Commercial Director

Our client that has developed and implemented a Modern Payment Platform in Kenya that is integrated through self-service kiosks and are able to accept payments for various kinds of services and provide convenience to customers as they pay for internet, satellite TV, airtime, utility payments etc is looking to fill the position of a Commercial Director for their offices based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate MUST be able to work in both B2B and B2C sectors and needs to be a self-starter who will work with current and potential partners on a daily basis, with accountability for leading business development and working with existing clients to grow their business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cooperate with service providers and must understand clients and user’s needs.
• Develop and implement Commercial strategies in order to accelerate Company’s growth.
• Conduct market research and analysis to create detailed business plan.
• Increase the quantity of Company's points of sales.
• Expand the range of services that Company offers.
• Collaborate with and coordinate diverse teams.
• Organize office work and increase the efficiency of business processes (back and front).
• Provide all necessary reports accurate and on time to the HQ.

Qualification:

• Must have a relevant bachelor’s degree. MBA degree is a strong advantage.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Must have experience in sales in electronic payments, banks or telecoms
• Must have strong project management experience.
• Have excellent skills for spoken and written communication.
• Be result driven and able to coordinate teamwork to achieve results in the given time frames.
• Have Strong interpersonal skills and focus on providing excellent customer service.
• Personal network in Communication, IT, and electronic payments area are desirable.
• Experience as a commercial director or other relevant role is a strong plus.
• International experience is desirable.
• Technical background is desirable and a plus.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 150,000/= (Approx. 1,500USD) Plus commission equivalent to Ksh. 150,000  depending on achievement of KPI’s 

Deadline: 29th July 2016

Applications: To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/296ZX41 

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. 

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

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Chinese – English Translator

Our client based in the China, who runs a High End Travel Business in Kenya, is looking for a Chinese – English Translator to be based in their Nairobi office. He/ she MUST have relevant International exposure preferred. 

Key Responsibilities:

• English – Chinese interpretation.

Qualification:

• Must have a bachelor degree.
• Driving License is an added advantage.
• Preferably more than 3 years’ experience as a certified interpreter.
• Good communication skills and comprehension.
• Strong sense of team work.
• Dedicated, responsible and able to work under pressure.
• Optimistic and positive.

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

Deadline: 30th July 2016 
         
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/2965G7p  

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. 

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

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Finance & HR Director

Our client, one of the world’s leading companies for Solar Home Systems with approximately 500 passionate employees, delivering a clean and affordable alternative to fossil fuels for low-income households, living without access to reliable energy is looking to fill the position of a Finance & HR Director for their offices based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate will be part of the management board and responsible for the administration’s strategy of their country operations in Kenya as well as the related day-to-day management, which include HR, Finance, Customer Finance and IT departments. In this position you will be reporting directly to the Group CFO in Germany.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management of the complete spectrum of accounting and reporting.
• Financial Management of the annual budgeting, financial analysis and controlling.
• Ensure liquidity and access to financial means in consideration of national compliance regulations.
• Monitor and optimize all administrative processes and commercial decisions within the organization.
• Implement HR strategies for our Kenyan operations.
• Monitor annual staff planning, salary and commission forecasts.
• Set up new departments, which will entail hiring/guiding of up to 10 direct reports.

Qualification:

• Business degrees with focus on finance/controlling.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience ideally in an international work environment.
• Possess sound knowledge of local as well as international regulations in taxation and labour law.
• Skilled in the daily business of cash flow management, budgeting processes, cost analyses and treasury operations.
• Personally you pursue a systematic, structured and reliable way of work.
• In addition to your affinity to finance you possess pronounced social competencies for teamwork.
• Target driven and dynamic and you consider your financial role as an important contribution to the business development of the entire enterprise.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 350,000 - 450,000/= (Approx. 3,500 - 4,500 USD) depending on skills and experience 
   
Deadline: 27th July 2016

Applications: To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/290qe13 

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. 

