Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 2 – 3 years

  • Account Manager – P&SP

    The Dow Chemical Company is looking for a f/m PSP Account Manager to be located in Kenya.
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    Customer Management
    Key Account Management
    Developing Account Plans for Strategic Accounts;
    Achieve a high level of penetration across multiple functions (Procurement, Technology, Commercial, Management) within customer base
    Maintain strong relationships at all levels of customer organization
    Develop relationships across the Value Chain (Customer of Customer) as needed to support Sales goals with direct accounts
    Develop strong multi-functional account teams (Technical Service, R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain and Customer Service) to effectively interface with customers.
    Effectively negotiation of price, quantities, payment terms as to achieve the business plans.
    Manage customer pricing strategically in line with business goals.
    Deliver a high level of service to customers
    Effectively resolve quality or service issues that arise.
    Work with customers to define un-met needs.
    Develop Selling Projects around commercial and developmental opportunities.
    Drive implementation of Innovation programs with Strategic Accounts.
    Successfully convert opportunities to sales growth ($).
    Business Management
    Maintain a high degree of knowledge on Packaging & Specialty Plastics  technology.
    In-depth understanding for polyethylene markets.
    Be a resource to the business on Competitive Intelligence.
    Be knowledgeable on market trends. Provide Voice of Customer input on key Innovation programs.
    Work closely with sales related functions to build good teamwork, foster customer satisfaction and deliver business results.
    Develop forecasts on anticipated customer product consumption.
    Develop a growth strategy for implementation within assigned region.
    Develop a sales plan for assigned territory.
    Provide needed data to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) teams to efficiently manage the business.
    Responsible for continuous improvement in the area of overall productivity and efficiency.
    Effective management of sales terms and credit with assigned customers.
    Product Management
    Identify market and technology needs
    Lead the sampling process from start to end
    Apply pricing strategies for various value centers as to maximize Dow profitability
    Manage the launching of new products to the market
    General
    Accomplish all assigned duties safely and in accordance with all Product Stewardship guidelines.
    Participate in regional sales meetings and programs.
    Participate in all key performance management activities – goal setting, Employee Development Plans, performance reviews, etc.
    Qualifications
    A Master’s Degree in Chemistry/Biology/Engineering is essential
    A minimum of 2 – 3 years is required
    25% travelling will be required
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Excellent communicator/stakeholder engagement at various levels
    Ability to work on your own and use your initiative
    Fluency in English, any additional language(s) would be advantageous

    Apply via :

    www.dow.com

  • Cosmetics – FMCG Sales Rep Executive PA

    Cosmetics – FMCG Sales Rep Executive PA

    FMCG Sales Rep Job Responsibilities
    Achieve increase in number of accounts and brand visibility of company products
    Collect orders from the various supermarkets and beauty shops
    Monitor sales in the market to ensure targets and objectives are met
    Ensure optimal availability of products over long and short term
    Ensure Route to Market & Territory Management optimization
    Development of strong relationships with wholesalers, distributors and retailers
    Ensure cash collection as per agreed terms with customers (work and communicate closely with Finance department)
    Maintain accurate records of all accounts’ sales and prospecting activities including sales calls, presentations, closed sales, and follow-up activities within their assigned territory
    Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments.
    Prepare regular reports and analysis on sales.
    Qualifications for the FMCG Sales Rep Job
    Minimum of a Diploma in Sales & Marketing or related field.
    MUST Have 2 – 3 years in experience in FMCG General Trade sales. Sales experience in the Cosmetic industry is a plus.
    Male Candidates are encouraged to apply.
    MUST have a clean and valid driving licence
    Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.
    Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
    Ability to work in a team
    Should be highly motivated and aggressive sales person.
    Should be presentable & well kept at all times.
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    If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject E.g. (FMCG Sales Rep – Cosmetics) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 16thSeptember 2017. Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV.N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing. Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke

  • Partners & Channels Manager Business Developer Regional Business Manager- Coast Service Delivery & Project Specialist

