University
of Nairobi Enterprises and Services Ltd (UNES)
Assistant Manager, Bookstore
Assistant Manager, Bookstore
Ref: UNES/BK/ASBM/09/2016
2
Positions
Location: Nairobi & Mombasa Branches
Contract
Duration: Three
Years
- Develop
and ensure implementation of the Regional Budget, Business Plans, Work
Plans and processes to achieve the desired Cash Flow and Profitability
- Develop
and ensure implementation of Regional Marketing Strategies to ensure set
Financial Targets are achieved
- Efficient
monitoring of UON Key Accounts
- Manage
up- stream supply chain relationships
- Identify
product improvements or new products by reviewing the industry trends,
market activities and competitor analysis
- Set
performance Targets, Monitor and Coach Staff to meet their Performance
Targets
- Collection
of debts for the Regional Bookstore
- Ensure
accountability and proper systems and controls at the Regional Bookstore
- Coordinate
activities of the Sales Associates and ensure timely servicing of
customer orders
- Confirmation
of daily balancing of cash and revenue collections and preparation of
performance Reports
- Implement
& monitor the Bookstore quality Management system to ensure compliance
and continuous improvement
- Identify
the Regional Bookstore risks, monitor and evaluate the mitigation measures
- Ensure
compliance with all relevant statutory & regulatory requirements
- Any
other duties assigned by the Bookstore Manager
Job
Specification:
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Business Administration or Business Management or equivalent
- At
least 3 years’ experience in a management role in a busy Commercial
Organization
- Strong
project management/organizational skills
- Commercial
awareness/ Business Acumen, Organizational and Planning skills
- Good
team work, communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
- Creative,
with an understanding of customer segmentation
- Computer
literate
- KCSE
mean grade “C” (Plain)
Sales
Associate I
Ref: UNES/BK/SA/09/2016- (Nairobi / Mombasa)
Location: Nairobi, Kisumu & Mombasa Branches
Contract
Duration: Three
Years
Job
Description:
- Conduct
market research to identify business opportunities, recommending profit
and service improvements
- Organization
of book displays and exhibitions and actively seeking out new sales
opportunities through direct selling, networking and social media
- Manage
shop floor re-order levels to ensure adequate quantities of goods in
stock, conduct random stock counts, and initiation of re-stocking
processes
- Prepare
reports sales activity reports and performance reports for Sales Associate
II
- Identify
product improvements or new products by reviewing the industry trends,
market activities, and competitors
- Managing
on lines sales leads, responding to inquiries in a timely fashion and
answering questions on available stock and product performance
- Coordinating
with ICT officer to update the Bookstore website
- Responding
to Bookstore incoming sales emails and phone enquiries ensuring timely
response to customer request for Quotations and invoicing
- Provision
of excellent customer service by addressing and resolving customer
queries/issues in a timely manner
- Liaising
with procurement Officer to check the progress of placed orders
- Any
other duties that may be assigned by the assistant Manager, Bookstores
Job
Specification:
- A
Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent
- KCSE
with a Mean Grade of “C” or equivalent
- At
least Five (5) years’ experience in a bookstore or retail shop/store
- Ability
to work long hours under pressure and meet deadlines
- Good
communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
- Computer
Literate
How to
Apply
Applicants
interested in the above position should submit the following:
Cover letter detailing why you want to be considered for the position, as well as current and expected gross salary.
- Detailed
CV including at minimum:
- Biographical
data including: Full names, current mailing address, current telephone
contacts, email address
- Employment
history to date. Ensure that specific start and end dates are
included.
- Educational
history to date, clearly detailing the program, certificate obtained, and
completion date.
- Names
of 3 referees.
- Copies
of ALL academic and professional certificates and testimonials.
- Completed
Personal Data Form (Download HERE).
- Indicate
the Job Reference Number of the Envelope.
Submit
4 copies of all the documents required; cover letter, testimonials, detailed
current CV highlighting qualifications and experience, Academic and
professional certificates.
All applications to reach the undersigned on or before September 15, 2016
Chief Manager, Finance & Administration
UNES Limited
P.O.Box 68241-00200
Nairobi
www.unes.co.ke
N/B: Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted.
UNES
does not require any payment in order to process your applications.
UNES is an equal opportunity employer. people with disability are encouraged to
apply
