Krones
LCS Center East Africa Ltd is seeking to recruit a Project Manager.
The company provides after sales
services to clients in the fields of process, filling and packaging technology.
The LCS covers all maintenance and
repair services, spare parts and change parts.
Location: Nairobi
Overview: The
Project Manager contributes to the organizational goals by managing the project
and taking responsibility for the effective control of the critical areas,
namely; scope of works, timelines, financial costing and quality workmanship
and ensures high performance standards in meeting the deliverables of the
project.
Task and Responsibilities
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Organization, planning and validation
of all technical activities activities and tasks in collaboration with the
clients personnel where appropriate
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Financial management and cost control
of the project
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Claim and reclamation management
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Spare and wear parts management in
relation to projects
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Co-ordinate all communication between
Krones EA, Krones AG and the client
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Manage maintenance contracts
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Manage key account customers
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Manage new installations and
commissioning
Knowledge and experience
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Knowledge in project management
principals and techniques
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Knowledge of Krones technology and
its range of equipment
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Exposure to complex projects
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Strong verbal and written skills
Qualifications and education required
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Higher National Diploma in
Engineering
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3 years experience in similar field
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Ms Project is an added advantage
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Experience in using SAP
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Solid and proven technical background
Personal competencies
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Self-motivated, independent, solution
orientated, deadline driven individual with strong time management skills
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Strong analytical ability, attention
to detail and strategic thinker
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Project a professional image, lead by
example, encourage team work and compliance with work processes and procedures
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Build mutually beneficial
relationships internally and externally
Specific job skills
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Creating and managing project plans,
monitoring timelines, resources and address problem areas
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Skilled in time management and
strategic planning
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Solid problem solving skills and
ability to focus on both strategically and tactically to achieve business goals
Computer Skills
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MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Project
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SAP (pref)
Literacy and Numeracy
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Good financial understanding
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Ability to read/write and communicate
in English
Management Ability
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Perform varied work assignments and
constantly prioritise work load by ensuring that deadlines and clients
expectations are met or exceeded where possible
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Ability to work in a high volume and
intense working environment
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Solution orientated and results
driven
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Professional liaison with all levels of
management and technical clients, both internally and externally
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Client focused
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Administration skills
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Project leadership and mentoring
skills to colleagues and clients
Other
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Able to travel both domestic and
foreign
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Possess a valid passport
Apply
Should you meet the above mentioned
requirements, please email your CV and application letter to
joinus@krones.co.ke