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

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Sales Manager

Our client, one of the world’s leading companies for Solar Home Systems with approximately 500 passionate employees, delivering a clean and affordable alternative to fossil fuels for low-income households, living without access to reliable energy is looking to fill the position of a Sales Manager for their offices based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate will drive the establishment of a suitable sales strategy, plan and manage day-to-day operations of our newly established entity in Nairobi and build up a strong sales and service team to deliver results in line with company objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Co-develop sales strategy, sales targets and sales quality in line with operation policies and processes.
• Maximize sales through existing channels
• Identify new channels to develop and implement the sales and service structure in the region
• Prepare a forecast, monitor the performance and provide weekly/monthly reports.
• Setting up and maintaining budget planning and compliance
• Analyzing market trends and competitors landscape to ensure a successful sales development
• Creating a strong sales team and establish a resilient cooperation with the marketing department and potential partners.

Qualification:

• Business degrees with focus on sales management.
• At least 3 years of professional B2C sales experience in a rapidly growing industry.
• Possess sound knowledge and experience in sales reporting and forecasting, budgeting processes.
• Possess sound knowledge and experience in business development and the execution of day-to-day sales performance.
• As an individual, you pursue a systematic, structured and reliable way of work.
• Skilled in the daily cash flow management, budgeting processes, cost analyses and treasury operations.
• Personally you pursue a systematic, structured and reliable way of work.
• Posses a hands-on approach and a pronounced social competencies for teamwork and people management.
• Target driven and dynamic ,have Passion, idealism, intrinsic motivation.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 200,000 - 250,000/= (Approx. 2,000 - 2,500 USD) depending on skills and experience 
   
Deadline: 27th July 2016

Applications: To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/290ANjK 

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. 

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

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Head of Marketing and Sales

Our client, one of the finest Beach Resorts in Kenya that features a stylish and modern architectural design and yet effortlessly blends into the African natural scenery is looking to fill the position of a Head of Marketing and Sales for their offices based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate will be responsible for bringing in group and volume business into hotel. As a key function of a hotel, he /she have to ensure that the hotel meets its financial goals and generate revenue at the best price. She/he should enjoy the sales process, be driven, confident and focused on building great relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop strategies and uncover new businesses to generate sales.
• Identify, qualify and solicit new business to achieve hotel revenue goals.
• Responsible for a maximum of occupancy of rooms, conferences and banquettes.
• Work closely with the CEO and Directors to determine appropriate sales strategies.
• Create lucrative sales targets and networks business relation’s to corporate client.
• Observe the market and identify trend and monitor the main competitors.
• Create sales targets depending on the tide of events.
• Monitor hotels position within assigned markets, recommend changes as necessary.
• Provide training and supervision of the hotels sales and marketing team.
• Maintain an understanding of the overall markets.

Qualification:

• A University degree with relevant experience.
• Post-graduation in Marketing.
• At least 15 to 20 years of relevant professional experience.
• Must be a self-starter, highly motivated, focused and result oriented.
• Ability to inspire confidence within the sales team.
• Must be familiar with local and international markets.
• Target driven and dynamic and a strong communicator.
• 5 years sales experience in a 5 star hotel.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 300,000 - 350,000/= (Approx. 3,000 - 3,500 USD) 

Deadline: 27th July 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/28YVwmx

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. 

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

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Senior Network Engineer

A leading Supplier of Networking Infrastructure for carrier and service provider networks worldwide is looking to recruit a Senior Network Engineer. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for successfully implementation of any projects. He / she MUST be an expert with Radware.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform site surveys.
• Conduct pre-installation sessions with customers to clarify the requirements and set an expectation before installation.
• Stage equipment in the lab prior to any installation, to all equipment are updated and upgraded to the latest software version.
• Serve as the point of contact to all technical difficulties.
• Perform regular internal trainings to upgrade the staff’s knowledge and skill level.
• Research new products, stage and understand how they are operating in conjunctions with the existing systems.
• Keep the lab in full function order.
• Join the pre-sales managers to assist with presentation and technical back-up.
• Create network designs for customers.

Qualification:

• Must have an IT or Computer Science undergraduate qualification.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years designing, implement, document and support various IT security solution for customers.
• A CCNA Certification would be an added advantage.
• Must apply with a detailed C.V indicating the projects handled.

Monthly gross salary: Open depending on skills and experience

Deadline: 25 July 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/28XJgVV 

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. 