    Role Purpose: 
    To sell and manage the distribution of Telkom products and services to Partners and Channels customers within an appointed area.  The role needs to identify and facilitate sales opportunities within current and new Partners and Channels customers to maximize sales within the appointed area. This role is also responsible for:
    •             Consistently achieving sales targets and growth plans for the appointed area
    •             Relationship management with key customers and partners for the appointed area
    Key Duties and Responsibilities
    Execute sales growth actions plans
    Build and maintain relationships with key customers and partners and facilitate the continuous growth of the customer base for the assigned area
    Determine required solution for the customer with a focus on cross- and up selling of products and services
    Develop and demonstrate a thorough understanding of the partner and customer’s business for the assigned area
    Conduct analysis of customer, partners and sales metrics, costs and categories to inform business decisions
    Continuously ensure alignment with marketing, branding and communications procedures
    Compile and execute action plans to grow the customer and partner footprint for the assigned area
    Provide insights in the growth strategies in conjunction with partners and customers and partners to drive business growth for appointed area
    Facilitate and maintain the development of communication channels on all levels to prevent breakdown in information flow
    Forecast and monitor sales for the relevant market segments for appointed area
    Support the finance team in money collection and issue resolution
    Support sales administration team with required information for sales order management
    Academic/ Professional Qualifications
    Bachelor’s degree in B.Com Sales & Marketing, Business Management or related field from a recognized institution 
    2 – 3 years’ experience in a similar role
    Professional Skills:
    Marketing Management
     Sales management
     Presentation skills
     Supply chain understanding
     Relationship Management
     Negotiation Skills.
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    These positions are open to Kenyan citizens only. If you fit the required profile, please apply highlighting how your qualifications, experience and career aspirations match the requirements for the position.Application should be sent by latest  18th September 2017 , please provide an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of your current telephone contacts and names of three referees. Apply through recruitment@telkom.co.ke and ensure the job title is quoted on the subject field. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

    Apply via :

    recruitment@telkom.co.ke

  • Bi-lingual Administrative Assistants

    Bi-lingual Administrative Assistants

    Qualifications
    Native French speaking and excellent operational English. Portuguese or Spanish is a plus.Excellent written communication skills.Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.Basic understanding and experience with accounting.Experience in banking or insurance environment or in the renewable energy sector is a plus.Strong proven organizational skills.Two-Three years of experience.Diploma (business studies, administration, translation or equivalent).

    How to ApplyPlease submit an application letter, Personal History Form (this may be downloaded here),CV, details of your current     remuneration package and three references to recruitment@ati-aca.orgThe closing date for application is 30th September, 2017 at Midnight, Nairobi time.Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements and submitting applications in compliance with point 1-3 above will be  considered for this position and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.The African Trade Insurance Agency offers a competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment commensurate with other multilaterals. ATI reserves the right not to make any appointment to the above vacancies, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description. Please note that canvassing will disqualify you from consideration in these roles.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@ati-aca.orgT

  • Financial Planning and Analysis Associate

    About The Role
    The FP&A Associate serves as a seasoned finance staff supporting or leading a variety of sub–functions: financial analytics, metrics, and reporting. The FP&A Associate will demonstrate a proven track record and work in a fast–paced corporate finance environment. They should be able to adapt to change on a regular basis and deliver quick and accurate analysis. Further, they should be able to gather and interpret complex financial data. In doing this, they should be able to collaborate with key parties across the business to incorporate all relevant information into financial analytics to enable them develop insights and perspectives, identify business trends, and recommend action plans on core functions supporting the organization..
    Specific Key Responsibilities
    Assist in income statement and cash flow forecasting, budgeting
    Transaction analysis and reporting, including budget vs. actual analysis for different locations
    Assist in developing and updating financial systems/models
    Build and nurture strong working relationships with other team members and functional heads
    Engage and collaborate with other teams across the region and beyond on ad hoc projects and modelling
    Qualifications & Experience
     
    Requisite academic qualification (University degree/ CFA/CPA/CIFA)
    2-4 years’ experience in a similar role
    Sound knowledge of corporate finance
    Proficiency in extraction of reports from ERP systems
    Proficiency in MS Excel and other MS Office tools
    Ability to communicate clearly
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Ability to meet strict deadlines
    Ready to embrace start up pace with a good sense of humour
    Passion to help transform the world
    Benefits & Compensation
    Full-time compensation
    Full medical coverage
    Breakfast, lunch and snacks provided daily
    Beautiful working environment
    Opportunity to work with the brightest minds on the plane
    Oh, and a chance to change the world!
    We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

    Apply via :

