Generator Supervisor – Somalia

Our client, a Construction, Logistics, Life Support and Maintenance Services for clientele operating in remote and demanding environments is looking to fill the position of a Generator Supervisor  for their offices based in Somalia. The successful candidate MUST have experience with generator operations and maintenance, physically fit and ideally have international exposure.

Key Responsibilities;

• Development of detailed cost estimates for routine and non-routine work.
• Development process of performance metrics, tracking, analysing and reporting performance.
• Supervising, directing, monitoring and scheduling day-to-day and long range activities for generator technicians.
• Resolving problems and/or conflicts and maintain open communication with the clients by providing regular written and oral reports.
• Providing technical expertise and guidance to employees and provide resolution of complex problems
• Taking corrective action to bring about required changes and ensure contract requirements have been executed at a level above specified standards.
• Ensuring employees are properly following processes and procedures
• Complying with company policies and procedures and adhere to company standards.

Qualification;

• Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently
• Must have a degree in engineering or industry certification
• Experience with generator operations and maintenance is mandatory.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a generator technician.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in a similar role.
• Must be physically fit, due to the location of the position.
• Must be willing to relocate.
• Have the ability to maintain a positive work environment and have superior communication skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 250,000/= plus flight, rotation, leave days, food and accommodation, personal accident and medical insurance (Approx. 2,500 USD) 

Deadline: 6th April 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1SMCX6J

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Business Development Manager – Agribusiness

Our client, a diversified Technology Company that changes how business, manage smallholder farmers, suppliers and clients through the effective use of mobile / web innovations is currently looking for a dynamic Business Development Manager with a strong Agribusiness background. He/she MUST have relevant experience selling solutions, natural sales person, a problem solver and passionate about what they do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and implement Kenya’s sales strategy and plan.
• Achieve sales targets and key performance indicators.
• Identify and sell the company’s key products and services.
• Write proposals, reports with supporting literature to potential clients.
• Use client inputs to shape the company’s product strategy and roll out.
• Develop a pricing model in the Kenyan market.
• Oversee public relations and usage of social media.
• Work with strategic partners to increase market reach.
• Write and design sales literature and marketing materials.
• Deliver customer presentations articulately and confidently.
• Network with existing customers for up selling & product ideas.
• Respond to tender documents and requests for proposal.

Qualification:

• 8-10 years of sales and marketing experience (minimum of 3-4 years in a senior position).
• Background in agriculture (agribusiness preferable).
• Be creative and an out-of-the-box thinker.
• Be process driven: value KPIs, CRM, targets, reporting.
• Want to work in a business with strong social impact.
• Want to work in innovative technology companies.
• Be able to articulate client needs into product enhancements.
• Have a consultative approach to problem solving for clients.
• Born Net-worker and sales strategist.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 150,000 -  200,000/= (Approx. 1,500 – 2,000 USD)depending on experience 

Deadline:  20th May 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1T2Rd8T  
  
Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavor to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes  of applications makes this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Ugandan National Facilities Manager - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Our client, a dynamic Organisation focused on improving different client services by managing people, process and technology is looking to fill the position of a Facilities Manager to be based in Dubai. The successful candidate MUST have relevant experience working in hospitals, malls, commercial buildings, schools airports, hotels and metro stations.  Only Ugandan citizens will be considered for the role.

Key responsibilities: 

• Ensure that the facilities are operated and maintained.
• Ensure facilities are cost-effective and maintained in safe condition.
• Interfaces with the customer’s management regarding contract and customer strategies.
• Review and approve all expenditures for tools, equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assist with preparation of facility budget.
• Manage, direct and schedule day-to-day activities for assigned properties.
• Ensure that all programs and procedures of the FM staff are implemented.
• Manages contractor specifications, problems, performance and administration.
• Provides the technical and management direction for all FM services.

Qualification:

• Must have knowledge of mechanical and electrical uninterrupted power supply (UPS).
• Knowledge of direct digital control (DDC) systems will be an added advantage.
• Must have bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Must have operational experience in a large FMCG factory environment.

Monthly gross salary:  Competitive Remuneration depending on skills and experience.

Deadline: 15th May 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:   http://bit.ly/1SvvgSj

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants but unfortunately high volumes  of applications makes this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successfully on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be consider for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Facilities Manager - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Our client, a dynamic Organisation focused on improving different client services by managing people, process and technology is looking to fill the position of a Facilities Manager to be based in Dubai. The successful candidate MUST have relevant experience working in hospitals, malls, commercial buildings, schools airports, hotels and metro stations. 

