Kenafric
Industries Limited
Job
Title: Quality Control Team Leader
Reports
to: NPD Manager
Area: Confectionary Division
Job
Purpose: Ensure adherence of specifications
and quality procedures at all stages are followed in the production process.
Direct
Reports: 5
Key
Accountabilities:
·
To lead a team of 5 0nline Qc
·
Inspection and close monitoring of
all production standard operating procedures and parameters for all value
streams.
·
Daily monitoring and updating of
dashboard; which will form a link between the production heads and RQDC team,
to ensure daily production data is collected accurately with regard to any
Quality issues or deviations to parameters.
·
Carrying out inspections at random of
all in-process products and finished products.
·
Monitoring of all packing lines ;-
1.
Coding of products
2.
Verify at random number of pieces
packed
3.
Verify piece weight of all products
at random
4.
Cross check whether products are well
prepared
5.
Bags/sachet sealing for jars- tamper
proofing
6.
Overall product Quality
(taste/appearance/texture/colour)
·
Management of high Standard of
hygiene and GMP in entire production floor.
·
Personal hygiene inspections.
Education
and Training Requirements:
·
Diploma / Certificate Analytical
Chemistry / Bio Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry / Food science / Microbiology.
·
Should have a minimum of 3 years work
experience as a cell leader, assistant value stream leader or QC
·
Proficient with Microsoft Office
applications.
·
Should be aged 20 years and above
·
Training in either of the ISO
standards (9001/ 14001/ 18001/ 22000) is an added advantage
Competencies
·
Ability to multi-task with multiple
priorities and time frames.
·
Capacity to give a fast determination
with any decision making situation.
·
Analytical problem solving and
effective decision-making.
·
Should be a team player within the
department & entire organization
·
Strong organizational skills.
·
Strong verbal and written skills.
·
Should be quality conscious and keen.
·
Should be able to work both day and
night shift.
How
to Apply
If you are up to the challenge,
posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your application
letter and CV quoting the job title on the email subject (QUALITY CONTROL TEAM
LEADER) to recruit@kenafricind.com by 5th December, 2016
Job Title: Category Manager
Reports to: Regional Sales Manager
Area: Confectionary
Division
Job Purpose: To provide focus on Planning and Execution of strategies
for the category, across the sales, distribution marketing and part of supply
chain functions.
Key Accountabilities:
·
Ensure their category is available
and visible at all points of sales in general and modern trade; work with ASMs
to ensure execution in all areas nationally.
·
Ensure Merchandising material is
appropriately placed at all points of sale; Work with ASMs to ensure execution
in all areas nationally.
·
Plan and Execute all advertising and
promotional activities for the category ,leverage on consumer marketing
platforms; work with Marketing manager and agencies.
·
Forecast demand for their category
based on marketing plans and external factors; work with supply chain planner.
·
Responsible for budget development,
revenue and marketing budget for the category; work with Country sales manager
and Business Unit head.
·
Identify Growth and innovation
opportunities through generation of consumer and marketing insights; work with
NPD team
·
Responsible for competitive analysis
and ensure pricing and value chain models are competitive and well defined for
their category; work with FBP and CSM, approval by BUH.
Education and Training Requirements:
·
A University Degree in
Business/Sales/Marketing or similar related field.
·
At least 5 years experience in
similar /adjacent role in FMCG.
·
Solid knowledge of sales and
marketing principles especially in FMCG.
Competencies:
·
An analytical, detail oriented mind
with strong bias for execution and ability to execute
through people.
·
Ability to work well under pressure
in a fast paced environment.
·
Ability to build relationships with
and influence internal and external stakeholders
How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary
qualification and experience, please send your application letter and CV
quoting the job title on the email subject (CATEGORY MANAGER) to
recruit@kenafricind.com by 5th December, 2016
Job Title: Country Sales Manager (Kenya)
Reports to: Head of Regional Sales (North)
Job Purpose:
·
Manages sales of the company’s
products and services within the specified country.
·
Ensures consistent, profitable growth
in sales revenues through positive planning, deployment and management of sales
personnel.
·
Identifies objectives, strategies and
action plans to improve short and long-term sales and earnings.
Number of Staff Supervised:
·
Direct Reports: 6
·
Total: 35
Key Accountabilities:
·
Head of Country Sales in charge of
all sales operations, departments and personnel involved in the sales function
of the country under responsibility.
·
To achieve weekly, monthly,
quarterly, and annual revenue targets and grow profitable sales year on year.
·
Manage and drive distributors to
deliver in terms of resources, reports, coverage and appropriate terms of
trade.
·
Conduct annual appraisals to drive go
to market excellence.
·
Development of key customer
relationships through monthly operational reviews to ensure that product
availability, distribution and opportunities are fully maximized.
·
Gather competitive information;
identify trends that effect current and future growth of country sales and
profitability. Disseminate information to regional sales representatives,
corporate marketing and sales operations.
·
In conjunction with the category and
marketing managers develop trade channel specific consumer & trade
activity plans.
·
Develop and implement efficient route
to market strategies for both General and Modern trade channels maximizing
product availability at lowest possible cost.
·
Daily and weekly evaluation of key
sales metrics for both retail (RMS) and wholesale performance.
·
Execute distribution and visibility
plans for new product introductions.
·
Drive best in class standards for
product availability and visibility across all product lines.
·
Take ownership for the Country’s
monthly, quarterly and yearly forecasting and sales tracking.
·
Directs the selling activities within
the Region, inclusive of resource deployment and customer interactions.
·
Responsible for managing and
controlling the sales budget.
·
Coach and train direct reports on
best in class sales management practices.
·
Update and brief the Head of Regional
Sales (North) on business performance on a regular basis.
Education and Training Requirements:
·
A university degree in marketing or
business studies is preferred; or a minimum of seven years of related
experience or training in the manufacturing sector; or the equivalent
combination of formal education and experience.
·
Experience in developing trade
marketing and sales strategies.
·
Strong experience and knowledge of
deep and wide route to market excellence
·
Proven ability to motivate and lead
the sales team.
·
A good working knowledge of Microsoft
Office Suite is required.
·
A valid driver’s license
Competencies
·
Problem-solving and analytical skills
to interpret sales performance and market trend information.
·
Excellent oral and written
communication skills.
·
A go-getter / self-starter able to
take initiative and operate independently of regular coaching
·
Results-oriented with clarity on
customer relationship management
·
Experience in hands-on selling of
products of high unit value
·
Strong, clear communication and
presentation skills
·
Can present himself / herself well
and properly represent the company
How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary
qualification and experience, please send your application letter and CV
quoting the job title on the email subject (COUNTRY SALES MANAGER) to
recruit@kenafricind.com by 5th December, 2016