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  • Procurement Assistant – Auction Assistant Procurement Manager- Resilience & Sustainability Process Specialist

    Procurement Assistant – Auction Assistant Procurement Manager- Resilience & Sustainability Process Specialist

    Purpose of Role
    The purpose of this role is to assist in the running of tea tasting operations, storage & disposal of tea samples, auction data receipt and management as part of the overall auction procurement process
    Qualifications & Experience Required
    Relevant Experience

    Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement or relevant field

    Key Skills

    Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite and data analysis applicatiosns  
    Knowledge of Tea Tasting will be an added advantage
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    Accountabilities
    Tea Tasting Process

    Liaises with tea brokers for delivery of pre-auction samples
    Prepares tasting lists for use by Saleroom Supervisor
    Coordinates tea batch preparation and sample tasting scheduling
    Supervises the preparation of weekly tea muster samples
    Ensures correct note taking for tea tasters and categorization of tea across all sourcing channels
    Ensures Tea sale room operations are conducted as per laid down Good Saleroom Practices (GSP).
    In liaison with Lead Taster, ensure select samples of purchased lots are tasted and categorized correctly in the tea procurement system
    Responsible for training new users in tasting note taking

    Pre-Auction

    Liaises with tea brokers for weekly delivery of electronic pre-auction catalogues.
    Assist Procurement Specialist Operations in compiling auction volume availability for auction buyers

    Sampling

    Coordinates dispatch of tea samples as per instruction from Unilever Asia Private Limited and advice thereof
    In liaison with Procurement Specialist- Auction, ensure purchased samples are received, tasted and archived.

    Data Management

    Authenticates tasting data prior to tea categorization of auction catalogues and upload of pre-auction catalogues in the tea procurement system
    Authenticates complete auction catalogues
    Generates catalogue pre-sort report for tea tasting exercise
    Coordinates the entry of auction buying results into the tea procurement system including data entry.
    Coordinates bidding confirmation exercise with service provider, ensuring right teas are allocated as per customer requirements

    Travel

    As per the job/site requirements, local travel likely.

    Leadership Behavior

    Should meet expectations on the Unilever Standards of Leadershipopens in a new window behaviors relevant to this work level.

    Key Interface
    Internal

    Procurement Auction team
    Procurement Finance team
    Ekaterra Tea Blending Team

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  • Marketing Director

    Marketing Director

    Key Responsibilities

    Drive successful introduction of new products and solutions to the market.
    Develop and manage all marketing assets and materials for product launches, including internal and external launch packages.
    Lead end-to-end campaign development including identifying insights and audiences, developing strategy, briefing creation, defining messaging and channel planning.
    Win support for your campaign ideas by partnering with key stakeholders in sales, R&D, claims, quality and regulatory.
    Partner with analytics and creative team to test creative and integrated learnings, ensuring that campaigns are constantly optimized and evolving.
    Develop intelligence in coordination with the sales and business operations teams, and ensure global and regional understanding of competitive threats, trends, pricing.
    Identify and define focused market segments, develop the product portfolio and new growth opportunities for the business that provide competitive advantage and significant growth.
    Build and maintain monthly forecasts and annual budgets of marketing KPIs and vendor management for tradeshows.

    Requirements

    Business experience with marketing or strategy development in the personal care industry. A degree in science fields preferred.
    +10 years of progressive experience in Marketing management setting a vision and executing in a similar integrated marketing leadership role within Personal care industry.
    Experience with social media platforms and digital marketing a plus.
    Track record of breakthrough newsworthy campaigns, creativity, and innovative thinking.
    Understands the personal care industry and market trends well.
    Stellar written and verbal communication skills
    Ability to deliver effective business relations at all levels, internally and externally.

