Deputy General Manager, Assistant Production Manager and Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager Jobs and Careers in Kenya

Deputy General Manager

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Providing advice to the Board on matters related to the operations of the company;
• Implementing Board decisions and promoting effective communication between the Board and all levels of management;
• Ensuring development and implementation of appropriate long term strategies and policies;
• Ensuring achievement of the company’s financial and operating goals and objectives;
• Providing guidance in the preparation and implementation of business plans, proposals and annual budgets for Board approval;
• Fostering a conducive corporate culture that promotes strong ethical practices and good governance as well as attracting, retaining and motivating employees;
• Ensuring improvements in quality and value of the company’s products.

Skills & Attributes

• Must be over 35 years of age.
• A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Food/Dairy Technology, Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance, Marketing or a related field from a recognized institution. A Masters degree will be an added advantage.
• A team leader with 5 Years relevant experience in a senior management.
• A good understanding of FMCG operations will be a requirement.
• Computer Literate.
• Previous experience in Dairy Processing Plant with knowledge in value-added products shall be an added advantage
• Demonstrated experience in change management with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and
• Strong leadership, organization and coordination skills.

The right candidate for this position must have the ability to think strategically and design long term plans in addition to being a visionary leader.

Applicants must have proven intellectual leadership in managing people and financial resources as well as an established track record and reputation for outstanding performance.

Assistant Production Manager

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Production planning, budgets and control
• Monitoring and reviewing production level against set targets
• Ensuring effective and efficient utilization of available resources in the production unit
• Developing production operation standards and ensuring compliance for the manufacture of quality products
• Ensuring sound maintenance of equipment and other related facilities.
• Ensuring observation and compliance to environmental, health and safety measures and regulation
• Supervising, appraising production staff and identifying their development and training needs
• Preparing timely and accurate reports

Skills & Attributes

• Must be over 30 years of age
• Holder of Degree in Dairy/Food Science and Technology from a recognized institution
• At least 3 years experience as a Senior Production Officer in a busy FMCG manufacturing factory
• Diploma in Food/Dairy Technology with over 5 years experience will be considered
• Previous experience in Dairy Processing Plant with knowledge in value-added products shall be an added advantage

Assistant Sales and Marketing Manager

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Compilation and Implementation of Annual Sales Budget.
• Increase our Market Share.
• Prominence of all our products in our current and potential markets.
• Eliminate stock out situation in the market
• Manage Sales Force and Distributors
• Identifying training needs of personnel and motivating them to meet Targets.
• Ensure Sales and Marketing Plans and Procedures are successfully implemented.
• Provide accurate Information and Intelligence on the market.

Skills & Attributes

• Age minimum 30 years.
• Holder of B. Com Marketing Option from a recognized Institution.
• At least 3 years experience in a Fast Moving Highly Perishable Consumer Products Sales Environment.
• Holder of Current Driving Licence Class C with 2 years experience.
• Computer Literate
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities and new initiatives.
• Be accountable, responsible and go-getter.
• Excellent Team Player.
• Ability to Coach, Motivate and direct Sales and Marketing Supervisors.
• Proven Track Record in FMCG.

Interested candidates should send their application attaching their CV indicating last/current and expected remuneration on or before 31/12/2011 to:

DN/A 1192
P. O. Box 49010 - 00100
Nairobi

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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