Safari Park Hotel, a leading five star hotel in Nairobi seeks to employ suitable Kenyan Citizens who are dynamic, confident, and aggressive to fill the positions below:
A. Purchasing Manager
Reporting to the General Manager through the Financial controller, the successful candidate will be responsible for;
- Sourcing for supplies locally and internationally as requested by the respective departments.
- Raising LPOs, receiving quotations and also responsible for all deliveries.
- Maintaining a database of suppliers and all items used by the hotel.
- Maintaining the hotel stores and cold rooms in an excellent five star condition.
- Ensure the smooth running of the Purchasing & Stores section.
- Ensure proper functioning and maintenance of company property entrusted to the department.
- Provide effective leadership and training to ensure the department has qualified, disciplined and motivated staff.
- Ensure proper contracts are in place with suppliers as necessary.
The position calls for an individual with the following attributes;
- Aged 35 – 45 years and be computer literate.
- At least a University degree and a higher diploma in Purchasing & Supplies management.
- At least five years experience in a similar position, preferably a five star hotel.
- Overseas exposure will be an added advantage.
B. Senior Accountant
Reporting to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will be responsible for;
- Overall supervision of Accounts section for day to day work within the operational policies of the hotel.
- Control of Expenses; - Review of Bank reconciliations, inventory records, guest lists and credit control.
- To work with the financial Controller in preparing monthly financial statements and management reports. Should also prepare company budgets with input from department heads.
- To attend Heads of Departments meetings in the absence of the financial controller.
- Training of all the accounts staff including cashiers and the night auditor.
- Auditing of all accounts systems and the finances of the company in consultation with the Financial Controller.
The position calls for an individual with the following attributes;
- Aged 35 – 45 years
- Be holders of a relevant university degree and a CPA (K) qualification
- Have not less than fifteen (15) years experience, 5 of which must be in a similar position preferably in the hospitality industry.
- Experience with Sun systems & Fidelio will be an added advantage.
- Must be of unquestionable integrity and be supported by good references.
- Must also have working knowledge of Kenya tax laws as they relate to Income Tax, VAT and Payroll statutory deductions – NSSF, NHIF, PAYE and Service Charge.
C. Sales Executive
Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for;
- Promoting and marketing the organizations tourist / guest facilities in Kenya and abroad.
- Responsible for day to day direct sales within an assigned group (s) of clientele and sales territory.
- Creation of new customer bases and maintenance of the same within the segment allocated.
- Making sales calls, getting client feedback, market intelligence and / or passing the same to the management for action.
The position calls for an individual with the following attributes;
- A University degree in the relevant field and Sales & Marketing qualifications.
- At least five (5) years Sales experience in tourism & hospitality.
- Experience with International markets, Government institutions and / or UN agencies will be an added advantage.
- Must be outgoing, of mature character and able to work with minimum supervision.
- Must be computer literate.
Competitive salaries will be offered to the successful candidates.
Applications accompanied by a detailed CV and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials from applicants who meet the above qualifications should be sent to the address below to reach them by Friday September 20, 2013.
Human Resources & Admin. Manager
P.O. Box 45038 00100
Nairobi
Or email careers@safariparkhotel.co.ke