clearly, succinctly, and persuasively, as well as ability to influence others
    Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
    Ability to anticipate needs and solve problems proactively
    Strong multi-tasking skills with a comfort in maintaining multiple, often conflicting, priorities, and deadlines
    2-4 years of HR generalist experience

  • Stores Clerk Technician Craft Multi-Skilled Lab Analyst

    Stores Clerk Technician Craft Multi-Skilled Lab Analyst

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE
    An incumbent at this level will perform routine manual and/or routine clerical functions in receiving, handling, storing and delivering stock and ensure that the work performed is in accordance with instructions and procedures received from the immediate supervisor.
    Job Summary

    Establish the optimum Spares requirements and maintain Stock holdings equipment’s and factory consumables.
    Checks stock against packing slips or invoices determining if there are shortages, damages, missing goods, etc., and may sign for same.
    Removes items from stock to fill orders from authorized requisitions.
    Delivers and/or may pick up stock or other items to departments or offices concerned.
    Assists in counting and recording inventory.
    Assists in keeping stockroom, warehouse and loading area in a clean and orderly condition.
    Utilize appropriate safety and environmental procedures for people, processes, materials, products and equipment to ensure a safe working environment for the whole team.
    Reduce costs due to overstocking and minimize impact to health, safety and the environment through working to eliminate waste and through the correct management of waste and hazardous materials.
    Ensure that all aspects of Quality within the area of responsibility are in accordance with local Quality procedures to protect and promote the brand and product.
    Promote the development of a highly effective team through strong communication, leading by example whilst keeping focused on goals and targets. Great teams and great leaders will achieve superior performance.

    Key Requirements

    Post Apprenticeship Skill level in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (as graded by national standards).
    Formal manufacturing qualification in World Class Manufacturing.
    Must be flexible within pattern of shift work to accommodate factory shutdowns, training courses etc and emergency cover.Qualifications in Reading and Comprehension, Writing and Mathematics. This will support report writing, data analysis, leadership and communication skills amongst others.
    Knowledge and understanding of the key principles of WCM-PM and the impact this has on the Key Performance Indicators in the production area (PQSCDMI); must understand the critical inter-relation between PM and AM in WCM.
    Has the ability to identify, prioritise and address problems using appropriate tools and techniques that eliminate recurrence.

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  • Warehouse Manager People Operations Lead

    Warehouse Manager People Operations Lead

    Main Purpose of the Job
     
    The main purpose of Warehouse Manager is to direct FG evacuation, receipts, warehousing and distribution operations. To oversee the efficient receipt, storage, FG re-handling and dispatch to customers. Ensure productivity targets are achieved and compliance to warehouse processes and controls.
     
    Job Summary

    Operationally manage warehouse in compliance with Unilever policies and vision.
    Oversee end to end warehouse processes i.e receiving, put away, warehousing, stock controls, dispatch and distribution.
    Ensure compliance to warehouse safety and housekeeping standards as per Unilever policy
    Regular layout review and ensure efficient space utilization.
    Initiate, coordinate and enforce operational policies and standard operating procedures to optimize warehouse operations
    Adhere to all warehousing, handling and shipping legislation requirements.
    Maintain standards of health and safety, hygiene and security.
    Manage stock control and reconcile with SAP system. Enforce a strict no scan no move policy.
    Conduct regular supplier performance reviews with the warehouse service providers.
    Follow up for timely 3PL payments ensuring compliance to due P2P process.
    Liaise with stakeholders, suppliers and contracted 3PL transport providers to load/offload and dispatch FG.
    Provide work plans, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results for the warehouse team.
    Receive feedback and monitor the quality of services provided.
    Ensure FIFO is strictly adhered to at the warehouse and regular ageing reports are shared with the team.
    Ensure proper SLOBS management in the warehouse.
    Ensure 100″ conformance to plan to the loading plan and continuously improve on warehouse productivity.