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure that the facilities are operated and maintained.
• Ensure facilities are cost-effective and maintained in safe condition.
• Interfaces with the customer’s management regarding contract and customer strategies.
• Review and approve all expenditures for tools, equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assist with preparation of facility budget.
• Manage, direct and schedule day-to-day activities for assigned properties.
• Ensure that all programs and procedures of the FM staff are implemented.
• Manages contractor specifications, problems, performance and administration.
• Provides the technical and management direction for all FM services.

Qualification:

• Must have knowledge of mechanical and electrical uninterrupted power supply (UPS).
• Knowledge of direct digital control (DDC) systems will be an added advantage.
• Must have bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Must have operational experience in a large FMCG factory environment.

Monthly gross salary:  Competitive Remuneration depending on skills and experience.

Deadline: 15th May 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/23L6LJs

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants but unfortunately high volumes  of applications makes this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successfully on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be consider for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Sales Representative - B2B Wholesale Consumer Goods.

Our client a local Manufacturer and Distributer of high quality fuel-efficient cooking products that saves lives and forest is looking to fill the position of a  Sales Representative for their offices based in Ruiru, Kenya. The successful candidate MUST have relevant experience selling to distributors, MFI’s, Sacco’s, third part E-commerce platforms and corporations. This is a field sales position and requires a tremendous amount of hustle, lead generation, independence and self-motivation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for finding new leads, setting meetings, introducing product, and closing sales deals.
• Pitch, negotiate, and close outside sales deals.
• Be the primary contact person on every account and regularly meet with clients.
• Train client’s staff on the product, company’s value position, and how to sell the product.
• Work with clients on their business strategy to ensure success of selling in selling product.
• Consistently track sales performance, measure and analyze monthly sales projections.

Qualification:

• Must be a natural sales person with solid experience selling B2B.
• Must be a university graduate.
• Must have reasonable experience on field sales and proven ability to prospect new clients.
• An experience selling wholesale consumer durable goods is mandatory.
• High energy, positive and able close deals 24/7.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.  60,000/= + commissions on sales (Approx. 600 USD) 
   
Deadline: 1st May 2016

Applications: To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1U24m6R 

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Visual Designer

Our client a local Manufacturer and Distributor of high quality fuel-efficient cooking products that saves lives and forest is looking to fill the position of an in-house Visual Designer for their offices based in Ruiru, Kenya. The successful candidate MUST be creative, detailed oriented, ability to take ideas from the engineers and sales executive and turn it into an amazing brand art.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be the lead creative and designer on our team. WOW us with your creative abilities.
• Design billboards, brochures, posters, packaging, bumper stickers, print ads, and more.
• Design internal communications, templates for presentations, newsletters, and factory signage.
• Help maintain and modify updates on company web site.
• Liaise with printers on production and take the lead on press checks.
• Carry out additional graphic design work on an as needed basis.
• Assist in motion graphics when needed.

Qualification:

• Must share an updated comprehensive portfolio of past work on consumer goods products and experience designing media pieces for above-the-line-marketing.
• Must have College degree.
• 3-5 year’s work experience as a graphic designer.
• A comprehensive understanding of designing for a brand that is competing at an international level.
• Although not essential, preference will be given to candidates who have experience in Website design and management.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 100,000 - 150,000/= (Approx. 1,000 - 1,500 USD) 

Deadline: 1st May 2016

Applications: To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1SoQHYz 

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

**** For any inquiry, please visit our website: www.summitrecruitment-search.com****

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Maintenance Supervisor - Isinya, Kajiado

Our client, a market leader in Animal Processing Industry across Africa is seeking to recruit a Maintenance Supervisor. The ideal candidate shall also execute both administrative and organizational roles and ascertain that all maintenance activities are seamlessly completed whilst upholding the quality and standards of the organization. He/She MUST be willing to travel up to 60% every month within Kenya.

Key Responsibilities;

• Conduct regular inspections and ensuring the proper upkeep & maintenance in the breeders, hatchery & broilers facilities.
• Design maintenance programs & implement preventative maintenance programs.
• Manage maintenance expenditure & ensure control of set budget.
• Ensure proper working of all electrical units and systems in the facilities.
• Lead entire maintenance team and ensure effective delegation of tasks.
• Keep a record of all the day-to-day maintenance and service activities undertaken in the facilities.
• Evaluate the skills and performance of the maintenance team.
• Carry out regular in house training for the maintenance team.
• Comply with all corporate policies & the occupational safety and health administration rules (OSHA).
• Place orders for spare parts & equipment for replacement & ascertain proper documentation.
• Synchronize work processes with other departments of the establishment.
• Participate in the recruitment of maintenance personnel.

