Publishing Industry Assistant Branch Manager (Retail) Job in Kenya

Mar 24, 2016

Our client in the publishing industry is seeking to recruit an assistant branch manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages the operation of the branch, including purchasing of supplies and books, special orders, receiving and shipping, and return of overstocked or defective merchandise.


• Supervises personnel which typically include recommendations for hiring, firing, performance evaluation, training, work allocation, and problem resolution.


• Oversees and coordinates the payment of invoices and freight bills on blanket purchase orders, small purchase orders, and check requests.


• Prepares and administers the branch budget; recommends, implements, and administers operating policies and procedures.


• Works with vendors to acquire and assure availability of new supplies.


• Oversees maintenance of stock, displays, signs, and inventory; manages year-end inventory utilizing computer to check for theft and shrinkage.


• Develops and implements systems and processes to establish and maintain records for the operating unit.


• Represents the organization at various community and/or business meetings, committees, and task forces; promotes existing and new programs and/or policies.


• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor"s degree in Business or Public Administration, Accounting or a closely related field


• Three (3) years’ experience in retail business i.e. Supermarket, Wholesale Store or Bookshop.

Interested and qualified applicants should send their applications and CV’s to executivesearch@humantalentrecruit.com. By COB 24th March 2016

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