General Motors East Africa, the
leading Automotive Company in the East Africa Region assembling and
distributing Global brands, Isuzu & Chevrolet has the following employment
opportunity:-
Credit Analyst
Ref: FIN/HRBP/05
Reporting to the Credit Manager, the
successful candidate will be responsible for the following:-
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Ensure documentation for vehicle
sales to Dealers under dealer floor and Cheque discounting are followed to the
bank on a weekly basis for payments
·
Ensure documentation for Vehicle
registration for Direct Sales are accurate to enable smooth presentation at KRA
·
Ensure documentation for Insurance
jobs are complete before release of the Vehicle from the workshop
·
Give special attention on insurance
jobs and provide feedback to the after sales department
·
Ensure sound credit facility is
available before release of spare parts and serviced vehicles for credit
customers
·
Ensure timely follow up,
documentation and resolution of all disputed items
·
Perform monthly customer database,
clean up by carrying out the archiving and deletion of dormant accounts in
After Sales
·
Maintenance of General Motors E. A.
Finance Business Continuity plans
·
Credit Risk evaluation of all
customers making credit applications
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Ensure creation of accounts for new
customers is done accurately
·
Ensure timely collection of all due
debts and escalation of any problematic debtor
·
Involvement in month end closing
procedure so as to facilitate the process.
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or
Finance
·
Minimum two years work experience in
Accounting
·
CPA(K) Finalist
·
Computer literate in MS Office
packages
·
Experience in SAP an added advantage
·
Analytical capacity, research skills
and interpersonal skills.
Inventory Coordinator
Ref: AFS/HRBP/01
Reporting to the Parts Operations
Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following
functions:-
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Maintaining data for Parts &
Accessory ordering model – including stock level, minimum stock requirements,
transit times and economic order quantities
·
Preparing orders for parts including
direct shipments and specifying mode of transportation using appropriate
forecasting models
·
Monitoring logistics for parts
in-transit, expediting orders as required and confirming delivery of direct
shipment orders
·
Analyzing parts inventory including
preparing excess and obsolete status reports, notification of scrap
requirements and identifying parts eligible for liquidation programs
·
Ensuring inventory management is done
as per General Motors policies within the required controls.
For appointment to
this position, the successful candidate must have the following
qualifications:-
·
Bachelors Degree, preferably in
Supply Chain Management / Purchasing, Inventory and Logistics Management or
Statistics
·
At least five years work experience
in a similar environment
·
Knowledge in Inventory Management and
Warehouse operations
·
Excellent communication, organization
and administrative skills
·
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MS
Query
·
Knowledge in SAP system will be an
added advantage.
Body Building Engineer - Body
Building
Ref: ENG/HRBP/07
Reporting to the Product Planning,
Engineering & Bodybuilding Manager, the successful candidate will be
responsible for the following functions:
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Manage the body building suppliers
development and approval process
·
Manage the company’s vehicle body
specifications development process
·
Develop body building suppliers
manufacturing tooling requirements guidelines and manage the implementation and
sustenance processes
·
Development of the suppliers quality
performance feedback and manage the continuous improvement processes
·
Champion resolution of Product
Quality Problems affecting vehicle bodies and accessories and manage product
Engineering Changes
·
Management of all body building
specifications guides/books and section processes
·
Update the management on vehicle body
building market design trends, regulatory environment and best practices.
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical
Engineering with a minimum Second class, Upper division
·
Experience in Automotive industry in
an Engineering capacity
·
Skill and knowledge in the
development of manufacturing tooling
·
Strong supervisory and people
management skills
·
Strong analytical skills and
proficiency in spreadsheets management & CAD
·
Excellent problem solving,
communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
·
High standards of integrity and
attention to detail.
Product Engineer - Vehicle Systems &
Validations
Ref: ENG/HRBP/09
Reporting to the Product Planning, Engineering & Bodybuilding Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:
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Manage the product specifications
development process
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Managing the product Supply/ Deletion
(S/D) change with the source plants and champion localization through Local
Development section
·
Managing the products field problems
resolution process.
·
Managing the development and
maintenance of accurate pilot Bill of Materials for local content and
complementary set order (CSO/PRD) parts for all new products
·
Prepare engineering design and
specification changes geared towards suitability for local conditions and cost
reduction.
