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Tuesday, 20 January 2015

Kenchic Jobs in Kenya

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Kenchic Jobs in Kenya

Kenchic Limited is the largest fully integrated poultry Company in East and Central Africa with a grandparent operation, broiler & layer parent stock, hatchery and processing plant. The Company’s mission is to efficiently deliver chicken of choice in every market in the region, exceeding customer expectations of product quality and service.
We therefore seek to recruit exceptional self driven and result oriented individuals of high integrity who will play critical roles in supporting Company’s overall objective.
Kenchic therefore invites dynamic and innovative candidates to submit their applications for the following positions.
1. Production Manager - HRM/HATCH/003
Location: Athi River
Job Summary: Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Production Manager’s key focus areas will be as follows:

  • Achievements of hatchability targets.
  • Machinery maintenance & spares management.
  • Establish and manage effective programs to compensate, coach, appraise and train Hatchery Team. Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement hatchery management programs including preventative, maintenance and life-cycle requirements.
  • Develop hatchery budget, monitor expenses and present regular reports and reviews of facility-related budgets.
  • Manage and review service contracts to ensure hatchery needs are met; coordinate and monitor activities of contract suppliers.
  • Plan and manage hatchery central services such as biosecurity, security, cleaning, distribution, waste disposal and ensure compliance with health and safety standards and industry codes
  • Develop and implement cost reduction initiatives by calculating and comparing costs for goods and services. Qualifications
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • A minimum of 7 years experience managing a factory.
  • Experience in Manufacturing industry will be an added advantage
  • Ability to work and deliver under pressure.
  • Adaptability. 2. Assistant Regional Sales Manager - HRM/DOC/002
    Location: Nairobi & Mombasa
    Job Summary: Reporting directly to the Regional Sales Manager, the Assistant Regional Sales Manager’s key focus areas will be as follows:
  • Increase Day Old Chicks sales volume.
  • Customer satisfaction.
  • Communication & reports.
  • Sales forecast/projections. Key Responsibilities
  • Achievement of weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual chick and one stop shop product sale targets.
  • Develop and implement poultry farmer’s coverage plan for the region in order to provide technical support & build customer relationships.
  • Prepare sales forecast/projections for Day Old Chicks and one stop shop products.
  • Conduct periodical and accurate market intelligence on customer requirements and competition activities/strategies.
  • Provide adequate Supervision of appointed agents in the region and adherence to recommended credit terms.
  • Manage all Company resources including assigned funds, materials and equipment in a secure and efficient manner in order to optimise on productivity.
  • Manage, train and motivate the team in order to deliver services superior to those of competition. Qualifications
  • Degree in commerce - Marketing option/Economics/ or Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine with diploma in sales and marketing.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in sales and marketing particularly in agricultural based organization or company dealing with highly perishable products.
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Previous work experience within coastal /Nairobi region is an added advantage.
  • Impeccable Integrity. 3. Head of Retail Sales - HRM/PC/001
    Location: Limuru, Tigoni
    Job Summary: Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, Head of Retail Sales
    Key focus areas will be as follows:
  • Liaise with the Head of Operations in establishing and recommending the most realistic sales goals for the Company.
  • Manage all assigned geographic sales areas or product line to maximize sales revenues and meet corporate objectives.
  • Establish and manage effective programs to compensate, coach, appraise and train sales personnel. Key Responsibilities
  • Meet overall sales financial objectives by forecasting requirements, preparing annual budgets, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions.
  • Establish sales objectives by creating a sales plan and quota in support of Company sales objectives.
  • Resolve problems, identifying trends, determining regional sales system improvements and implementing change.
  • Maintain and expand customer base by coaching both Retail & Catering sales team; building and maintaining rapport with key customers, and identifying new customer opportunities.
  • Recommend product lines by identifying new product opportunities, product packaging, surveying consumer needs/trends and tracking competitors.
  • Implement trade promotions by publishing, tracking, and evaluating trade spending.
  • Interpret both short- and long-term effects on sales strategies in operating profit. Qualifications
  • University degree in Sales & Marketing.
  • Minimum of seven years of related work experience or training in manufacturing sector
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills to interpret sales performance and market trend information.
  • Proven ability to motivate and lead the sales team.
  • Experience in developing marketing and sales strategies. Application Procedures
    If you fit the profiles of these roles, submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position, remuneration level, email and telephone contacts clearly quoting the job title/reference on the subject line directly to careers@kenchic.com by Friday 7th February 2015.
    Kenchic shall only process applications submitted through the online address given and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
    KENCHIC is an equal opportunity employer
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