    Key Requirements

    Previous experience of warehouse management ideally in the FMCG or manufacturing environment 4years and above

    Good knowledge and experience on SAP WM management over 4years
    Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related field or equivalent

    Strong IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills

    Knowledge and experience in inventory management

    Good understanding of supply chain processes and their interdependencies

    Experience and good understanding in third party management and Knowledge of continuous improvement program and cost cutting initiatives within the warehouse

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  • Brand Protection Manager

    Brand Protection Manager

    Anti-counterfeit Trade Manager is required for the purpose of implementing the agreed anti counterfeit strategy and priority action plans with the objective of disrupting the importation, distribution and sales of counterfeit Unilever products in the operating company market and the prevention of local production and inter-country exports with the defined role enumerated below:
     
    JOB SUMMARY

    He is the lead person on all Brand Protection (BP) issues concerning the company

    He is the point of contact to update all salesmen on BP issue and to collate feedbacks from the field to the business

    He is responsible for the appointment and supervision of the field investigators

    He is to train and supervise the Customer Development field Team and Key Distributor Team on how to look out for and identify counterfeits; and the procedure for gathering information and giving feedbacks. Anti-counterfeit

    He is to understand and be fully operational on the use of the Unilever Global BP tools for exchange of relevant information and flow of communication with the Unilever global BP Team

    Work with a cross functional team to drive the BP Agenda within the local business

    He is to lead the development of relationship with relevant external bodies such as Association of Manufacturers, anti-counterfeit coalitions etc

    Develop and maintain contact with relevant officers of the enforcement agencies as required to drive the business

    KEY REQUIREMENTS

    University Graduate

    4 to 5 years of experience in Brand identity protection/ field investigations of counterfeits, preferably in FMCG

    A self-starter with strong motivation to deliver a great job, even when working in some degree of isolation. Comfortable working with virtual team members.

    He should have experience in the field of investigation, preference is for an ex- law enforcement officer with experience in investigation, a demonstrably good knowledge of the FAQs and ability to analyze, interpret and interface between field investigation and Field Sales activity

    He must understand the impact of his role on the overall business and be able to articulate the ROI from the BP actions on the business
    The candidate should have a keen interest in the area of field sales, a good understanding of brands and a basic understanding of the legal issues.
    The candidate should be able to communicate fluently in English & Swahili (spoken and written) with a wide range of people both internally and externally.
    He should also be currently working or must have worked up to an Assistant management level
    Ability to create and maintain strong relationships with all the key regulatory/ enforcement Agencies and external investigators across East African Countries.

  • Quality Specialist-Measurement & Testing

    Quality Specialist-Measurement & Testing

    Provides accurate and precise measurement and testing services for the Site to enable timely decision making and ensure that measurement and testing equipment is in good working order.
    JOB SUMMARY

    Efficiently manage site analytical laboratory in a cost-effective manner in accordance with Unilever and country regulations
    Ensure in-bound materials are tested and released in a timely and efficient manner
    Ensure quality of Inter-company exports by releasing sound product after rigorous quantitative and qualitative assessment per Brand Quality Objective.
    Ensure testing for R/PM, work in progress and Finished goods are performed per approved Unilever testing procedure (UMA and CRQS) and ensure release is done in a timely manner.
    Lead daily Quality finished product assessment meetings
    Ensure speedy feedback to factory of major out -of – spec quality parameters by issuing daily, weekly and monthly Quality summaries to ensure feedback to factories.
    Manage and ensure SAP QM discipline
    Ensure Laboratory Operations are carried out safely and with discipline.
    Build skills and improve flexibility and continuity among Technicians by maintaining a subordinate development program.
    Ensure Technicians participate in all projects and activities planned by QA department and site to ensure delivery of Unilever quality objectives
    Ensure equipment is calibrated and ready for use

    KEY REQUIREMENTS

    University degree in Science field (if possible, analytical chemistry)
    3 years’ experience in Quality function in a Factory
    Proven & recognized achievements in one or more areas of Quality, Manufacturing and Change management.
    Good stakeholder management skills

  • Assistant Security Manager

    Assistant Security Manager

    Job description
    Main Job Purpose
    Co-ordination, supervision and advice to management on effective security management systems within the business. Ensure that threats to personnel, assets, and business operations/activities within the area are properly identified, evaluated and countered in a timely and cost-effective manner.
    Job Summary

    Proactively advise management on emerging security threats to company employees, family, assets, information and business operations whilst proposing risk commensurate risk mitigation measures.
    Effectively manage Third party security service companies in terms of fit for purpose performance and adherence/compliance with agreed SLA’s
    Ensure implementation of Unilever security and safety procedures and revise as the threat environment evolves.
    Support the Security Manager, develop and implement security awareness programs or processes and to protect life, corporate assets and to ensure business continuity
    Conduct timely, effective investigations on reported breaches as well security incidents and submit concise investigation reports.
    Liaise with and develop relationships with various Law Enforcement & Emergency Services in the event of a security incident/emergency (i.e. fire, medical, mechanical breakdown) and to ensure timely reaction to incidents
    Ensuring timely submission reports on Security Incident Reporting Network Tool.
    Provide effective leadership to site security coordinators to ensure that all security measures are appropriate based on the security risk
    Review security architecture and ensure that existing controls are adequate, effective and aligned to Unilever Group Physical Security standards
    Manage Protective Intelligence collection through legal intelligence collection efforts designed to help Unilever avoid the disruptive effects of criminal losses and violent crime.
    Deliver relevant security training and awareness sessions for security staff, vendors / third parties and employees
    Administer and support zero based budgeting and expenditures in close liaison with the Security Manager to ensure expenditure is reasonable based on the risk.
    Ensuring implementation of Group security policy and procedures and periodic revision in line with dynamic security threat environment.