·
Conduct new product prototypes testing
and results analysis for Engineering decision making
·
Maintenance of product engineering
specifications guides/books, drawings and product engineering and planning file
cabinets as per ILM procedures
·
Provide Engineering support to the
plant that ensures effective and quick problem resolution process for quality
concerns attributed to engineering (Ref. BIQ Core Requirements: Feedback/ Feed-
forward: 5)
·
Review and update product engineering
& development Internal Control Procedures (ICP’s), desk procedures and
compliance with GM policy
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical
Engineering with a minimum Second class, Upper division
·
Experience in Automotive industry in
an Engineering capacity
·
Skill and knowledge in the
development of Product Engineering Specifications & Guidelines
·
Strong supervisory and people
management skills
·
Strong analytical skills and
proficiency in spreadsheets management
·
Excellent problem solving,
communication, interpersonal & presentation skills
·
High level of integrity and attention
to detail.
Process Engineers
(2 Positions)
Ref: ENG/HRBP/11
Reporting to the Senior Supervisor,
Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering, the successful candidates will be
responsible for the following functions:
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Develop production process layouts
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Provide and maintain production
assembly instructions
·
Develop production work standards and
workplace organization standards
·
Define production processes, identify
critical processes and develop necessary process controls
·
Provide production tools and
necessary assembly aids
·
Establish safety requirements for the
established operations
·
Develop safe use instructions for
direct and indirect process materials
·
Coordinate the implementation and
validation of engineering changes
·
Maintain accurate production Bill of
Material
·
Analyse and implement countermeasures
for production engineering problems
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
BSc Degree in Mechanical or
Manufacturing Engineering
·
Proficiency in Auto CAD/ Inventory
Design packages
·
Computer literate in MS Office
packages
·
Experience or Exposure in a
Manufacturing environment is a distinct advantage
Maintenance Technician
Ref: MFG/HRBP/12
Reporting to the Senior Supervisor -
Maintenance, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following
functions:
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Carrying out preventive maintenance
for the plant equipment & machinery
·
Fault Diagnosis, Troubleshooting and
Corrective maintenance of productive and facilities equipment
·
Carrying out plumbing, welding and
fabrication work in the plant
·
Installation and commissioning of new
equipment and systems
·
Implementation of maintenance
specific Safety programs (Fall Hazard safety, Confined Space safety, Energy
lockout, Skilled Trades safety and Contractor safety programs)
·
Ensuring compliance with
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Quality policies.
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
Higher National Diploma in Mechanical
Engineering (Plant Option)
·
Computer proficiency
·
Ability to work under minimum
supervision
·
Good communication
skills/interpersonal skills
·
Knowledge of Maintenance systems and
processes, SAP Knowledge, Forklift Operation licence and basic knowledge of
Electrical Wiring will be an added advantage.
Stores Supervisor
Ref: SCN/HRBP/10
Reporting to the Supervisor, Production Planning & Supply Chain, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:
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Organizing and establishing systems
for inventory control to minimize shortages, overstocking and obsolescence.
·
Originate, process and follow-up on
all orders for tools, machine parts, stationary and all other MRO (non-productive)
materials.
·
Ensuring that all materials are
properly stored and arranged in the stores area for ease of handling and to
avoid damage & pilferage.
·
Timely updating and maintenance of
all inventory Records and Systems to reflect actual inventory movements and
levels at every point in time.
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Setting up and maintaining necessary
controls to determine future inventory requirements.
·
Establishing and maintaining
processes for identification and removal of obsolete/excess materials from
cribs and recommend/request write off.
·
Preparation for and coordination of
physical inventory (stock take) activities, both cyclic and annual in the
Technical and Local content stores.
·
Maintaining safety and good
housekeeping standards in line with General Motors Health and Safety policy.
·
Ensuring compliance with Quality and
Environmental requirements in line with General Motors East Africa QMS and EMS
policies and ISO 9001 & 14001 standards.
·
Ensure compliance with Local and
International labour laws and agreements.
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
Bachelors degree in Procurement &
Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
·
Diploma in Stores Management &
Stock Control or Purchasing & Supply Management (CIPS) will be an added
advantage.
·
Minimum five years experience in a
similar position.
·
Excellent oral and written
communication skills, problem solving skills and analytical ability
·
High level of interpersonal skills to
work effectively with others, motivate employees and elicit work output.
·
Working knowledge of computerized
inventory control systems (Knowledge of SAP is a distinct advantage).