Qualifications;

• Degree/ diploma in mechanical engineering.
• A minimum of 8 years experience managing a factory.
• Experience in manufacturing industry will be an added advantage.
• Effective people management skills.
• Ability to perform at a high level, constantly with proven experience.
• Effective project management.
• Computer literate.
• Being analytical and strategic.
• Good leadership & decision making skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 60,000 - 70,000/= (Approx. 600 - 700 USD) depending on experience

Deadline: 15th May 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1oWknOE

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Project Sales Managers - 3 positions

A dynamic Technology Company with clients in different parts of Africa based in Nairobi, Kenya is seeking to recruit 3 Project Sales Managers. The successful candidate MUST have relevant engineering and I.T background selling products and services to different enterprises while providing purchase, delivery, installation and regular maintenance. He/She MUST be tech savvy and a natural salesperson.

Key Responsibilities; 

• Identify customer requirements and provide tailor made solutions.
• Achieve individual quota that will be allocated in a fair and equitable manner.
• Develop clear proposal & quotes; negotiate prices and credit terms.
• Ensure completion of contracts and orders.
• Establish, develop and maintain business relationships.
• Prepare sales projections to be used for feasibility plans and financial projections.
• Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints.
• Make phone calls and in-person visits and presentations to existing and prospective clients.
• Engaging in post-sale with regard to project deployment, working closely with the projects and delivery team.

Qualifications;

• Must have 3 years proven experience in selling IT services & solutions.
• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or I.T is mandatory for the role.
• Must have excellent customer relationship building ability.
• Prior experience in selling for banks, telecommunication, hospitality and government enterprise will be a prerequisite for the role.
• Must have a clean and valid driving license.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Must be willing to travel.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh 100,000 plus monthly commissions & bonuses (Approx. 1,000 USD)

Deadline: 15th May 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1oHSgmj

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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Branch Manager – Outskirts of Nairobi

A fast rising Global Automotive Brand based in Nairobi, Kenya is seeking to recruit a Branch Manager to be based in the outskirts of Nairobi. The successful candidate MUST be willing to relocate to anywhere the position will be based. In addition, the candidate MUST have proven technical background and operational, sales, people and asset management in the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities; 

• Move a consolidated volume of 180 units in 12 months at the branch.
• Weekly update of business intelligence reports.
• Ensure that all orders are delivered in full and the parts process is followed to the letter.
• Ensure service turnaround times are adhered to as per service level.
• Assist in developing a succession plan for the various departments.
• Oversee the daily sales branch reports.
• Send branch reports on a monthly basis to the MD.
• Participate in all departmental meetings.
• Advise the various departmental heads on the action points.

Qualifications;

• Must have 10 years plus experience in the automotive industry in addition to general sales experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field.
• Experience in setting up a branch or dealership is an added advantage.
• Must have knowledge of financial reports, budgets, and sales/after-sales reports.
• Demonstrate leadership capabilities and people management skills.
• Excellent negotiator, networking, communicator / interpersonal  & analytical skills.
• Ability to demonstrate the strategic application in a business set up.
• A person of high integrity and ethics.
• Willing to relocate to any part of Kenya.

Monthly gross salary: Competitive depending on experience 

Deadline: 1st June 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1YoA7pN

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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ICT Manager

Our client, a leading Paint Manufacturer in the Eastern Africa region is looking for an ICT Manager. The ideal candidate MUST be 30-35 years, Punjabi/Hindi/Gujarati speaking. 

Key Responsibilities;

• To provide technology-based services, in the most cost-effective manner in collaboration with the business trend.
• Security through centralized identity and access management via wired and wireless.
• Database management, up-to-date and its availability authentic.
• SYSPRO ERP optimization, continuous training  on SYSPRO and other applications.
• Initialization of new depots / showrooms and user license optimization.
• Data centre server management.
• Technical off-site online and off-site offline operations.
• Unified ICT, enabling day-to-day operations.
• Branch creation, interface builds; coding-stock, customers, bank.
• Project completion / status report.
• Event prevailing reporting.
• Task assignments.
• Firewall activity reports.
• ICT monthly review report (SOP).
• Office 365 management.
• SYSPRO ERP troubleshooting, optimization and utilization.
• SYSPRO ERP tarring depot EDI inconsistency.
• Building contract pricing matrix for off-line depot update.
• SRS and other reports as required by various departments.
• Electronic KANBAN for local.
• All ETR/ESD machines administration.
• Hardware resource management.
• Bulk SMS messaging system.

