Our
client a leading Retail Store based in Dar Es Salaam, is seeking to recruit a Head of
Operations in Dar Es Salaam, who will ensure products are seamlessly
transported from supplier to the warehouse to the store branch.
The
ideal candidate MUST be willing to relocate to Dar Es Salaam and have detailed
knowledge in retail.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Ensuring
the appropriate product mix of goods is procured for each branch.
- Ensuring
competitive prices and margins of products for the company and the
customer.
- Ensuring
the right product mix is available in each store.
- Creating
and maintaining relationships with suppliers and shippers.
- Sourcing
new products by Understanding customer preferences, buying habits and
trends.
- Ensuring
goods are sourced to achieve the highest margins.
- Supporting
warehouse manager with transfer logistics and storing goods.
- Review
costing and pricing files (with CFO).
- To
maintain a consistent retail price across regions.
- Oversee
IT hardware requirements and maintenance.
Qualifications
- Must
have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, purchasing and
supply chain management.
- Master’s
degree or higher in a similar field is an added advantage.
- Must
have 5 -10 years of extensive and proven retail experience.
- Must
be willing to relocate to Tanzania.
- Must
have excellent negotiation skills.
- Ability
to maintain supplier and shipper (transport) relationships.
- Must
be organised and help drive savings and efficiency for receiving and
transporting goods.
Monthly
gross salary: Ksh.
125,000 - 200,000/= (Approx. 1,250 - 2,000 USD) depending on experience
Deadline: 31st August 2016
Applications:
To apply, please follow the link:
Summit
Recruitment & Search,
Blixen
Court, Karen Road,
Karen
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