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

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Senior Sales Manager – Communication

Our customer, a leading Supplier of Networking Infrastructure for carrier and service provider networks worldwide is looking to recruit a Senior Sales Manager. The successful candidate MUST have a relevant experience selling wireless bandwidth, broadband, fiber optic and business telecommunication solution to enterprise business and ISP.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the sales process of acquiring new accounts, including negotiations and closure of new business and partnership contracts.
• Manage existing projects and business activities;
• Create and retain positive on-going relationships with the customers/partners.
• Follow instruction from the head of sales.
• Conduct market and product research.
• Participate in the site survey.
• Prepare tender response.
• Conduct road shows and other marketing events.

Qualification:

• Good understanding of the telecommunications industry, especially East African market.
• Proven experience of at least 2 years in telecom sales in Kenya.
• Relevant experience selling hardware solutions.
• Succeeded to create and manage a business scope of over 5 million dollars annually.
• Excellent relationship with customers and partners in Kenya (telecom companies, carriers, utilities, governmental customers, etc.)
• Academic degree, preferably of technical nature.
• Must apply with an updated C.V reflecting achievements and revenue generated during sales.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 200,000 /= (Approx. 2,000 USD) plus commission on sales

Deadline: 25 July 2016
          
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/28SyEtG 

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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Head Chef for Restaurant – Westlands, Kenya

Our client, a Kenyan Landmark Hotel Group, is looking to recruit a passionate and creative Head Chef to run their restaurant in Westlands. He/She will be responsible to coordinate and supervise the running of the kitchen at the restaurant in line with the restaurant concept, with the aim of maintaining high standards of food production and obtaining maximum guest satisfaction as well as increasing sales and achieve food cost budget.

Key Responsibilities;

• Responsible for training chefs & implementing kitchen standards.
• Develop menus and plan banqueting functions.
• Proactive maintenance.
• Good stock controls and stock rotation.
• Responsible for all food orders, storerooms and fridge and deep freezers.
• Maintain accurate management information system.
• Maintain safe, healthy and hygienic working environment.
• Forecast food production accurately.
• Food & beverage reports.

Qualification;

• At least 3+ years relevant experience in a high end establishment.
• Diploma or certificate from reputable hospitality college/school.
• Passion for creating fabulous food.
• Excellent communication skills - with guests and fellow staff members.
• Good organisational ability.
• Lateral thinking ability.
• Initiative.
• Honest, have good integrity, a proactive and driven person who has career ambitions.
• Computer skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 300,000/= (Approx. 3,000 USD) 

Deadline: 3rd July 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/28ILoxD

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. 

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

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Green House Technical Manager - Khartoum, Sudan.

Our client, the biggest Conglomerate in Sudan is looking to recruit a Green House Technical Manager for its operation in Sudan. The successful candidate MUST be an expert in horticulture, plant cultivation, pest and disease control and greenhouse technology. He/She will be responsible to plan, organize, direct, control, and coordinate activities of workers engaged in propagating, cultivating, and harvesting horticultural specialties such as mediterranean vegetables, salads and herbs.

Key Responsibilities;

• Position and regulate plant irrigation systems, and program environmental and irrigation control computers.
• Prepare soil for planting, and plant or transplant seeds, bulbs, and cuttings.
• Assign work schedules and duties of greenhouse staff, and supervise their work.
• Determine plant growing cycles and  conditions, such as, hydroponics, or natural settings.
• Set planting, care schedules and cultivation plans.
• Determine types and quantities of horticultural plants to be grown, based on budgets, projected sales volumes, and/or executive directives.
• Hire workforce, and train them in greenhouse operation techniques.
• Identify plants as well as problems such as diseases, weeds, and insect pests.
• Select and purchase seeds, plant nutrients, disease control chemicals, and equipment.
• Tour work areas to observe work being done, to inspect crops, and to evaluate plant and soil conditions.
• Ensure proper application of pesticides and fertilisers to plants.
• Coordinate clerical, recordkeeping, inventory, requisitioning, and procurement activities.
• Training & knowledge sharing with local staff.

