Head of Sales and Marketing vacancy

Galana Oil Head of Sales and Marketing

Galana Oil Kenya Ltd is one of the leading petroleum marketing companies in Kenya with
a growing network of service stations, commercial customers and affiliates in East & Central Africa.
We seek to recruit a results oriented, highly skilled and experienced professional as the Head of Sales and Marketing.

Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Head of Sales and Marketing will:-

• Oversee the Company’s sales and marketing function.
• Lead in the development and implementation of the Company’s sales and marketing strategy to sustain business growth and profitability.
• Formulate and implement the public relations, branding and customer service strategies.
• Review and approve regional sales and marketing activities to ensure attainment of business plan objectives.
• Review and advise on business investment proposals from the region in liaison with the management team.
• Lead and motivate the Sales and Marketing team to achieve set targets.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or related fields. 
• Professional qualifications in Sales and Marketing and/or a Masters degree in Business, Marketing or related fields is an added advantage.
• At least seven (7) years of sales and marketing experience; three (3) of which should be in a management position.
• Experience in managing budgets effectively, financial management, setting up effective metrics and business processes.
• Leadership experience in sales and marketing management with a thorough knowledge of marketing principles, product or service management, sales and business development, along with a demonstrated track record of success and performance.
• Experience in the Kenyan petroleum industry is highly preferred.

If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please send a covering letter and detailed curriculum vitae highlighting your qualifications, experience and present position, current remuneration, e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, names and addresses of three referees.

The application should be sent by e mail to info@galanaoil.com on or before Friday, 14 February 2014.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Sameer Africa Projects Engineer vacancy

Sameer Africa Projects Engineer


Sameer Africa Limited, a leading manufacturer and provider of tyres and tyre solutions with offices across Kenya and the COMESA region, has an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and resourceful candidate to fill the above position.
Main purpose of the job:

• Managing plant and capital investment projects in the areas of design, sourcing, installation and commissioning of new machines and equipment and modification of existing ones.

Among others, key accountabilities willinclude:-

• Leading the implementation of assigned capital projects by preparing detailed schedules and ensuring availability of all required resources
• Establishing engineering projects master plans and ensuring implementation including commissioning, continuous evaluation and reporting 
• Identifying alternative competitive sources for machinery, equipment andother engineering supplies
• Coordinating design review to develop appropriate specifications
• Leading the engineering team input in continuous plant improvement
• Monitoring and reviewing progress and performance of projects to meet plan objectives
• Ensuring machine availability and reliability through trouble shooting and redress during major and critical breakdowns 
• Developing, training, motivating and evaluating departmental staff to achieve the highest levels of performance
• Identifying, implementing and benchmarking for best practices in engineering 
• Supervising contractors undertaking projects and ensuring standards and specifications are adhered to

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. A certification in Project Management will be an added advantage
• At least 7 years experience in a manufacturing plant Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of PLC, instrumentation and AutoCAD
• An active member of a recognized professional body(a registered Engineer will have an added advantage)

Interested candidates should forward applications and detailed CV’s through vacancies@sameerafrica.com by 15th February, 2014, indicating telephone contacts, names and contacts of three referees, one of which should be a current or previous employer.

Also indicate current and expected remuneration.

The position title should be clearly indicated as the subject of the application.

CMC Motors Systems Developer vacancy

CMC Motors Systems Developer

Reporting to the Group IT Manager, the Systems Developer will be responsible for all IT Systems Development and Programming projects for the company.
Key Responsibilities:

• In-charge of all Upgrade and Development projects for MS Dynamics NAV ERP and Incadea Dealer Management System (DMS) Code, debug and troubleshoot Programs utilizing the appropriate programming technology
• Test and develop programming modifications including menus, screen formats and file layouts
• Manage integration of the Dynamics NAV &Incadea DMS with other third party systems
• Analyze performance of programs and correct errors and implement solutions and enhancements
• Write programs to generate accurate ad-hoc reports tailored to different Departments Write and maintain programming documentation including problems and resolutions for future reference
• Maintain and Monitor the Dynamics NAV, Incadea & SQL Database Systems Performance and correct software defects /errors
• Provide support to end-users of MS Dynamics NAV & Incadea DMS

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in IT / Computer Science, or related field
• Relevant Professional Certifications in MS Dynamics NAV& SQL Server
• Minimum 5 years experience in Systems Development /Programming; 3 of which should be in MS Dynamics NAV and SQL
• Experience in Incadea Dealer Management System will be an added advantage

Applications and detailed CV must include current and expected remuneration package; email address and telephone contacts of 3 references and should be sent preferably by email to reach the undersigned by close of business on 14 February, 2014.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Group Human Resources Manager
CMC Motors Group Limited
P.O. Box 30135-00100
Nairobi
Email: hresources@cmcmotors.com