    boards.greenhouse.io

  • Social Media Community Manager Trade Marketing Associates

    Reporting to: Creative Lead
    The Role:
    We are looking for a Social Media Community Manager to energize our brand on social media and help maintain and grow our online community. The Social Media Community Manager will be responsible for interaction with diverse audiences across different markets and in different contexts, ensuring that the brand is responsive and engaging. The Social Media Community Manager will also keep the brand relevant and involved in the conversations that matter. He/She will be part of the Creative team and will work closely with Marketing and Sales.
    Key responsibilities for the role include:
    Monitoring communications across all our social media platforms, responding helpfully to trade inquiries and customer feedback in collaboration with the Customer Care, Sales and Business Development teams, and managing interactions in a manner consistent with the brand’s personality and values.
    Generating consistent, high quality content for the brand across all social media platforms, in a planned manner and in concert with the Marketing and Communication teams.
    Growing the brand’s social media presence and impact through creative, proactive tactics and actions.
    Generating reports of social media activity and impact for specific campaigns and for the overall brand.
    Coordinating between global and local/regional social media activity, including guiding and monitoring the brand’s social media properties in local/regional markets, ensuring adherence to strategy.
    The ideal candidate is:
    Ambitious. Excited at the prospect of building a global brand in the fast-growing world of renewable energy.
    Intelligent. Demonstrates social and emotional intelligence in dealing with diverse and possibly challenging people and situations on social media.
    Creative. Good at generating concepts that are not only interesting but also strategically sound.
    Experienced enough. 2-3 years of social media or community management for consumer brands, with proven results, at a reputable advertising/digital agency, or other marketing organization.
    Fit for the team: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Able to collaborate with people from different cultures and backgrounds.
    Qualified. Relevant academic qualifications in Communications and Marketing required.
    We are looking for someone who is driven, passionate and excited about the opportunity to bring honest, affordable, energy to homes around the world.  If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.
    Greenlight Planet offers a competitive salary, a fun, supportive work environment and opportunities for continued professional growth within a fast-growing global enterprise.
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    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  

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  • Business Development Executive – Land/Plots

    Business Development Executive – Land/Plots

    Job Summary: The incumbent of this position shall take the client through the products and services offered by the company until the execution of the sale; Build business by identifying and prospecting clients; conduct market research.
     
    Key Responsibilities:
    • Identifies business opportunities by prospecting different clients via telephone
    • Book appointments with corporate and individual clients; visit them in their offices to present the company’s products.
    • Carry out product demonstration to clients and brief them about the location, benefits, price and modes of payment.
    • Follow up prospects till execution of the sale and after sale service.
    • Researching and developing new ways of sourcing new clients; identifying institutions that have groups and approach them for demonstration.
    • Handle correspondences and inquiries through email, phones or face to face.
    • Assist the customer service officer in marketing during events.
    • Follow up with payments by clients sourced by self.
    • Create a good relationship with clients by providing support, information and guidance
    • Maintain and update clients database contacts and status of ongoing sales
    • Generate sales plan reports, challenges and achievements; daily, weekly and monthly.
    • Ensure company supplies are accounted for and replenished when required
    • Monitor, respond and populate all social media efforts
    • Monitor and manage all marketing efforts and monitor ROI.
    • Coordinate all site visits and make sure we turn them into as many sales as possible.
    • Ensure signage on all company’s properties are properly displayed and well maintained
    • Track client payments and balances 
    • Create and manage a database of clients and potential clients
    • Respond to all phone, mail and in person enquiries
    • Look for growth potential areas.
    Key Skills and Competencies: 
    • More than 1 year proven experience in Sales• Ability to learn about products and services and describe/explain them to prospects• Excellent commercial acumen coupled with a business development track record• Ability to drive account performances whilst delivering cost effective results• Self-motivated, flexible and open to change. • Strong planning, organizing, reporting and networking skills. • A natural communicator with excellent negotiation, persuasive, presentation and interpersonal skills • Highly driven with enthusiasm to meet high sales targets and to cope under demanding pressure. • Trustworthy, professional and reliable when dealing with confidential information.• Business related qualification • Proficiency in computer skills; MS OfficeCompensation: Competitive salary and commissions

    Deadline: Interested parties should send their online applications on or before 31st August 2017Correspondence: Applications and detailed CV to be submitted online Applications not meeting minimum requirements will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruit.zohopublic.com

  • Accounts Assistant

    Accounts Assistant

    Main Tasks and Responsibilities
    The incumbent will provide clerical finance support to the accounts department and Help a Child projects. The main tasks will be:
    Clerical Work
    Filing of project finance documents;
    Preparation of online payment vouchers/documents against received invoices;
    Creating purchase invoices in pluriform;
    Scanning purchase invoices and uploading onto the system;
    Uploading of staff advance liquidation in pluriform;
    Managing petty cash and ensuring all documents are updated, accurate and complete;
    Receiving weekly invoices from projects teams and preparing payment vouchers for approval;
    Facilitating the production of project financial reports in pluriform.
    Reporting
    Preparation of monthly statutory deduction forms and submission to relevant government authorities;
    Ensuring all contractual commitments are settled on time;
    Ensuring completeness of all Help a Child administration and accounts files;
    Preparation of Bank reconciliations;
    Reconciling of project cash accounts and project accounts receivables;
    Reviewing the project expenses against the approved budgets and providing explenations where needed;
    Reviewing monthly cash requests submitted by the project teams against their approved workplans and budgets.
    Field Visit
    Visiting the project sites occasionally to monitor financial compliance, prepare documents, scanning the same and uploading into pluriform;
    Any other additional duties as may be assigned from time to time.
    Qualifications
    Minimum CPA IV or equivalent;
    At least 2 – 3 years of relevant experience;
    Must have a good understanding of accounting concepts and pay keen attention to details;
    Experience with MS Excel and accounting systems;
    Good verbal & written communication skills;
    Good planning and organisation skills;
    Ability to multitask and beat deadlines;
    Ability to travel & work in sometimes difficult environments;
    Ability to work with people from different cultural & educational backgrounds;
    Responsible, flexible and adaptable;
    Good team player and team builder;
    Positive attitude, willingness to learn and grow;
    Ability to adhere to HaC’s Core Christian values.