Qualifications;

• Bachelor of agriculture (engineering).
• Previous experience in similar job role or minimum 5 years’ experience (senior role).
• Able to identify practical solutions during greenhouse operation.
• Problem solving and diagnostic skills.
• Detailed up to date knowledge of appropriate technical discipline.
• Communication and interpersonal skills and ability to liaise and coordinate with others.
• Vast and extensive experience in greenhouse technology and other related fields.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 709,000/= plus medical and other benefits (Approx. 7,090 USD) 

Deadline: 3rd July 2016

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/28IJHQY

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. 

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

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Marketing Manager

Our client, a local Manufacturer & Distributer of high quality fuel-efficient cooking products is looking to recruit a Marketing Manager. The ideal candidate MUST have relevant management experience working in a pure marketing role in an FMCG or Manufacturing company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop media strategy and make recommendations for optimal media buys to advertise company products.
• Manage budgets and coordinate media campaigns with the sales department.
• Be the day-to-day driver of the media plan including building relationships with and communicating with media partners.
• Train and coach media partners on the key selling points and unique value proposition of company products.
• Provide creative direction on ad campaigns (radio advertising/TV commercials), artwork, and promotional concepts.
• Understand the Kenyan media landscape (market share, demographics, popular TV shows etc.)
• Communicate trends and current events to management.
• Monitor, analyse and optimise ROI of marketing campaigns.


Qualification:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Marketing.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in senior management.
• Must have worked in an FMCG or Manufacturing company.
• Must be naturally driven, hustler with a strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills & knowledge of media management tools and marketing procedures would be an added advantage.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 180,000 - 200,000/= (Approx. 1,800 - 2,000 USD) 

Deadline: 1st July 2016          

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1ZKRdz8   

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. 

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

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Business Development Executive

A  Fast growing, dynamic Soft Skills Training Company is looking to recruit a Business Development Executive based in Karen, Nairobi. The successful candidate MUST have a post graduate qualification and relevant sales experience in business to business sales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for contacting prospective clients, setting up sales meetings and promoting relevant training courses.
• Development of social media copy and regular postings on social media platforms and company website.
• Managing and building on-line social media platforms Google +, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter.
• Making minor updates on company website as necessary.
• Administration support to set up and confirm all training courses
• Logistical support for training courses; materials, F&B, documents etc
• Development of post-training reports and follow-up materials
• Administrative and office support and support for Head of Training
• Set up and maintain paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence, and other material.
• Collect and disburse funds from cash accounts, and keep records of collections and disbursements.

Qualification:

• Must have a post graduate qualification.
• Must have experience writing proposal to different clients.
• Must have experience selling services B2B.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must enjoy dealing with people from different background.
• Must be tech Savvy.
• Must have excellent written and verbal skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 30,000 + annual bonus proportionate to growth of the company

Deadline:  1st July 2016 
         
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/28k8vck 

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. 

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

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Senior Account Manager – Communication

Our client a well-established Communication Solution Company with a strong commercial presence across Sub-Saharan Africa supported by the Holding Company, which is British and has a solid international presence is looking to fill the position of Senior Accounts Manager to be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successfully candidate MUST relevant experience selling wireless equipment’s to ISP and Telco’s.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote sales of systems and products.
• Manage customer accounts, including all related aspects.
• Issue customer proposals and conduct weekly follow-up.
• Issue periodic marketing write ups and mail shots.
• Submit weekly reports to Head of Sales.
• Conduct market and product research.
• Generate sales leads.
• Conduct road shows and other marketing events.

Qualifications:

• Must have a diploma in sales.
• Must have experience selling telecommunication solutions.
• Must have experience selling to ISP and Telecommunication companies.
• Must demonstrate experience selling broadband wireless equipment’s.
• Must be tech savvy.
• Must have a proven track record in handling major clients and this should be detailed in the C.V.
• Must have excellent presentation and negotiation skills.

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

Deadline: 25th June 2016
          
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/1XwqGs0 
  
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. 

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

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Recruiter

One of Kenya’s leading Recruitment, Head-hunting and Talent Search Agency is seeking to employ a dynamic, self-motivated Consultant based in Karen. Previous experience is not essential, but all applicants MUST be able to source new clients, have excellent interpersonal skills, have outstanding levels of communication; verbal and written and a relevant bachelor’s degree.