·
Good planning and organizational
skills
Field Service Consultant
Ref: AFS/HRBP/02
Reporting to the Technical &
After sales Business Development Manager, the successful candidate will be
responsible for the following:-
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Development of Quality Service at the
Dealerships
·
Train and support Dealer on General
Motors East Africa (GMEA) Service Policies and Procedures, best practices to
achieve improved business results
·
Implement and co-ordinate Product
Warranty & Policy cases to ensure that they are handled promptly and within
set guidelines and budget
·
Carry out Problem root cause
analysis, preparation of technical reports and implement corrective measures
·
Serve as a liaison between
Aftersales, Engineering, other departments and source plants for quick
resolution of field product problems
·
Implement and co-ordinate all aspects
of Product Campaigns to achieve desired hit rate by due dates
·
Co-ordinate training at General
Motors E. A. or at Dealer / Fleet Location/premises through the GMEA Technical
Training Section
·
Provide Technical support to Fleet
customers
·
Co-ordinate monitoring of suggested
product quality improvement test samples and provide feedback and
recommendation
·
Work with assigned Dealers to grow
Aftersales business.
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
Bsc in Mechatronic or Automotive Engineering
·
Minimum five years hands on
experience in a busy motor vehicle repair workshop
·
Computer literate in MS Office
packages
·
Ability to work independently and as
part of a team
·
Good report writing skills and high
personal integrity
·
Analytical capacity and detail
oriented.
Digital Marketing & CRM Executive
Ref: SSM/HRBP/09
Reporting to the Senior Digital
Marketing & CRM Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible
for the following:-
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Coordinate the design, usability,
content update and search engine optimization for Isuzu, Chevrolet and General
Motors East Africa (GMEA) websites
·
Implement content generation and
update on all GM East Africa’s social media platforms to ensure consistent
growth and high levels of online brand engagements
·
Continuously asses current website
capabilities and recommend new website functionalities to enhance online user
experience
·
Coordinate Internet research and
industry online activities to inform new digital strategies for the company
·
Coordinate online and offline lead
generation and lead management
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Coordinate E-mail Marketing, Digital
Advertising and mobile advertising (SMS, MMS, WAP, etc.)
·
Analyse customer data to answer and
support strategic digital and offline marketing campaigns
·
Monitor and analyse digital marketing
& CRM activities and provide regular reports to the management teams.
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
At least one year experience in Sales
and Marketing function
·
Bachelors Degree in Marketing,
Business IT or related degree
·
Experience in digital environment
·
Good analytical skills
·
Excellent written and oral skills in
English
·
Strong interpersonal skills required
to develop internal & external relationships
·
Excellent computer skills in MS Word,
Excel and PowerPoint, digital marketing tools.
Senior Internal Auditor
Ref: FIN/HRBP/04
Reporting to the Controller Finance, the successful candidates will be responsible for the following:-
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Plans financial, regulatory,
compliance or operational reviews/audits
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Performs audit procedures to verify
that controls are operating through testing and interviewing techniques
·
Analyses and concludes on
effectiveness and efficiency of control environment
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Identifies control gaps and
opportunities for improvement
·
Prepares timely audit reports for
senior management
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Assess, evaluate and promote
compliance to company policies and procedures
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Contributes, as appropriate, in the
year-end financial audit with the external auditor
·
Provides advice on internal control
and participates in enhancing internal audit standards and practices within the
company
·
Coordinates work with Risk, Legal
& Compliance and other control related activities
·
Researches new or technical subjects
when required to support audits.
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
Bachelors degree in Accounting or
Finance
·
CPA (K)
·
Minimum of five years experience in
audit environment
·
Must have experience working with SAP
software
·
Good understanding of International
Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Institute of Internal Auditors and
superior analytical skills
·
Ability to manage projects when
required and manage risks appropriately
·
Experience in preparing audit reports
addressed to senior management
·
Strong interpersonal and
communication skills for interaction with relevant teams
·
Strong work ethics with a strong
sense of integrity.
Business Development Executive – Emerging
Segments
Ref: SSM/HRBP/08
Reporting to the Government, Fleet
& Chevrolet Sales Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for
the following:-
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Proactively plan and develop emerging
segments to drive revenue growth and accounts
·
Forge new relationships and
prospecting in the target market
·
Understand the nature of emerging
market segments buying behavior and create a marketing mix to address the needs
of these customers
·
Monitor market trends/economic
activities and opportunities.
