Operations Manager - (Kiserian Farm) at Ngong Veg Limited

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Degree in Business Management / Agribusiness Management or any other equivalent qualification.
• Financial acumen i.e CPA or any other Finance / Accounting qualification will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong budget development and oversight skills.
• Excellent ability to delegate responsibilities while maintaining organizational control of branch operations and customer service.
• Highly trained in conflict management and business negotiation processes.
• Have the necessary planning and organisational skills to achieve the targets and carry out company policies as applicable.
• Be self-motivated and able to communicate effectively at all levels both within and outside the company.
• Knowledge of general business software and aptitude to learn new applications; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinating the preparation of Company overall budget and establishing a budgetary control system geared towards realization of the performance targets set for all departments.
2. Reviewing the company’s performance vis-à-vis budgeted performance and updating the directors on the same.
3. Ensuring that the business profitably run, and the Company realizes planned rate of return on investment.
4. Coordinating operations of all company’s activities and overseeing all departments.
5. Assist in formulation, implementation and review of the company’s corporate plans and strategies.
6. Effectively promote a positive image of the Company-Public relations with suppliers and creditors.
7. Ensure all operations are carried on in an appropriate, cost effective way.
8. Chairing management policy and performance review meetings.
9. Advising the management on the strategies to adopt to move the company towards the desired operational outcomes.
10. Liaise with accounting department in preparation of sales, costs, and other forecasts necessary for establishment of the company standards and budgets.
11. Liaise with the accountant in establishing a strong internal control system and auditing function and oversee its implementation.
12. Overseeing the preparation of timely and accurate operational reports and distributing to appropriate users.
13. Ensuring establishment of efficient and effective distribution network and delivery systems.