Qualifications;

• A degree with a strong IT element and/or a recognised professional ICT qualification.
• Senior ICT leadership experience.
• Energy, drive, enthusiasm and ideas for improving business results.
• Senior ICT leadership experience in commercial including at least one ICT management position.
• Interest and ability in developing the staff within and beyond the team.
• Able to communicate the realities and possibilities of ICT to non-technical audiences.
• 30-35 Years.
• 6 years experience.
• Punjabi/Hindi/Gujarati speaking.
• He must be a Kenya citizen.

Monthly gross salary: Competitive depending on experience

Deadline: 31st   April 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1W4sMgA

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

**** For any inquiry, please visit our website: www.summitrecruitment-search.com****

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Pack House Manager – Southern Highlands, Tanzania

Our client based in Tanzania’s southern highlands, whose project is Growing and Exporting Fruits is looking for a Pack House Manager. The ideal candidate MUST have prior experience in a Packhouse.

Key Responsibilities;

• Manage all packhouse operations.
• Optimise packhouse operational efficiency.
• Optimise quality of produce from the packhouse with zero rejections.
• Ensure machinery is properly maintained.
• Ensure compliance with processing standards as set by the market.
• Ensure packhouse employees are properly trained.
• Support management team to ensure a cohesive and effectiveness.
• To supervise grading staff to ensure all quality standards are added to for packed fruit for export.
• Liaise with marketing personnel to determine how much fruit, of which type, is to be dispatched where.
• Ensure fruit of the correct quantity and quality is delivered to the packhouse to meet the market requirements.
• Closely monitor out grower fruit deliveries at the reception point to ensure quality is maintained.
• Liaise with freight handlers and shippers to ensure suitable containers are delivered on time.
• Allocate appropriate resources within the packhouse –daily and longer term.
• Train, motivate and discipline staff.
• Determine and prepare written procedures and protocols for all operations within the packhouse.
• Check machinery operation daily and correct any faults.
• Liaise with equipment suppliers to maintain and correct equipment operation.
• Monitor fruit temperatures in cold stores and take corrective action.
• Manage carton erection to ensure sufficient supply of erected cartons daily.
• Liaise with Procurement Dept to ensure sufficient cartons and packaging materials are in store.
• Select approved and appropriate chemicals for equipment cleaning and fruit treatment.

Qualifications;

• BSc. food science and post-harvest technology or equivalent.
• Minimum 4-years prior experience.
• Ability to manage teams, empower staff.
• Dynamic self starter with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to apply sound judgment to solve complex business problems.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to influence key stakeholders and  motivate staff.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 250,000 - 400,000/= (Approx. 2,500 - 4,000 USD) depending on experience

Deadline: 30th April 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1RrJ9ll

Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

**** For any inquiry, please visit our website: www.summitrecruitment-search.com****

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Marketing, Sales and Logistics Manager

Are you currently looking for your next great challenge? Are able to speak Gujarati/ Punjabi or Hindi? Look no further, our client a Start-up Production & Distribution Company based in Langata Nairobi is looking to fill the position of Marketing, Sales and Logistics Manager. The ideal candidate is an accomplished operational leader who is dynamic, strategic, analytical, and creative with a strong focus on revenue.  He / she is expected to think of big ideas, consistently deliver big results and MUST have a minimum of 5 years of experience in management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Required to build the customer base at the rate of 25% per week in order to achieve a target base of 1000 customers in 12 months.
• In conjunction with the Owner, the successfully candidate will oversee the running of the nursery and the sales of fresh vegetables.
• Drive the development of an online platform for sales with an AP.
• Actively involved in social media campaigns campaign.
• Engage with vegetable shops, go to school fairs and market in order to attract new business.
• Refine and develop the existing systems of communication with customers and the farm.
• Would manage operation and Logistics transport.

Qualification:

• Have the aptitude for setting up and enforcing systems and procedures.
• Be prepared to work long hours if necessary.
• Able to act independently within guidelines.
• Willing to work under pressure.
• Willing to commit to at least 12 months.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in business.
• Have a minimum of two years of experience in senior management.
• Must be Gujarati, Hindu and Punjabi speaking.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 200,000 – 250,000 /= (Approx.  2,000 – 2,500 USD)

Deadline: 20th April 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1qnD2V5  
   
Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants but unfortunately high volumes  of applications makes this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successfully on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be consider for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

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