    Interested and qualified candidates are kindly invited to send a cover letter (1 Page) and resume (max. 2 pages) as one PDF document no later than August 25th 2017 to vacancies@hacafrica.orgIn your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for wanting to become part of Help a Child, being a child centered and Christian organization. On the email subject, kindly quote the application reference: “Accounts Assistant (REF 2017/002)”.We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    vacancies@hacafrica.org

  • Sales and Research Executive Marketing & Business Development Assistant Logistics Officer Head of Customer Engagement and Admin

    Sales and Research Executive Marketing & Business Development Assistant Logistics Officer Head of Customer Engagement and Admin

    Position Summary
    We are looking for a motivated Market Research Sales Executive to join the team and focus on selling the company’s data collection and panel services.
    The Market Research Sales Executive will work cooperatively with other members of the team to grow business by hunting for new clients and mining the existing client base for new opportunities. Your mission will be to meet or exceed sales quotas while increasing client satisfaction.
    Sales and Research Executive Job Responsibilities
    Leverage existing relationships to bring in new business.
    Actively pursue new clients through multiple outbound sales avenues.
    Foster relationship with existing clients to ultimately strengthen existing account relationships.
    Articulate the value of the company’s services and consult with current and potential clients regarding their business issues and objectives.
    Develop a deep understanding of the client’s goals and requirements, then match and demonstrate the appropriate solution(s).
    Effectively follow up with prospects to convert them to paying clients.
    Work with the analytics team to provide guidance and actionable recommendations to clients based on data analyses and industry knowledge.
    Maintain regular client contact and manage assigned accounts to foster lasting relationships and grow the business.
    Consistently achieve or exceed sales goals.
    Qualifications for the Sales and Research Executive Job
    Bachelor’s degree in Research, Sales, Business and/or Marketing.
    At least 2-3 years of B2B sales and research experience combined.
    Strong communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.
    Must have experience with client service, retention, growth and new business development.
    Must be a creative problem solver who can drive sales success while adapting to new challenges.
    An entrepreneurial spirit who will infuse their personality into the growing culture of the company.
    In-depth understanding of market research, consumer marketing and category management principles preferred.
    An understanding of data analytics preferred.
    Experience with Sales force and or other CRM software preferred.
    Quality control: reviewing and ensuring the highest quality standards of work are maintained at all times.
    People management in the project team in terms coaching, allocating and monitoring work.
    Excellent command of written & spoken English alongside ability to communicate in local language preferred.
    Strong communication and influencing skills.
    Good knowledge of research methodologies.
    Strong numeric skills.
    Ability to work and deliver under pressure.
    Team leadership and project management skills.
    Excellent computing skills especially in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
    Self-driven, results oriented, shows exceptional initiative
    Focused on quality and profit.
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    Send your Cover Letter and detailed CV to apply@jobs.dumaworks.com marking the subject as “2991”, Your Full name & Phone number e.g. 2991 Barack Obama, +2547xxxxxxxx. If you don’t follow these instructions, your application will not go through.Deadline for receiving applications: Tuesday, 05 September 2017N.B. * You will receive a confirmation email and an alert to take a basic screening test over SMS or online. The email with the test may not arrive immediately. Please be patient. The email/SMS test will typically be 5-8 questions to help us understand your background. Regular SMS rates apply to the test.If you apply and don’t meet these minimum qualifications, we won’t be able to forward your application to the employer.

    Apply via :

    apply@jobs.dumaworks.com

  • Digital Strategist

    Digital Strategist

    Roles and Responsibilities:
    Leading and managing a digital team
    Creation of digital strategies 
    Content Creation
    Manage ALL social media platforms
    Identify trends & insights and optimize spend and performance based on the insights
    Assisting cross-functional teams develop and evolve ideas on other platforms to achieve brand goals and consumer needs
    Provide PR and Communication services to clients while maintaining online relationships and customer care services
    Conversant with content creation, community management, website development & management and media buying & reporting 
    Minimum Qualifications:
    3+ years of digital experience
    2+ years of experience in an agency
    A degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business or a related field
    A creative thinker and a solutions oriented perspective 
    Strengths and Skills:
    Leadership
    Strategic Intent
    Team player

    If you have what it takes, please submit your CV to: shreya@expressddb.co.ke

    Apply via :

    shreya@expressddb.co.ke