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  • Procurement Manager Talent Acquisition Specialist

    Procurement Manager Talent Acquisition Specialist

    Key Responsibilities:

    Devise and use fruitful procurement and sourcing strategies
    Discover profitable suppliers and initiate procurement partnerships
    Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms
    Approve the ordering of necessary goods and services
    Finalize purchase details of orders and deliveries
    Conducting cost analyses and setting benchmarks for improvement
    Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
    Collaborate with key persons to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company
    Foresee alterations in the comparative negotiating ability of suppliers and clients
    Expect unfavourable events through analysis of data and prepare control strategies
    Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements
    Control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs

    Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:

    Proven working experience as a Procurement Manager, or Head of Procurement
    Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a dexterity in “reading” the market
    Talent in negotiations and networking
    Good knowledge of supplier or third-party management software
    Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers
    Experience in collecting and analyzing data
    Strong leadership capabilities
    BSc degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administration

    What we offer:

    Be a part of an international, dynamic and driven team that has set their aspirations high and work hard to achieve those
    Opportunities to learn and grow together with us
    Competitive compensation package
    Health benefits

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  • Process Engineer Forklift Operator Fiberglass Technician

    Process Engineer Forklift Operator Fiberglass Technician

    Job Purpose:
    The Process Engineer role is a key position within the Innovation & Technology Department and responsibilities include identifying areas for improvement, maintaining high levels of manufacturing and product quality, designing new products and processes, as well as ensuring cost-efficiency and conformance with regulatory standards. An outstanding Process Engineer should be able to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for maximum efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality.
    Key responsibilities:

    To design new systems, equipment, and processes for the introduction of new products or the improvement of existing ones
    To design the new manufacturing methods, oversee the implementation, testing and making adjustment as necessary
    To design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiency
    To develop detailed layouts for equipment, processes, and workflow
    Estimate costs, production times, or staffing requirements for new designs / product
    Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures
    Evaluating existing manufacturing processes and identifying areas for improvement
    Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations
    To apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness
    Ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations
    Evaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standards
    Investigate or resolve operational problems, such as material use variances or bottlenecks
    Developing and implementing cost-saving measures and quality control systems
    Ensuring manufacturing processes, equipment, and products comply with safety standards and legal regulations
    Determine root causes of failures using statistical methods and recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods
    Develop alternative methods of making manufacturing practices more efficient and cost effective; look at space constraints, material requirements and current needs to improve
    Continuous improvement and elimination of waste through ongoing analysis and identification of inefficiencies within the system
    Direct and oversee the full lifecycle of a product’s manufacturing process, including design, construction, packaging and quality control
    Researching and developing new processes, equipment, and products
    To study the new product design, process layout and build of the manufacturing process / system
    To support for developing EV conversion and EV product development
    To create products that meet all specifications and quality standards with the most cost-effective process
    keep up to date with current and developing trends in the manufacturing industry, at a national and international level
    To identify and deliver service improvement activity across the business through employing process improvement methodologies and the application of innovative thinking
    And any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

    Required qualifications and experience:

    Degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering required
    4+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering preferred
    Experience evaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing processes and machinery
    Experience using CAD, data analysis programs, and related software
    Excellent understanding of continuous improvement concepts including Lean, value stream mapping
    Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of Partners, senior managers, and subject matter experts
    Strong analytical, project and product management skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs and translate them into operational requirements
    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    Highly motivated with the ability to work independently
    Strong business acumen and ability to translate technology to potential business impacts
    Knowledge of ISO Standards, (9001, 14001, 45001, etc)

    Critical Competencies required:

    Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers
    Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
    Experience in collecting and analyzing data
    Talent in negotiations and networking
    Strong organization and management skills
    A person of high integrity

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    If you meet the above requirements, please e-mail your cover letter and CV to talent@ava.co.ke. The subject of the email should be indicated. Due to the high volumes of applications that we receive, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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  • Project Coordinator- Civil Society Strengthening Community Listening Libraries Starter Kit Call For Expression Of Interest-Coast Based CSO’s

    Project Coordinator- Civil Society Strengthening Community Listening Libraries Starter Kit Call For Expression Of Interest-Coast Based CSO’s

    Responsibilities
    The Project Coordinator- Civil Society Strengthening, will be responsible for leading Civil Society work in Coastal region including – but not limited to.

