Operations Manager Job in Kenya


Operations Manager

Reporting to : CEO

Job Summary

We are seeking an operations manager to drive the firms operations by working closely with line managers in finance, procurement, maintenance, projects and Human Resources departments.

The successful candidate will provide leadership and ensure the laid procedures are well executed to promote a culture of high performance within the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Supervise line managers and staff  and coordinate business processes
  • Oversee projects execution through scheduling, tracking and providing support materials for the projects
  • Ensure that overheads, costs and expenses are minimized by carefully controlling and utilizing all resources effectively
  • Respond positively and swiftly to customer concerns and correct potential problems that may affect customers
  • Maximize financial performance and profit of the firm
  • Set goals for all departments based on the company's plans
  • Develop new business opportunities  and assist in recruitment of new staff
  • Continuously improve the skills, knowledge and morale of all employees
  • Take up disciplinary action that is in accordance with the company policies to correct employee disciplinary issues
  • Write reports on business operations for the executive staff
Competence
  • Leadership ability
  • Understanding of how to develop and implement business strategies
  • Able to supervise a large staff of middle management and support staff
  • Ability to delegate work
  • Teamwork and team building skills
  • Problem solving and conflict management skills
Job Specification
  • Minimum a Bachelor’s degree in a business related field.
  • Five (5) years’ experience as operations management
  • Experience in project management
Only candidates fulfilling the requirements of the positions should email their detailed CVs, indicating your expected salary

Via email to jpatroba@gmail.com.  Indicate Operations Manager on the subject line.

Deadline for application is 15th May 2013.