Key Responsibilities;

• Develop and implement the company recruitment and training strategy to support business growth.
• Partner with clients to provide strategic HR solutions with tactical action plans locally and overseas.
• Liaise closely with all clients, to ensure their recruitment needs are being met.
• Advice clients on prevailing HR policies and practices.
• Source industry related remuneration market data, and ensure clients understand competitive compensation and benefit programs in Kenya and overseas.
• Lead change initiatives locally and overseas and be available to travel for meetings as and when necessary by the client.
• Maintain and nurture the client and candidate database for the local and overseas market.

Qualification;

• Must have a relevant bachelor’s degree.
• Relevant experience in management of clients and developing business in Kenya.
• Working in a multi-cultured environment.
• Ability to development new business from clients and deal with candidate’s requirements.
• Ability and confidence to engage and influence at senior levels.
• Fluent in speaking and writing English.
• Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.

Monthly gross salary:  Transport and Lunch Allowance

Deadline: 15th June 2016
          
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1t65mgi 

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. 

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

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South African National Plant Manager – Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Our client, a Resource & Technology based company that develops, produces and markets worldwide a broad range of specialty mineral, mineral-based and synthetic mineral products is looking to recruit a Plant Manager. The successful candidate MUST be a citizen of South Africa with an excellent maintenance background in a multinational company and vast experience and knowledge of lean and quality, environmental and health & safety systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the site operates within all necessary statutory & corporate safety requirements.
• Achieve customer requirements at lowest delivered cost and required quality levels.
• Deliver plant financial performance.
• Maintain systems, communications and training in health & safety, quality and environment (ISO).
• Drive operational excellence programme and be a champion of standard work procedures.
• Lead continuous improvement activities, encouraging all team members to participate in Kaizen events.
• Lead operations team and prioritise their development for the future.
• Maximise utilisation and efficiency of plant and equipment, ensuring a robust program of TPM.
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external reporting requirements.
• Manage manufacturing projects, product transfer, domestically and internationally, capital investments and process improvements.
• Implement and drive Total Productive Maintenance Programme.
• Supervise the performance of staff by setting goals and objectives through regular performance evaluations.
• Communicate and support all company policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Must have a degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience working at management level.
• Must have a vast maintenance background and the ability to direct internal and contract service.
• Proven world class safety management and implementation experience is mandatory.
• Must have a working background in a manufacturing company.
• Must have experience working with an ERP System with an added advantage working with Oracle.
• Excellent business acumen with strong customer facing, commercial and financial skills.
• Must be a natural leader with excellent interpersonal skills.

Monthly gross salary: Rand. 55,000 - 58,333 (Approx. 3,500 - 3,742 USD) plus 10% bonus

Deadline: 25th June 2016  
        
Applications:
To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/1UwxIJ6 

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. 

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

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Administration Manager

Our client a leading Supplier of Premium Home Furnishings and Accessories in Kenya is looking to recruit an Administration Manager. The ideal candidate MUST have experience working in the retail industry. Previous office admin/office manager experience is a MUST.

Key Responsibilities;

• Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
• Maintains store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
• Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counselling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analysing variances; initiating corrective actions.
• Identifies current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers.
• Ensures availability of merchandise and services by approving contracts; maintaining inventories.
• Formulates pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities; determining additional needed sales promotion; authorizing clearance sales; studying trends.
• Markets merchandise by studying advertising, sales promotion, and display plans; analysing operating and financial statements for profitability ratios.
• Secures merchandise by implementing security systems and measures.
• Protects employees and customers by providing a safe and clean store environment.
• Maintains the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirements.
• Determines marketing strategy changes by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Maintains operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing the program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Qualifications;

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree/diploma in a business related course.
• Must have at least 5 years of experience in an administrative role.
• A highly organized individual able to multitask with ease.
• Excellent command of English and a clear communicator.
• Should have strong staff management/supervisory skills
• An eye for detail and the ability to manage with minimal supervision is key.
• Strong Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook and report writing skills are essential.
• Basic IT skills as well as basic accounting skills would be an added advantage.
• A class E driver’s license would be an added advantage.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 60,000 - 75,000/= (Approx. 600 - 750 USD) depending on experience

Deadline: 30th June 2016

Applications:

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

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. 

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

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