    Providing leadership in planning and coordination, ensuring effective implementation of the Country AGECS Sub-Project (s).
    Lead capacity development support to civil society including capacity assessments, adapt AKF’s existing tools, and oversee the resulting organizational and technical support including but not limited to the provision of technical assistance, mentoring, coaching and peer learning to effectively, play a prominent, and collaborative role in providing solutions for the region’s development.
    Working closely with technical advisors and project staff, develop and deliver capacity development materials and processes and tools in diverse areas of organizational development.
    Support the technical teams to ensure gender and youth issues are mainstreamed into all capacity development initiatives
    Working with the coastal team to identify ways that partner CSOs can come together with other stakeholders to make use of the potential for increased engagement and participation
    Providing technical support for institutional strengthening for all the CSO partners

    Specifically, the Project Coordinator- Civil Society Strengthening, will:

    Develop and regularly update annual workplan and design a specific annual workplan for support to CSOs. In addition, preparation, and submission of AGECS project work plans, activity reports, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual narrative reports
    Assist with the design and delivery of a grant and resourcing schemes as per the different projects
    Facilitate and convene a space for dialogue, discussion, and collaborative working in a range of fora between regional government institutions and civil society entities on regional development priorities.
    Undertake regular meetings throughout the region to identify potential engagement opportunities.
    Ensure that risks associated with working with Civil Society organisations are documented and managed.
    Provide input as required to project reporting on all aspects of the projects working with CSO in coast region.
    Be responsible for the grant management of the AGECS Sub-Projects including Coordination of quarterly and annual review meetings with implementing partners*.*
    Ensure integration of gender equality considerations and social inclusion in all aspects of project design, implementation, and management.

    Coordinate with AKF MERL team to:

    Develop, review, and finalize Sub-Projects’ M&E plans, including the selection of appropriate indicators.
    Engage Sub-Projects’ teams to support regular data collection, analysis, interpretation & learning.
    Ensure all data collection processes adhere to robust ethical standards, including AKF’s Safeguarding Policy and all relevant national research and ethics standards.

    Coordinate with / support the Coast region Finance focal point to:

    Coordinate with the coast region finance focal point on reporting, forecasting and compliance.
    Work closely with the finance focal point to manage project expenditure and control over/under spending.
    Discuss monthly finance reports with the coast region s finance focal person
    Work closely with the procurement focal point to ensure project purchases are done on time and as per donor regulations.

    The ideal candidate will have:
    Required Qualifications, Experience, and Competencies

    A bachelor’s degree in social sciences, development studies, organizational development preferably social sciences, , and/or other relevant disciplines.
    Minimum five (5) years of project management experience in implementing civil society initiatives including capacity development programs
    Proven experience in working through and strengthening civil society.
    Demonstrated analytical, organizational, convening, interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills in a cross-cultural context.
    Expert capacity in written and verbal skills in English with the ability to write high-quality reports for donor projects and analytical briefs.
    Ability to work well in teams and particularly teams that span across multiple geographies.
    Demonstrated ability in public speaking and public presentations in local community and partner meetings, trainings, and workshops.
    Capacity to work independently, take initiative and manage a variety of activities simultaneously while meeting strict reporting deadlines and keeping colleagues and senior managers well informed.
    Ability to facilitate collaborative and participatory processes with partners and stakeholders.
    Ability to work in local languages relevant to the country is an asset.
    Strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation methodologies and logical frameworks.
    Demonstrated ability to remotely work, lead and motivate a diverse team of partners.
    Strong familiarity in working using online and digital technologies including proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other valuable presentation platforms.

