Collection Center Supervisors
Twiga Foods is looking to hire
Collection Center supervisors who will be responsible for ensuring that
sufficient produce is purchased from farmers is of high quality, supplying
produce at the most competitive price, and supporting the development and
maintenance of a farmer focused culture within Twiga.
The right candidate should be
self-driven, passionate, hardworking, business savvy with a demonstrable
entrepreneurial talent, results oriented, a willingness to adapt to different
working conditions and areas of working, & excited about working in a variable
or commission based compensation structure.
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Continuously review quality control
processes, procedures and capabilities to sustain the most cost effective and
efficient methods for meeting quality requirements, and making recommendation
for improvement as appropriate
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People management- managing and
directing a team of skilled and semi-skilled employees;
1. Performance management
2. Relevant and effective inductions
3. Identification of training needs
4. Coaching
5. Discipline
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Monitoring and reporting on
processes, notifying any predicted shortfall or discrepancies against timescale
and budgets.
Responsibilities
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Planning, supervising and controlling
farmer acquisition and retention
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Coordinating farm visits with Field
Officers to inspect produce
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Managing purchase orders to
farmers/suppliers
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Monitoring and coordinating harvest
teams in conjunction with the Area Manager
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Managing quality control in all
processes in conjunction with the Grading Supervisor
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Providing comprehensive communication
to underpin effective working relationships
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Selecting and assigning staff,
ensuring equal employment opportunity in hiring and promotion
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Coordinating activities by scheduling
work assignments, setting priorities, and directing the work of Field Officers,
the grading supervisor and casual workers.
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Scheduling produce delivery to the
Central Fulfillment Center
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Driving compliance on set standard
operating procedures
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Managing costs associated with
produce acquisitions
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Ensuring field equipment is
constantly functional and secure
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Evaluating and verify employee
performance through the review of completed work assignments.
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Identifying staff development and
training needs and ensures that training is obtained.
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Ensuring proper labor relations and
conditions of employment are maintained.
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Maintaining quality records, prepare
reports, and compose correspondence relative to the work.
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In liaison with the Business
Development Unit, offering input and insight on product profiles and quality
standards
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Carrying out, as instructed, any task
as deemed reasonable by the HOD
Key Skills and competencies
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Competent and experienced driver
(Motorcycle/Pickup)
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Proficiency in MS Excel and
Technology
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Good communication and interpersonal
skills
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Good communication skills with an
ability to build relationships and relate to people in an open, friendly and
accepting manner
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Good leadership and people management
skills
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Passionate with a drive to empower
others and assess the strengths and development needs of employees and set high
standards of performance
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Good organizational & planning
skills (short term & long term)
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An eye for detail, emphasizing the
need to deliver quality products/services
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Good decision-making skills
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Adaptability
Qualifications
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A diploma in business management,
entrepreneurship, or any other related field
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An entrepreneurial spirit
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At least 1-year experience in
business development
This opportunity is only available
for MERU locals, or candidates willing to relocate. Budget- KES. 35,000
How to Apply
Please send your CV to careers@twigafoods.com with Collection Center Supervisor as the Subject
