General Manager

Our client is a reputable multi-national company focused on creating long term solutions to pressing infrastructure, power generation and telecommunication needs in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Our Client is looking for an energetic, self-driven, intelligent and experienced General Manager reporting to Board of Directors Job Purpose Responsible for the coordination and management of all aspects of the company. The General Manager s key focus is the efficient management of the daily operations whilst introducing and implementing new policies and techniques in line with the Group s long-term strategy. Key responsibilities  Designing and implementing controls and procedures that safeguard the company s assets and improve efficiency.  Defining and providing advice on long-term strategic plans, improvement and expansion projects for the business.  Preparing and presenting annual budgets (capital and revenue) and operating plans for the Board.  Undertaking the business planning and forecasting and taking corrective action to ensure alignment with the company strategy.  Identifying, implementing and monitoring key performance indicators for the business and managers.  Overseeing optimum day-to-day operations to achieve the operating budget and ensuring that various objectives are met.  Streamlining operations to coordinate activities and align them to overall group standards.  Proactively maintaining frequent contacts with major customers, suppliers, trade associations and Government agencies.  Continuously evaluating the sector s environment and consumer trends and advice on improved strategies to counter competition and other challenges and providing technical input to maintain market leadership and competitiveness.  Analyzing market trends and competitive activity to ensure the company is in sync with market needs and manage the introduction of new and/or differentiated products.  Overseeing sales, production planning and control including:  Sales and distribution plans  Customer service and deliveries  Production plans  Economic stock holding.  Optimum machine utilization.  Manpower planning.  Cost center analysis.  Timely debt collection.  Implementing appropriate pricing policies determined by production, market trends and budget requirements.  Managing operational efficiency and quality control including:  Improving plant efficiency and downtime.  Material wastage control.  Finished product quality inspection.  Preparing policies and implementing programmes to ensure staff development and training as well as maintaining cordial labour relations.  Overseeing the purchasing function to optimize quality and price of raw materials, maintaining strict controls on inventory levels.  Performance and efficiency analysis and reporting with recommendations for improvements.  Overseeing the IT and MIS operations with a view to leveraging on this technology to improve business operations. Minimum Requirements  Bachelor s Degree from a recognize university. MBA will be an added advantage.  At least 10 years experience in an FMCG environment in sales and distribution.  Experience in general management will be an added advantage.  Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and get results through people.  Strong problem solving and analytical abilities at a strategic and functional level  Familiarity with current trends, practices and metrics in the FMCG sector.  Demonstrated commercial/entrepreneurial acumen. How to apply: If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package indicating the JOB TITLE as the email subject, to info@dorbe-leit.co.ke . Only successful candidates will be contacted. For more vacancies visit our website www.dorbe- leit.co.ke.

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