    Deadline:29th of April 2022

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  • Operations Team Leader Senior Sales Executive- Office Automation

    Operations Team Leader Senior Sales Executive- Office Automation

    Job Overview 
    The Operations Team leader directs, oversees, optimizes, and provides strategic direction and  leadership across all department in the organization. You will lead the development and deployment  of manufacturing practices focused on safety, quality, diversity, and continuous  improvement. Establishes systems to collect metrics, analyse results, and set performance targets  that will meet the goals of the organization. 
    Key responsibilities: 

    Responsible for the oversight manufacturing facility and directly manages and provides  leadership to facility Manager and their teams. 
    Coordinate strategy (On behalf of MD) to realize ambitions set out in the corporate plan. ∙ 
    Directs manufacturing activities to ensure good quality and on time delivery to customers.
    Develops, reviews, and implements strategies and actions resulting in continuous  improvement in safety, product quality, product delivery, productivity, material utilization,  customer service, workforce diversity, quality of work life, and lower manufacturing costs. 
    Participates in strategic planning process (including the Sales & Operations Planning process) and develops long-range plans to meet business profit and growth objectives. 
    Act as a Liaison between your Deputies and Top management and support them to ensure  they achieve their key responsibilities. 
    Serve as Primary Liaison to legal counsel in addressing legal issues e.g. governing  instrument, partnerships, licensing etc. 
    Oversee organizational insurance policies and compliance. 
    Develops, maintains, and improves metrics monitoring performance and attainment of key  goals and objectives. 
    Oversee IT and premises as well as coordination and communication between all operational  functions 
    On need based, Collaborate with key business leaders to ensure reliable and timely supply  of products to their premises. 
    Responsible for all aspects of the budget for the Operations group; including capital and  expense planning, managing to the monthly forecast, and cost reductions as necessary. 
    Partners with Quality, Engineering and Finance to coordinate the manufacturing process  for the introduction of new products, equipment, processes, and technology.
    Ensures robust operational and security procedures and training are in place, and that  operations are following compliance as required by legislation and company Quality Policy. 
    Forges close relationships with members of the Senior Leadership Team and other key  stakeholders like Auditors, to ensure best practices are in-corporated into the business. 
    Supports cultural improvements and programs that are sustainable and employee  engagement driven. 
    Be responsible for HR increasing efficiency and effectiveness. 
    Plans, schedules, and reviews workload and manpower to make sure targets are being met  on a cost-effective basis 
    Ensures the production team has enough time to manufacture and deliver products based  on the client’s requests 
    Manages staff selection, performance and development, to ensure team competencies and  capabilities to reach the business goals and expectations. 
     Oversee Purchases of materials and services required for production 
    Helps in Follow up on interruptions to the order 
    Collect, analyze, summarize, record and communicate economic, social, commercial, legal  and technology information to others, and timely report to the MD. 
    Prepare the best legal and administrative environment support for the production to be  carried-out smoothly. 
     Keep confidential documents and property of the Company. 
    Ensure legal works; protect legal benefit for the company, and keep as archives legal  documents of the Company. 
    In charge of receiving and sending official documents and records 
     Ensure good control over dispatch and store departments 
    Manages the growth and success of the team and the business 
    Control expenditures. 
    Directly supervise, Deputy Operations Team Leaders, HR, Factory Managers, Production  and Stores Supervisors and Dispatch section 
    Any other duty assigned. 

    Qualifications: 

    Degree/Diploma in HRM/Business Management/Administration/Marketing  
    At least 6 years’ experience in Operations or General Management. 
    Good knowledge and understanding of sales, administration and overall operations  management. 
    Age: 38 years and above 

    Deadline: 2022-05-02 

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  • Oracle Functional Expert

    Oracle Functional Expert

    JOB PURPOSE
    To support and manage the enterprise oracle E-Business suite (EBS) products and business intelligence tool.
    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Support and manage Oracle EBS suite modules and interfaces where needed.
    Continuously examine business needs / requirements.
    Attend to oracle functional end user issues, troubleshooting & offer solutions.
    Creating & modification of oracle custom reports, creating and personalization of oracle forms.
    Establish & enforce system security regarding users, menus, and responsibility access.
    Create, update and close oracle SRs
    Creating new SOPs for business application processes and updating current SOPs.
    Training new users and conducting refresher training sessions.
    Supporting and managing Business Intelligence software
    Creating master data i.e. users, suppliers, customers & items.

