Our client a well-established Company that supplies Consumer Goods based in Nairobi is seeking to recruit a Country Director. The successful candidate will oversee, coordinate, implement, and manage strategic and operational programs including sales and personnel.
Lead the strategic planning process for the country program including sales campaigns and non-profit operations.Manages, coordinates and implements country programs.Responsible for all logistics for operations, production plan and program distributions.Carrying out the budgeting for the Country Operations. Must have 7 years management experience.Must have a proven track record in project and people management.Must have a bachelor’s degree in business, economics or accounting.MBA or CPA will be an added advantage.Monthly gross salary: Ksh.300,000 -  480,000/= (Approx. 3,500 - 5,600 USD)depending on experience
professionals@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.
Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Our client, a successful supplier of office furniture and equipment and rated among the 100 most successful SMEs in Kenya is looking for an Accounts Assistant who will support functions related to Account Receivables, Account Payables and debt collection.
 Key Tasks and ResponsibilitiesHandling Accounts Payables and Accounts ReceivablesProcessing supplier invoices Ensuring V.A.T returns, N.S.S.F, N.H.I.F and P.A.Y.E are filed before due dateMonitoring and reviewing of outstanding invoices with prompt resolution of queriesEnsuring all supplier invoices are filed accurately and timelyVerifying and reconciling petty cash claims to ensure correct usage, accountability and accurate reimbursementsAssisting in the preparation of bank reconciliations and debt collectionQualifications, Training and ExperienceCPA Section 2 Proven experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable1-2 years of experience in AccountingWorking experience in Sage Pastel, Quick Books, Tally, Ms OfficeExperience in debt managementAbility to solve urgent matters and work under pressureHigh levels of integrity and customer serviceGood interpersonal and team working skillsTo apply, send your CV and cover letter to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 5th April, 2013. Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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Business Development Executive
Our client, a successful supplier of office furniture and equipment and rated among the 100 most successful SMEs in Kenya is looking for a Business Development Executive who will be responsible for planning and carrying  out sales activities on assigned accounts or areas. The successful candidate will also be responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction and managing quality of products and service delivery.
 Key Tasks and ResponsibilitiesAchieve 100 % of set sales targetsGenerate and prepare sales action plans and strategiesDevelop and maintain a customer databaseMake sales calls and send E-mails to new and existing clientsDevelop and make presentations of company products and services to current and potential clientsNegotiate prices, payment and delivery dates with clientsMaintain sales activity records and prepare sales reportsRespond to sales inquiries and concerns by phone, electronically or in personFollow up on sales activities /quotationsParticipate in sales events/exhibitionMonitor Competitors, market conditions and product developmentAttend to customers in the showroom when called uponPreparation of tenders and prequalificationQualifications, Training and ExperienceDiploma in Sales and Marketing2-3 years experience in corporate salesExperience in making presentationsKnowledge on basic business principlesKnowledge of customer service principlesTo apply, send your CV and cover letter to recruit@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 22nd March, 2013. Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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Our client is one of the largest Steel Manufacturers and Hardware Materials Suppliers in the country, having been in the market for more than Forty One (41 years). They are looking to recruit a Human Resources Manager and a Marketing Manager to join their team.The main purpose of this job is to provide leadership and direction in the sales & marketing department. This will involve Planning, directing and coordinating the marketing of the organizations products. This position reports to the Sales Director.

