Commercial Manager

Industry: Freight Forwarding and Logistics

Location: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Our client, an International Logistics and freight forwarding company with Head Offices in Dubai is seeking to recruit a Commercial Manager to be based in Dar- Es Salaam Tanzania. We are specifically looking for candidates with good Liner and Freight Forwarding business experience as well as good team leadership skills.

Tanzanian nationals and Asians are encouraged to apply

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage daily Freight Forwarding activities of the company to include all sea, air, road and warehousing operations
• Leading and directing all Sales and Business Development in line with the company strategy to expand their services within the East African region
• Offering competitive products & services to the market through efficient operations, smart pricing policies and innovative operations – you will develop clear processes and policies to achieve industry best practise in service delivery
• Actively develop client relationships at a senior level and be responsible for delivering services that meet the market requirements and offering smart solutions to secure new business
• Providing leadership, guidance and support to the team, train and motivate staff and develop appropriate succession plans.
• Managing all divisional resources to ensure optimum utilization.
• Utilizing the existing operational abilities and developing a new operational capability as the business grows

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in Business Administration or any other related field
• At least 5 years of sea, air and road freight operations experience
• Strong commercial ability, able to identify opportunities and propose competitive services accordingly
• High level position with market knowledge to develop new high value logistics services
• Ability to conceptualise and then deliver new Freight and Transport products & services will be an advantage
• Ability to manage all financial & budgetary issues professionally

If you have the above qualifications, send your CV only to jobs@flexi-personnel.com by Friday 31^st May 2013. Kindly indicate the job title and minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

ONLY SERIOUS CANDIDATES NEED APPLY.

Receptionist/ Front Office

Industry:  Logistics/ Shipping

Location: Mombasa

Our client, an International Logistics company is seeking to recruit a receptionist with good experience in front desk management to provide administrative support including receiving and handling information. We are specifically looking for candidates with working experience in shipping / Liner Industry or Logistics Industry.

Key Responsibilities 

• Handle all customers’ inquiries with consistency and objectivity 
• Ensure that the front office desk offers a warm and friendly welcome and a speedy, efficient check-in and check-out
• Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals. Arrange conferences, meetings, and travel reservations for office personnel 
• Ensure that there is information to help guests and be their point of information about company products/services

Qualification and Experience  

• Diploma in Front Office or Business related field from a reputable institution  
• Minimum 1 to 2 years experience in shipping / Liner Industry or Logistics Industry  
• Proven planning and organization skills  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills  
• Self-driven personality with the ability to work with minimal supervision  
• Candidates currently residing in Mombasa will have an added advantage   

To apply, send your CV only to recruit@flexi-personnel.com  before Friday 24^th May 2013. Clearly indicate the position applied for and your minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

Business Development Executive

Industry:  Human Resource Management

Location: Nairobi

Flexi Personnel Limited has become one of the fastest growing specialized Recruitment Agencies in Kenya and the wider East Africa region, providing specialist staff for permanent, temporary or contract placements. We also offer customized Human Resource Management Consultancy services including Outsourced Staffing management, Payroll Management and setting up HR departments.

We are seeking to recruit a Business Development Executive to drive business growth and deliver targets. The successful candidate will be expected to increase our visibility and market share for both Recruitment and HR consultancy services to SME’s and Corporate clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing a pro-active approach to establish and maintain professional relationships with potential clients  that  promote growth of business and market share in the industry
• Actively and successfully manage the Business Development Process : lead generation, solution pitch, negotiation, close, handover to the recruitment team and follow up to ensure successful service delivery
• Develop business proposals, pitch solutions and  presentations  to the relevant parties and close sales /partnership agreements for new businesses
• Build referral networks  within the business ecosystem

Qualification and Experience

• Diploma/ Degree in Business Administration/Marketing/Bcom/Business related field
• Minimum 1 to 2 years experience in corporate sales and new business development
• Proven ability to achieve sales targets
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

To apply, send your CV only to jobs@flexi-personnel.com  before Friday 31^st May 2013. Clearly indicate the position applied for and your minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

Sales & Marketing Intern

Industry: HR Consultancy & Recruitment 

Location: Nairobi

Due to rapid growth we are seeking to recruit a Sales and Marketing Intern. We are specifically aiming to give Sales & Marketing graduates with either a degree or Diploma an opportunity to chart a career in the fast changing marketing environment.