    Experience Required

    BSc. In Computer science, Business IT or related field from accredited university.
    3 years of actively supporting and vast knowledge in least 7 of the following Oracle EBS modules; Purchasing, Accounts payables, Inventory, Manufacturing, Order Management, Accounts Receivables, Landed Cost Management, Cost Management SLA & Cash Management.
    Good knowledge in use of Oracle SQL, PL-SQL program units
    Ability to create Forms and Reports.
    Ability to personalize Oracle Forms.
    Good knowledge in using service helpdesk system, tracking, and closing issues logs.
    Good knowledge in documenting processes SOP’s

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  • City Launcher – Mombasa

    City Launcher – Mombasa

    Be a Part Of a Team Where You Will

    Frame the launching city, get the fleet needed for optimal operations and ensure that all Glovers are properly trained and prepared
    Coordinate the fleet in the city until all metrics achieve the targets
    Understand, deep-dive and have a complete understanding of the local supply situation at all times
    Support the day-to-day operations of our partners and execute initiatives to grow their businesses with Glovo.
    Understand what makes every city unique and adapt Glovo’s business model accordingly

    You Have

    Data driven mindset
    Orientation toward results, you are autonomous and efficient
    Excel and Data Interpretation Skills
    Good communication skills with ability and agility to solve problems
    Great ability to work as a team member
    A Get stuff done attitude: Launchers need to get a lot done in a short period. You have a scrappy attitude, you are comfortable working with limited resources under tight deadlines and you are not afraid of rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands dirty

    We are always looking for the best candidates, so if you think you would be a good fit even if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements we would love to hear from you!

    Experience Our Glovo Life Benefits

    Enticing equity plan (if applicable)
    Top-notch private health insurance
    Monthly Glovo credit to spend on our restaurant products and zero delivery fee on all Glovo orders!
    Discounted gym memberships
    Flexible time off (take the time you need) and hybrid working model (own your time)
    Enhanced parental leave including nursery support!
    Online therapy and wellbeing benefit
    External learning budget

    What You’ll Find When Working At Glovo

    Gas: Driven to deliver quality results quickly
    Good Vibes: Bring positivity and communicate openly
    Stay Humble: Self-aware and open to learning
    Care: Uplift people and the planet
    Glownership: Act as proud owners
    High Bar: Focus on Top Performance

    If you believe you match these values, we look forward to meeting you!

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  • Senior Account Manager

    Senior Account Manager

    About the Role:

    The Senior Account Manager will support the Partner Success Manager towards establishing and maintaining positive relationships with the organizations partners across the country. The holder of this role will report directly to the Partner Success Manager.

    Key responsibilities will include:

    On-board and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with partners.
    Negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximize profits.
    Ensure that the partners are always updated with accurate information about the company.
    Ensure the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to partners’ needs and objectives.
    Develop new business with existing partners and/or identify areas to improve.
    Set targets and metrics with regards to partners and ensure these are met.
    Develop strategies to stay ahead of the competition.
    Drafting and preparing business proposals.
    Collaborating with the marketing department to ensure alignment on campaigns and promotional strategies.
    Building and maintaining positive relationships with high level partners and accounts.
    Prepare reports on account status.

    Who we are looking for:

    You have a bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Management or a related course.
    You have at least five years’ experience in Account Management, and have experience developing and maintaining high-level partnerships/Accounts.
    You have strong written and verbal communication.
    You are excited about taking on challenges and have a knack for problem-solving.
    You have a track record of achieving strong results through others.
    Entrepreneurial mindset and hustler mentality.
    You have experience leading a team and are able to clearly communicate tasks and objectives to the people you are leading.
    You have past experience achieving strong results in a fast-paced environment.
    You have a strong track record of success in a Sales/Business development role.

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