Jobs and Vacancies in Simba Corp, Nairobi, Kenya

Simba Corp

After-Sales Vacancies
Simba Corporation (Simba Corp.) is a leading multi-sector group of companies representing leading global brands across the motor and hospitality sectors in Kenya.
Under our Simba Motors division, we are the local franchise holders for international brands such as Mitsubishi, FUSO, BMW, Renault, SAME and Mahindra. Other subsidiaries under the Simba Corp. umbrella include AVIS, Simba Leasing, Africa Fleet, and our Power Systems division which manages sales and aftersales of AKSA.
We are seeking highly skilled, passionate and driven individuals to join our Aftersales team in our Motor Division.
Aftersales Manager, Commercial Vehicles (CV)
Location: Nairobi
Reports to: GM, Aftersales
Job Purpose: Develop Simba Corp. CV Aftersales business by providing the highest standards of customer service at our workshops while meeting revenue and contribution targets in line with the company’s business objectives.
Key responsibilities will include:
·         Lead, motivate and develop a highly successful workshop team that achieves aftersa les business objectives.
·         Coordinate Aftersales activities with the relevant Principals and Dealers, in close liaison with Brand Managers, GM Aftersales and Head of Parts.
·         Oversee the scheduling of Technicians both at the workshop and in the field, managing their activities and utilization.
Required qualifications and experience:
·         Higher National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree ¡n Automotive Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a bias in Motor Vehicles.
·         Minimum of 15 years’ relevant working experience, at least 5 of which should have been managing a busy Automotive Service workshop.


Bodyshop Manager
Location: Nairobi
Reports to: GM, Aftersales
Job Purpose: To achieve agreed financial targets through the effective management of the Simba Corp. Bodyshop (that carries out paint, fitting and panel beating works) while maintaining excellent customer service.

Key responsibilities will include:
·         Lead, motivate and develop a highly successful bodyshop team that achieves the set business objectives.
·         Direct the work activities of bodyshop employees, including their observance of deadlines and productivity levels, and maintain quality standards.
·         Prepare and manage budgets for the bodyshop in liaison with the affiliated business heads and work with them to maximize performance and achieve set targets.
Required qualifications and experience:
·         Higher National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a bias in Motor Vehicles.
·         Minimum of 10 years’ relevant working experience in paint, fitting and panel beating works, at least 3 of which should have been managing a busy Automotive Bodyshop.


Regional Aftersales Representative – SAME
Location: Western Kenya (based in Kisumu)
Reports to: Regional Sales Manager – SAME
Job Purpose: Responsible for the sale of parts and service of agricultural tractors and farm implements to achieve set targets in Western region.
Key responsibilities will include:
·         Achieve set parts and service budget target.
·         Carry out repairs on tractors and farm implements to ensure customer satisfaction.
·         Maintain good rapport with customers and ensure prompt response to their requests and queries.
Required qualifications and experience:
·         Minimum of a Diploma in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
·         Exposure to technical aspects of agricultural tractors and farm implements.
·         Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the agricultural industry including experience in sales.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should forward applications to vacancies@simbacolt.com by COB Friday 4th May, 2018.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.