    Key Requirements

    Be a University Graduate in Criminology or other Social Science Subject or equivalent Professional qualification
    Served in the Armed Forces at level of Captain or police as a Corporal and above with at least 10 years’ service
    At least 3 years’ experience in Business Security Management biased towards Business partnering and engagement with legal, HR and Finance
    Sound knowledge of physical and electronic security- access procedures, perimeter protection, CCTV, intruder alarms
    Working knowledge of loss prevention principles within a fairly complex supply chain
    Relevant experience in investigation of criminal loss incidents
    Agile, self-driven leader with a passion for high performance and developed bias for action
    Ability to provide a security input in Incident Management and contingency plans
    Computer Literate
    No Criminal Record.

    Location
    Kenya-Rift Valley-Kericho-Kericho-Plantations

  • UPFIELD – SHE & Safety Coordinator

    UPFIELD – SHE & Safety Coordinator

    Main Responsibilities in SHE: –

    Drive and facilitate the implementation of the SHE systems in line with system standards (OHSAS/FWS); Corporate standards and guidelines; Legislative requirements and Business process requirements.
    Co-ordinate monitor and audit all SHE activities related to the business.
    Custodian of the business SHE system and ensures that adequate data and document management practices are adhered to.
    Drive and collate general SHE risk assessments and co-ordinate SHE related contracts e.g. Fire Equipment, contractors & service providers
    Deliver SHE training programs, liaising with regulatory authorities, independent SHE audit bodies and the Upfield SHE team.
    Formulate and prepare legal appointments in terms of regulatory and system requirements.

    Main Responsibilities in Security: –

    Ensure implementation of security policy, procedures and periodic revision in line with dynamic threat environment.
    Implement security awareness programs or processes to protect life, corporate assets and to ensure business continuity.
    Effectively audit and guide 3P security service provision companies in terms of fit for purpose performance and adherence/compliance with agreed SLAs.
    Devise co-ordinate appropriate security training for security personnel and other nominated personnel.
    Managing effective investigations on detected and reported breaches of security and security incidents
    liaise various law enforcement & emergency services in the event of a security incident/emergency to ensure timely response to incidents.

    Skills, experience and qualifications: –

    Degree in Engineering/Quality/Safety/Environment/Social sciences/Humanities /Criminology.
    Security competency skills certificates or Diploma an added advantage.
    At least 5 years relevant experience in a SHE & Security role.

    Sound SHE & Security investigation and report writing skills.

    Experience managing in-house 3P security guards/personnel.

    Experience working with physical and electronic security access systems.

    Crisis management experience with impeccable judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills.

    Your Personal Power! :-
     
    At Upfield we want you to bring your ideas, your motivation and desire to succeed! This part of the role is up to you to complete.
     
    Mission Statement
     
    At Upfield our purpose is clear……Making people healthier and happier with great-tasting, healthy and natural plant-based products which are good for our planet!
     
    If you are an entrepreneur at heart and have a passion for winning, a strong understanding of the FMCG business, ad would like to join us, apply and speak to one of our Talent Matchmakers!

  • Material Requirements Planner

    Material Requirements Planner

    To ensure that the supply of materials meets the production schedule and minimum stock levels to ensure operational and production continuity. Able to deliver efficient, effective and flexible solutions to meet production requirements. Maintains strong relationships both internally and externally to ensure supply of materials meets requirements.
    JOB SUMMARY