·
Aggressively drive growth through
superior customer service and product knowledge for effective selling,
consultations and presentation of the products to the target market
·
Develop segment through creating
rapport and sustainable network in the market
·
Participate in Tenders, Economic
policy seminars, and understanding current Government / Devolved procurement
systems
·
Advice customers on the financial
packages which are available with finance houses/leasing partners for
purchase/leasing of vehicles and handle documentation
·
Participating in Brand promotional
activities and develop innovative ways of capturing opportunities in the
assigned segment
·
Develop and enhance a working
relationship with dealers to explore opportunities, value additions and local
content
·
Understand, follow-up on sales
processes from prospecting to delivery and handover of vehicles to the
customers and Customer Service Index feedback
·
Credit control management.
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
Bachelors Degree in Business,
Marketing or related fields
·
Professional Marketing certificate an
added advantage
·
Minimum five years experience in
related field
·
Computer literate in MS Office
packages
·
Conceptual and analytical skill with
ability to multitask
·
Excellent communicator with ability
to work with dynamic teams
·
Enthusiastic and passionate about
results
·
Presentation and negotiation skills.
Communications Manager
Ref: SSM/HRBP/06
Reporting to the Communications
Manager, GM Africa, the successful candidate will be responsible for the
following:-
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Overseeing the development of
effective communications strategies for the markets:
·
Ensure that the right strategies are
developed to lead internal and external communications in Kenya. This be
aligned to the overall company Strategic Plan and objective.
·
Executive Communications support:
Proactively prepare material for senior leadership to support all media and
other high level engagement/stakeholder events and activities.
·
Effectively leverage the media:
Ensure that the right content and messaging is developed for engaging with the
media both on a proactive and reactive basis.
·
Flawless launches of products to the
media: Ensure that product communications strategies are developed and
implemented which will positively and consistently communicate brand and
product attributes of new and current products to stakeholders via the media.
·
Implementation of high impact PR and
CSR projects: Ensure that all Public Relations and Corporate Social
Responsibility projects which are implemented are aligned to the overall
Communications strategy.
·
Crisis Communications management:
Proactively develop communications plans to ensure that the company is well
prepared to effectively lead any potential negative/challenging situations
which could affect the reputation of the company, its brands and products.
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
Bachelors Degree in Public Relations,
Communications or related field
·
Professional Diploma in Marketing or
Public Relations from Charter Institute of Marketing an added advantage
·
Minimum seven years work experience
in related field
·
Excellent understanding of the media
on a regional, national and international level
·
Expertise on all matters relating to
marketing, public relations and communications
·
The ability to develop relations with
partner organisations, media representatives and other external bodies
·
Excellent communication skills, both
written and verbal
·
Excellent advisory skills and
confidence giving advice and information to senior managers.
Regional Sales Manager
2 Positions
Ref: SSM/HRBP/05
Reporting to the General Manager,
Sales & Marketing, the successful candidate will be responsible for the
following:-
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Develop, set monthly sales and review
annual dealer business plan for each dealer in his/her region
·
Formulate monthly vehicle ordering
forecasts with dealer participation to anticipate customer demand well in
advance
·
Work out sales related marketing
initiatives aimed at additional sales, service and parts revenue
·
Implement policies and procedures
developed by General Motors East Africa to uphold brand reputation and create a
conducive environment for business
·
Enforce high standards for dealership
premises and facility maintenance
·
Assist dealer in brand support, local
and regional marketing activities
·
Build and nurture strong dealership
teams and help dealer management retain talent
·
Assess trends, identify root causes
of deficiencies and recommend action plans to optimize customer satisfaction
levels and dealership profitability
·
Monitor working capital availability
by analysing cash flows to ensure funds are available for ordering vehicles
·
Assist General Motors E. A. in
identifying potential dealership applicants in order to achieve desired market
representation.
·
Provide a monthly report to his/her
supervisor for assigned dealerships, territory on market information and all
dealers’ performance
For appointment to this position, the
successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
·
Bachelors Degree in Marketing or
Business Studies
·
Professional qualification in
Marketing an added advantage
·
Minimum seven years experience in
related field
·
Computer literate in MS Office
packages
·
Conceptual, analytical Excellent
communicator skill with ability to work with dynamic teams
·
Leadership, consultancy and coaching
skills
·
Good presentation and negotiation
skills
How to Apply
Please send your application and CV
quoting the position reference on both letter and envelope to:
The HR Business Partner,
General Motors East Africa Ltd,
Enterprise/Mombasa road,
P.O. Box 30527 – 00100,
P.O. Box 30527 – 00100,
Nairobi
or at careers.kenya@gm.com
Only qualified candidates will be contacted
Deadline 24th November, 2014