In – Market HR Administrator – First point Africa vacancy

In – Market HR Administrator – First point Africa
Diageo - Nairobi - Kenya
Job description
****Application deadline: 26 th September, 2014****This role reports the In Market – Senior HR Advisor – First point AfricaContext/Scope:
First point Africa launches in April 2013 and will provide HR support services to; Nigeria, East Africa Breweries Ltd (and its various business units), Africa Regional Markets (and its various business units), Diageo SA and Brandhouse First point will be a dynamic, exciting and forward thinking place to work with a commitment to excellent customer service and the continuous improvement of the delivery of HR services to the business. It will provide a wide range of HR services to employees, Line Managers and HR colleagues across the markets it supports.The In-Market first point team is a local support team to the Regional Shared Service Team based in Nairobi to deliver process areas that cannot be delivered remotely. The primary focus of the In-Market first point team is around HR Query Resolution (Complex queries referred to the market from the HR SSC) and the coordination and delivery of various local HR activities..Purpose of the Role:The In Market HR Administrators purpose will be to be a key operational extension of the first point Shared Service Centre for the delivery of HR services within their assigned market(s).
They will also support the HR Director and HRBP’s for local HR operational activities across the end-to-end HR delivery in a market. Market Complexity: Liaising with employees, line managers and HR colleagues in their market (s) with a variety of local policies, Terms and Conditions and legislationTop Accountabilities:

• Employee On- boarding – ensuring that all documentation for new hires has been satisfactorily completed and captured.
  
• Benefit enrolment – ensure that all new hires have been enrolled in the appropriate benefit programs.
  
• Reporting - maintain contact with local vendors / government agencies to receive and administer reports or statutory documentation.
  
• Employee Correspondence – Prints and distributes letters and other correspondence developed in first point SSC but requiring local printing.
  
• Employee file Management – own the creation of and on-going maintenance of locally held hard copy employee files and maintenance of soft copy files in the document management system.
  
• Payroll (where appropriate) – provide Workday reports to Payroll and coordinate non Workday payroll data (e.g. Overtime) to provide to Payroll.
  
• Market HR Reporting – Runs market or business unit reports from Workday (Eg Headcount, Absence) and provides to HRBP / HRD for business performance meetings.
  
• Exits: Local or face to face support to Line managers or HRBPs for Exit processes (e.g. collection of equipment etc.)
  
• Local Non Workday related Employee Lifecycle processes – There will be market specific processes that are not completed in Workday, these will vary by market. The in-market first point team will be expected to deliver these.
  Qualification & Experience:
  

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience
  
• Proven track record of HR capability and experience in a large multinational organisation
  
• Performance driven mind-set that delivers on agreed outcomes at pace - Instinct for delivering, and inspiring others to deliver.
  
• Resilience and confidence in a dynamic and at times ambiguous environment.
  
• Can see both the minute detail as well as the bigger picture when needed.
  
• Ability to find solutions and tackle barriers.
  
• Aptitude for technology with the ability to manipulate and manage systems to deliver insights.
  
• A thorough understanding of local HR policies, procedures and practices and their application.
  

An full understanding of how processes, data and systems interrelate

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Standard Group ,Region manager, sales & distribution vacancy

Standard Group ,Region manager, sales & distribution vacancy
The incumbent will work closely with the MD – Print Operations to deliver the sales and market growth objectives through profitable volume and market share growth. Leading the sales and distribution team he/she will assess the industry’s key unmet needs and identify opportunities where Standard Group can create new markets for their products and sustainable competitive advantage.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead sales and distribution teams to deliver sales and revenue targets
• Improved market share
• As a key player in the Sales and Operations process, ensure alignment in the demand and supply of our products
• Working with the marketing division, execution of marketing programs within agreed calendar & timelines
• Identify distribution gaps, test new ideas and drive penetration into new markets; track performance and
proactively take corrective measures.
• Develop strong customer/partner relationships to help drive commercialization
• Work with key stakeholders to optimise route to market (distribution, Finance & Regional management Team)
• As a custodian of external customer Service, manage key stakeholders & contributors (distribution partners, Sales, Supply Chain )
• Develop and maintain clear understanding of the market & regulatory trends as well as key drivers and barriers
affecting SGL product distribution in selected markets
Qualifications & Experience
• A Bachelor’s degree in sales & Marketing, Commerce, Engineering or related discipline
• 5-7 years sales and operations Management experience
• Experience in developing winning distribution growth strategies
• Strategic and creative thinker who can develop competitive plans
• Vast knowledge of regional markets
• Trade marketing or operational marketing role in FMCG will be an added advantage
• Ability to lead and motivate a team is crucial

If you possess the above qualifications and have the drive to meet the challenges, visit our website www.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment to browse through the current vacancies and apply not later than 22nd September 2014

Shop Manager vacancy

Shop Manager vacancy
Title Shop Manager
Company Orange Telkom
Department Mass Market
Job Type Full-Time
Minimum Education University - Undergraduate
Description
Role Purpose:
Effectively manage all available resources in order to maximize Shop profitability and to maximize sales and exceed customers’ expectations whilst adhering to Orange Shop policies and procedures. Key Duties and Responsibilities • organize and coordinate shop team activity ; • maximize sales through effective sales floor management; • deal with special clients; • ensure customer expectations are exceeded in terms of service standards and product knowledge in order to grow the customer base; • ensure supply chain management; • ensure stock administration (stock transfer); • responsible for stock inventory; • cash management flow control; • create and execute internal processes and activities control; • ensure communication lines between team members; • observe and analyze market dynamics in order to optimize local market opportunities; • administration and improve operational flow in Orange Shop; • ensure efficient use of all resources in order to increase shop profitability; • represent the company in relation with local authorities and offer requested information to control authorities with in the mandatory limits • proactive attitude to local administration in order to seek business and promotional activities
Qualifications
Academic/ Professional Qualifications • Bachelors Degree • At least 2 years management experience • relevant sales experience
Preferred Skills
Key Competencies:
• team-work • results oriented • initiative & pro-activity • influence & persuasion • communication skills • planning and organizing • negotiation skills • thinking in perspective • presentation skills • customer-oriented attitude • people management


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