Key Responsibilities

Formulating, developing and reviewing sales and marketing strategies, policies and objectives in line with the organizational plans.Determining and managing the marketing budget to ensure achievement of the set objectives within designated budgets and taking corrective action when necessary.Developing and executing marketing plans and programs, both short and long term, to ensure profit growth and expansion of company products.Reviewing and recommending changes in the basic structure and organization of the marketing function to ensure effective utilization of the human resources.Researching, analyzing and monitoring financial, technological and demographic factors for capitalization of market opportunities in order to gain competitive advantage.Executing brand management, including planning and overseeing the organization’s advertising and promotion activities and managing advertising agencies.Developing and recommending pricing strategy for the organization which will result in the greatest market share in the long run.Evaluating advertising programs, merchandising policy and product packaging to ensure timely adjustment of marketing strategy and plans to meet changing market and competitive conditions.Conducting market surveys on current and new product concepts in order tomeet consumer expectations satisfactorily.Managing the sales and marketing staff so as to effectively recruit, mentor, motivate, facilitate training and execute succession planning.Coordinating and participating ¡n promotional activities and trade shows, working with developers, advertisers and production managers, to market the company’s products.Conducting economic and commercial surveys to identify potential markets for products.Conducting customer satisfaction surveys regularly to determine their satisfaction level and coming up with corrective actions on any anomalies noted.Ensuring effective use of all relevant ICT and other systems within the sales and marketing function.Developing reports to present to the Board of Directors.Qualifications and Experience:A Degree in Marketing or any other relevant field and professional Marketing certification. At least Eight (6) Years, relevant product and industry knowledge.Commercial Awareness with demonstrated ability in strategy formulation. Team player with excellent managerial experience.Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Persuasiveness, decision making with good negotiation skills.Analytical and data interpretation skills, innovativeness and problem solving abilities. Ability to meet sales targets and willingness to travel as and when need arises.The main role of HR Manager is to direct and manage all areas of the human resources function of the Company, promoting a conducive working environment and a skilled and motivated workforce to ensure the achievement the company’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Developing and implementing a HR strategy based on the overall Company strategy to ensure that business needs are met.Developing a HR budget based on the strategy and effectively managing it to ensure cost management goals are achieved.Managing the recruitment process In a manner that ensures that right calibre of employees Is hired and that new employees receive proper Induction/orientation into the Company.Developing and implementing policies and procedures for the performance management process and all related functions including staff appraisal, training needs analysis.Managing industrial relations matters and offering training, advice and general guidance to managers and supervisors on labour laws and related market practices so as to ensure a harmonious work environment.Overseeing and coordinating employee welfare, devising and running welfare schemes.Training managers and supervisors on basic staff management and disciplinary skills.Continually reviewing and updating the terms and conditions of service of employees to ensure that the Company remains within common market practice.Qualifications and Experience:A Degree in Human Resources Management or business related field and a higher diploma in HR.At least eight (6) years of experience.Should have a sound knowledge of Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and organizational development.Experience and knowledge of labour relations management including CBA negotiations.Experience managing disciplinary proceeding and managing employee welfare. Good business acumen, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills with sound leadership ability.Your application must include a covering letter highlighting relevant experience and key achievements, a detailed CV, a daytime phone contact, valid email address, and the names and telephone contacts of three professional referees.
Closing date: Friday 31st August, 2012
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
Off Muthithi Road, along Tausi Road, 3rd Floor
P 0 Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100

All applications and enquiries should be addressed to: recruitc@adeptsystems.co.ke

A fast growing medium sized supplier of packaging material to the horticulture industry invites applications from qualified persona for the position of a Sales Director.

Requirements for Appointment:

Proven management skills, preferably in a commercial environmentKnowledge of the horticulture industry, European retail and business conductKnowledge of printing and color matchingFluent in English and Dutch.Knowledge of the German language is an added advantage.Sales oriented relation builder, bubbly personality, able to work under minimum supervision, knowledgeable in industry products and trendsIf you meet the above requirements, send your CV and cover letter to;

The Human Resource Manager
P.O Box 996-00502
Nairobi, Kenya.

Deadline for application: 9th September 2011

Only applicants who meet the basic criteria will be contacted.

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A leading supplier of Medical and Laboratory equipment is interested in recruiting for the positions of sales executives.

Reporting to the Sales Manager these positions require motivated, self starter individuals with an eye for new business opportunities and attention to detail.

The candidates must also be able to demonstrate ability to network and inter phase at different levels and will be required to prospect and generate sales for their respective product lines as well as meet set business targets and ensure business growth within their designated accounts.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

A university degree is preferredAt least 2 years work experience in a challenging sales environmentComputer literate with a good working knowledge of computer packages such as MS word, PowerPoint and excelAssertive and persistent with high energy and initiativeAbility to deliver results in a high pressure environmentA team player with good interpersonal skills and integrityExcellent communication skills - verbal and writtenIn addition, he/she should have the ability to establish and maintain excellent, mutually beneficial working relationships with customers as well as demonstrate an up-to-date knowledge of the Company’s market place and competition.

A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful applicants.

Apply before 11th March 2011 to:

P.O. Box 12258 – 00400, Nairobi

Or email: mediqequipment@gmail.com

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