Customer Financing Manager Job in Kenya

The Davis & Shirtliff Group is the leading supplier of water and energy solutions in the region. The Group operates through a network of Kenyan branches and has regional presence in Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda, South Sudan, Zimbabwe, Somalia, and the DRC and seeks to fill the roles of Customer Financing Manager.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will report to the Group CFO and will be charged with managing the Group Customer Financing function, with the following key responsibilities:

  • Arrange finance for customers to enhance the sale of D&S products and solutions.
  • Identify, develop, implement, and lead initiatives for the customer financing life-cycle.
  • Develop and maintain customer financing platforms.
  • Initiate and manage partnerships with banks and other financing partners.
  • Provide expert advisory to customers on optimal financing options.
  • Respond to market trends and customer needs to build revenue.
  • Ensure full compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements.
  • Formulate a dynamic policy for customer credit vetting and product pricing.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of 8 years’ experience in product development, financial modelling and business development in a reputable commercial bank or microfinance institution.
  • Upper Second-Class Honours degree in finance, banking or other relevant discipline.
  • Full CPA(K) or ACCA qualification will be an added advantage.
  • Solid knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and ERP systems.
  • Impressive track record of meeting and exceeding revenue targets.
  • Experience in customer and trade financing will be an added advantage.
  • Hands on experience with debt security tools and procedures.

Critical Competencies for the two roles are:

  • Excellent organizational, negotiation, interpersonal and presentation skills.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills.
  • Self-driven with good leadership skills.
  • Ability to work with diverse stakeholders.

How to Apply

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The successful candidate will join a dedicated and dynamic team of experts who derive satisfaction from “Improving Peoples’ Lives through Providing Water and Energy Solutions for Africa”. Interested persons should apply before 10th February 2023