    Schedule the supply of materials/components to meet production requirements and minimum safety stock levels
    Plan, develop, implement and evaluate processes for material delivery from supplier to point of fit
    Assess volume requirements against planning assumptions
    Day-to-day order management and management of deliveries
    Understand and manage risks to minimize impact on production schedule
    Take follow up actions in relation to material shortages that affect production
    Implement all processes to agreed standards and targets and support continuous improvement initiatives and identify areas of improvement
    Utilize any Material Requirements Planning system (MRP) or IT system that is in place and ensure that data is accurate and up to date and resolve any issues as required
    Monitor the integrity of Bill of Materials (BOM) and manage inventory accuracy
    Monitor inventory levels against agreed target levels
    Create regular statistical reports and analysis and update others in the organization
    Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to forecast, plan and facilitate on-time materials to the production line as and when required, avoiding disruption to production
    Generate and communicate supplier material delivery schedules and forecasts to ensure they reflect requirements and meet demands

    KEY REQUIREMENTS

    Bachelor’s Degree
    Previous experience of materials planning ideally in the FMCG or manufacturing environment
    Strong IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills
    Knowledge and experience of using MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems.
    Knowledge on importation process within the country
    Knowledge and experience in inventory management
    Good understanding of supply chain processes and their interdependencies

  • Brand Manager-Skin Cleansing

    Brand Manager-Skin Cleansing

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE
    Plays a key role in the development and implementation of the integrated Brand Marketing Plan to achieve short and long-term business goals. Build productive working relationship with Customer Development, CMI, regional category team Finance and Supply Chain to manage the brand’s day to day operations.
    Job Summary

    Development of the Brand Marketing Plan by developing and understanding of the drivers of brand growth and brand health and identifying key issues and opportunities
    Execution of the integrated activity schedule ensuring consistency with Brand Key Vision and Brand Vision Plan including communication strategy
    Accountable for the analysis of brand performance and brand health by constantly evaluating performance of national support activities and in-store implementation against measurable objectives (Score Card and Brand Quarterly Tracker).This includes the monitoring of progress against key trial and awareness measures, quality of in-store support, distribution and availability per channel, that is, place, pricing and promotions in-store and initiating measuring the effectiveness and ROI of key activities.
    Identifies solutions and make recommendations to improve effectiveness based on performance monitoring.
    Delivers specific brand projects eg. co-branding with a major retailer.
    Monitors budget spend and provides timely communication to relevant stakeholders on overspend / cash availability

    Key Requirements

    Bachelor Degree, Post graduate business degree preferred (MBA)
    Preferred 4 years’ experience in marketing
    Preferred FMCG experience
    Project Management skills
    Customer Marketing exposure

    Location
    Kenya-Nairobi-Nairobi-Nairobi

  • Supply Chain Finance Manager

    Supply Chain Finance Manager

    Job Description

    MAIN JOB PURPOSE 
    The Supply Chain Finance Manager provides Supply Chain end to end decision support and financial expertise to the Make & Go to Market teams to drive achievement of long term competitive costs, quality and service levels. The position is responsible for leading forecasting, reporting, Capex investments, restructuring, sourcing, savings, reporting and cost management activities under the Supply Chain umbrella . Key stakeholders are VP Manufacturing Central Africa & GTM Director East Africa & Emerging Markets.
    Job Summary

    Budgeting & Reporting: Manage all aspects related to budgets, estimates, and actual costs for the end to end supply chain. Monitor and investigate variances and implement corrective action on all the key spend lines which include but are not limited to factory conversion costs, raw material costs, logistics and distribution costs
    T ransfer Pricing: Responsible for transfer pricing decisions to all entities that source Ex-Kenya.
    Business Partnering: Provide valuable business & financials insights to the Sourcing Unit Director and his team to drive decision making.
    C apex management: Preparation and submission of CEP proposals for innovations, expansions, upgrades and market entry, for sign-off by Supply Chain stakeholders.
    Controls: Drive the embedding of key controls within Supply Chain to eliminate wastage and leakages by driving process documentation and regular review and monitoring to identify potential control risks and recommending corrective actions.
    Relationships: Act as a liaison between the local and Regional teams and ensure that Regional and Global Supply Chain/Supply Chain Finance initiatives are landed locally and drive best practice.
    Personal Care Country Category Business Teams (CCBT )Partnering: Partner the Personal Care category on the strategic planning process, resource allocation, innovation and Project business cases, decision support, identification of risks and opportunities and initiatives on closing any gaps identified.
    People development: Drive performance management, career planning, development planning and succession planning for team and self 

    Key Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or related field of study
    Minimum of five years working experience with at least two years being in Supply Chain
    Good understanding of the supply value chain
    Excellent understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis
    Good appreciation and focus on the risk and controls framework in Supply Chain
    Demonstrated understanding and use of SAP 

    Location
    Kenya-Nairobi-Nairobi-Nairobi