Deputy Operations Manager Job in Kenya


Deputy Operations Manager

A premier provider of logistics solutions across the entire East African Region is seeking to recruit a Deputy Operations Manager.

The position holder will be required to work closely with the various departments to provide leadership and ensure laid procedures are well executed to promote a culture of high performance within the organization.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Supervise line Managers and staff and coordinate business processes.
  • Assist in preparation and management of departmental budgetary allocation.
  • Consolidate and comprehensively report all core operation activities (from within and countrywide branches) relevant for management decision making.
  • Develop policies and procedures, periodically review, evaluate, and assess core operations activities to ensure high efficiency, productivity and client satisfaction.
  • Oversee timely and accurate preparation of customs documents.
  • Continuously improve the skills, knowledge and morale of all employees.
The Person
  • In order to qualify for consideration for the above position, the applicant should:
  • Be a holder of a degree in a business-related field from a recognized university or any other relevant University degree.
  • At least 5 years’ experience in Operations Management preferably in the logistics industry.
  • Diploma in Clearing and Forwarding or Freight Management.
  • Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Have strong customer focus, entrepreneurial skills, commercial thinking, problem solving and analysis.
  • Excellent oral and written English language skills.
  • Have strong leadership and change management skills.
  • Be flexible, resilient, energetic and dynamic.
How to Apply

Interested candidates who clearly demonstrate the ability to meet the criteria given should send the completed application form via email to opsvacancy@gmail.com to be received not later than 18th May 2013.