Kisii Bottlers Jobs Kenya.

Kisii Bottlers Limited, a leading beverage bottling franchise of The Coca Cola Company is seeking to recruit suitably qualified candidates for the vacancies mentioned below:

Area Sales Managers
Key Accountability / Result Areas

Reporting directly to The General Sales Manager, your principal accountability will be:-

* Preparation, planning and executing sales and market coverage programs.
* Effective implementation of the sales and marketing strategy.
* Implementing management routines in the area, these include daily sales reports, customer lists, route coverage etc.
* Planning,implementing and monitoring of budgets for the assigned area.
* Supervising and undertaking sales promotions and merchandising to achieve maximum product availability, brand visibility and awareness at all levels.
* Managing a sales team of (Sales Representatives and Merchandisers) to ensure achievement of set targets within the assigned territory.
* Managing credit control function for the Sales Region.
* Managing customer care in line with Company business strategy.

Qualification and Competencies
* Holder of a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University, preferably business related.
* An MBA/Diploma in sales and marketing will be an added advantage.
* A high degree of strategic and commercial aptitude as well as excellent communication skills.
* At least three years experience in managing a sales team in a business environment.
* Strong leadership skills and computer literate.
* Holder of a valid driving licence.

Sales Representatives
Key Accountability / Result Areas

Reporting directly to The Area Sales Manager, your principal accountability will be:-

* Manage the sales activities within the assigned territory through the company sales agents.
* Meet the set sales target within the assigned territory.
* Engage the trade to create demand for company’s products & fulfill the requirements.
* Establish customer requirements and provide information for decision-making and preparation of sales reports.
* Supervise the merchandisers in the assigned territory to ensure outlet branding for maximum visibility of various brands and sales promotions.
* Managing credit control for the company sales agents in the assigned territory.

Qualification and Competencies
* A holder of Bachelors degree from a recognized university, preferably business related.
* Diploma in sales and marketing /MBA will be an added advantage.
* At least two years working experience in a sales environment.
* High integrity, creativity and ability to focus on the customer needs.
* Computer literate and holder of a valid driving licence.

Merchandisers
Key Accountability / Result Areas

Reporting directly to The Sales Representative, your principal accountability will be:-

* Meeting the sales target for the assigned distributors/key accounts.
* Merchandising and order generation at retail outlets.
* Visibility and brand presence creation and monitoring.
* Market surveys and intelligence.

Qualification and Competencies

* A holder of Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
* Diploma in Sales and Marketing will be an added advantage.
* At least one year working experience, those with working experience in the FMCG environment will have an added advantage.
* Well developed interpersonal and communication skills and computer literate.
* Holders of a valid driving licence will have an added advantage.

Procurement Officer
Key Accountability / Result Areas

Reporting directly to The Finance Manager your principal accountability will be:-

* Timely sourcing of quotations from approved suppliers and service providers in line with the company’s procurement policy.
* Development, implementation and maintenance of robust internal controls and procedures to facilitate an effective and efficient procurement process.
* To engage, develop and maintain good relations with suppliers and internal user departments.
* Developing and implementing of both short and long-term procurement strategies designed to reduce costs, improve quality and service while meeting company goals and objectives.

Qualification and Competencies
* A Bachelor’s degree in commerce or any business related field.
* Diploma in purchasing & supplies mgt or chartered institute of purchasing and supplies.
* At least Five (5) years experience in procurement in a busy organisation.
* Membership to a professional body is desirable.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* High integrity and well developed computer skills.

Accountant
Key Accountability / Result Areas

Reporting directly to The Senior Accountant your principal accountability will be:-

* Ensure accuracy and integrity of data in the General Ledger by carrying out periodic reconciliations.
* Ensure accurate computation and timely filing of tax returns.
* Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of robust internal controls and procedures over financial transactions.
* Assist in the preparation of monthly, quartely and annual financial reports.
* Assist in carrying out internal and external audits.
* Management of accounts payables and undertaking of regular reconciliations of supplier accounts and quick resolution of issues thereof.

Qualification and Competencies
* A Bachelor’s degree in commerce, business administration or a related field.
* Full pofessional accounting qualifications e.g. CPA(K), ACCA.
* A masters degree will be an added advantage.
* At least five (5) years experience in accounting and finance with hands on experience in general ledger accounts management, audit and tax.
* Membership to a professional accounting body is desirable.

The Promise
Kisii Bottlers Limited depends heavily on the passion, innovation and integrity of our people. We focus on attracting, developing & retaining the best talent.

Our work environment nurtures these three values (passion, innovation & integrity).

In addition to a competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits commensurate with the requisite, the company can offer a challenging and rewarding career.

If you are innovative, self-starter and results oriented individual, looking for a challenging career and you meet the above requirements, please send your application letter,detailed C.V, together with copies of your relevant academic /professional testimonials and three referees to :-

Human Resource Manager
Kisii Bottlers Limited
P.O. Box 3456-40200
Kisii – Kenya

E-mail:recruitment@kisiibottlers.co.ke

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 28th January 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Kisii Bottlers Limited is an equal opportunity employer.

Any lobbying and / or canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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