Elifurni Furniture Operations Manager | Jobs in Kenya

Job Description

Elifurni Furniture Ltd

Job Vacancy: Operations Manager
 

Introduction: We are a joinery and cabinet making company based in Kiambu, Kenya. 

We have a team of seventy people working to produce creative, high quality furniture, fitted kitchens and wardrobes, shelving and cabinets. 

We are looking for an Operations Manager to oversee the entire operations of the company. 

Reporting to the MD, the Operations Manager will be responsible for Sales and Marketing, Customer Service, Production, Financial Management and Human Resources.
 

Role Summary: The Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the organization while ensuring optimized utilization of resources to meet strategic objectives. 

Reporting to the MD, he/she will lead the entire team at Elifurni to ensure that they are productive as well as motivated. 

 

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures the company attracts the right candidates and creates a work environment that enforces efficiency and productivity as well as personal growth and development

Overall responsible for profitability, cost cutting and growth

Oversees the successful acquisition and retention of customers and meeting of set sales targets

Builds a strong, competitive brand that increases market share

Accompanies the sales team to client meetings and negotiates contracts

Manages tenders and proposals ensuring success in the tendering process

Effectively communicates strategic plans and information to directors and management

Holds regular status meetings with the teams

Sets and manages client expectations and manages the Production team’s quality and efficiency

Manages and develops the team members and manage their performance and schedules

Overall responsible for enforcing adherence to Health and Safety regulations

Manages sub-contractors and any outsourced work process

Ensures proper documentation and reporting at all levels and at all times

Identifies and minimizes exposure and risk as well as legal and financial compliance

Manages budgeting, financial prudence and ensures tight financial controls are in place

Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen Client Relationships

Builds a knowledge base of the industry, the market and the competition

Key Attributes

Must demonstrate the experience and ability to lead a large team in a factory environment

Must be business savvy and a quick learner able to grasp technical details

Must demonstrate strong leadership skills and ability to motivate the team

Requires flexibility of time

Must demonstrate proven analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to effectively prioritize and oversee the execution of tasks in a high-pressure environment

Should have excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language

Highly self-motivated and driven

Must have keen attention to detail

Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment

Education and Experience

At least a degree in business, management or equivalent. An MBA is an added advantage

Additional business related training an advantage

At least eight (5) years’ relevant work experience

Experience working in a factory environment

How to Apply

If interested, please send your CV and Application letter to jobs@fanisi.net by 10th April 2015. 

Only those shortlisted will be contacted.