  

Key Tasks and Responsibilities   

•    Presenting and selling company services to current and potential clients 
•  Developing and implementing marketing strategies to retain and attract new clients 
•   Following up new leads and referrals resulting from field activity 
•  Developing and maintaining sales materials as well as updating client database
• Communicating to recruitment team and management on new client requirements, timelines, and expected deliverables 
•  Creating a comprehensive social media strategy geared towards increased company visibility, membership and traffic as well as implementing and managing social media communication to attract new clients

 Professional Skills and Competencies 

• Diploma/Degree in Marketing or Business related field  
• Strong sales and marketing skills 
• Self driven, goal-oriented personality with a positive attitude 
•  Demonstrated ability to generate and qualify leads independently
•  Outstanding written and verbal communication skills 

To apply, send your CV and cover letter to recruit@flexi-personnel.com before Monday 27^th May 2013. Clearly indicate the position applied for on the subject line.

Field Sales Executive

Location: Nairobi

Industry: Hospitality 

Our client, a leading supplier of world class hospitality products including cutlery, branded toiletries and fine bedding is looking for Field Sales Executive. The ideal candidate should have outstanding Sales experience preferably in a hospitality related industry. 

We are specifically looking for candidates who have sold either goods or services to the Hospitality Industry.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities  

• Driving sales for imported branded cutlery, branded toiletries and fine bedding's to current and potential high end hospitality clients including five star hotels, resorts and guest houses
• Focusing sales efforts by up-selling to existing clients
• Attending exhibitions and other trade shows
• Developing sales strategies and following up on business leads and referrals from field activity
• Negotiating the terms of an agreement and closing sales
• Identifying and resolving client concerns

Qualification and Experience

• Diploma in Marketing or Business related studies from a reputable institution
• At least 1 year sales experience preferably in the hospitality industry
• Outstanding sales ability with excellent communication skills
• Smart and presentable personality, flexible and able to travel
• Self driven personality with demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision.

To apply, send your CV ONLY to recruit@flexi-personnel.com by Thursday 30^th May 2013.
Kindly indicate the position applied for and a minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

Accounts Executive

Location: Nairobi

Industry: Manufacturing

Our client, a multinational manufacturing firm in the packaging industry is seeking to recruit an Accounts Executive. The successful candidate should have stores and inventory management background in manufacturing sector. The role spills over in to accounting so some qualifications in accounting desirable.

The ideal candidate MUST be CPA (K) from a recognized institution.

Key roles and responsibilities

• Stores and inventory management 
• Preparation of monthly manufacturing accounts
• Preparation of various accounting reports and presentations  
• Liaising with other departments, particularly manufacturing and stock departments in ensuring company maintains appropriate levels of supplies 
• Maintaining relevant documents for price list, catalogue, trade journals etc 
• Budgeting, costing and cost saving after reviewing the management information available 
• Monitoring and reviewing of outstanding invoices with prompt resolution of queries 
• Assisting in the preparation of bank reconciliations

 Qualifications and Competencies 

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Commerce or any other related field   
• Must be CPA (K)  
• Proven knowledge in inventory and stores management  
• Proven working experience in ERP software  
• A minimum of 2 years working experience  
• Working experience with computerized accounting systems, standard spreadsheet and Database programs Ability to work to tight deadlines in a pressurized environment  
• A strong team player

To apply, send your CV only to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before 21^st May 2013. Clearly indicate the position applied for and minimum salary expectation on the subject line.