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Summit Recruitment & Search was established in 2009 to address the recruitment, mass recruitment, executive search, outsourcing and training needs of companies based in Kenya or wanting to enter the Kenyan, East African, South African and African market. We have a leading proven track record in our field in South Africa, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rw...
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The successful candidate will execute end-to-end procurement of all locally sourced goods while acting as the commercial coordinator for Local Vendor Management, International Import Clearance, and Outbound Dispatch Logistics. This role requires a commercially astute professional capable of negotiating favorable terms, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, and maintaining seamless coordination between suppliers, clearing agents, transporters, finance, and operations teams to support uninterrupted production and customer delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute end-to-end local procurement, including processing Purchase Requisitions, issuing Purchase Orders, and preparing Comparative Statements for approval.
- Source, evaluate, negotiate, and manage suppliers to secure competitive pricing, favorable payment terms, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Monitor supplier performance, manage quality non-conformance, process credit notes, and maintain strong vendor relationships.
- Ensure procurement cost control, budget tracking, compliance with company policies, and accurate record-keeping for audit purposes.
- Coordinate import documentation (Proforma Invoices, Bill of Lading, Packing List, COA) and liaise with clearing agents to ensure timely customs clearance within free days.
- Negotiate transport rates, coordinate vehicle placement, and oversee outbound logistics to ensure timely customer deliveries.
- Prepare and issue complete dispatch documentation and track shipments to ensure Proof of Delivery (POD) is returned to Finance
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 3–5 years’ experience in Manufacturing Commercial Operations (Procurement & Logistics).
- Strong negotiation skills in local procurement, including pricing and payment terms.
- Sound knowledge of international shipping documentation and import processes.
- Ability to independently generate Purchase Orders (POs), Comparative Statements, Goods Receipt Notes, and Dispatch Documentation within an ERP system.
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The role demands strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure 100% alignment between physical stock and ERP records. The successful candidate will manage the end-to-end flow of inventory from Goods Receipt (GRN) through Production Issuance to Final Dispatch, maintaining absolute accountability for stock integrity and traceability.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise inbound deliveries, verify physical quantities against documentation, and record Goods Receipt Notes (GRN) in the ERP system after Quality Control clearance.
- Maintain 100% alignment between physical stock and ERP records through strict adherence to SOPs and accurate system updates.
- Monitor inventory levels against Re-Order Levels (ROL), calculate net stock (Physical + In-Transit – Allocated), and raise Purchase Requisitions based on consumption and lead times.
- Conduct regular cycle counts, investigate stock variances promptly, and enforce FIFO and batch tracking compliance.
- Stage and issue raw materials to production in line with the Daily Production Plan using Stock Transfer Notes (STN), ensuring full traceability by internal code and batch number.
- Execute outbound dispatch processes, including picking, joint physical counts, and loading only upon receipt of approved Dispatch Instructions (DI).
- Safeguard inventory integrity by preventing dispatch of damaged or non-conforming stock and maintaining accurate documentation throughout the inventory lifecycleTop of Form
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
- 5 years’ experience in Manufacturing Warehousing (Chemicals, FMCG, or Pharmaceuticals preferred).
- Hands-on experience entering GRNs, Stock Transfers, and conducting Stock Reconciliations in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Tally).
- Strong understanding of Batch Tracking and FIFO principles.
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The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the billing and collection of all revenue streams, ensuring accurate accounting, reporting, and full compliance with relevant IFRS standards. The role includes strengthening internal controls, supporting both internal and external audits, contributing to budgeting and forecasting processes, and driving effective cash collection efforts in line with company policy.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee end-to-end billing processes for all revenue streams ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with IFRS 15.
- Conduct periodic audits to ensure accuracy of service billing and contract alignment.
- Track and reconcile deferred revenue, ensuring accurate timing of recognition and alignment with contracts.
- Manage the Accounts Receivable function, including AR aging reports, reconciliations and payment allocations.
- Lead collection efforts by preparing weekly/monthly reports, following up on overdue accounts and executing escalation protocols (notices, pre-bans, disconnections).
- Monitor customer payment behaviour and recommend/write off bad debts quarterly in line with policy and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate credit risk assessments and ensure all finance-related onboarding documentation is complete.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including VAT and WHT filings, monthly reconciliations and internal ledger updates.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and management reporting; prepare audit-ready revenue and AR documentation.
- Record and defer commissions in line with contract terms and expected revenue.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, commerce or a related field from a reputable institution.
- In-depth knowledge of IFRS; familiarity with US GAAP is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a busy finance environment, with a strong focus on billing and collections.
- Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel will be an added advantage.
- Leadership and project management skills will be an added advantage.
- Highly resilient and persistent, with a results-driven mindset with the ability to follow through on complex collection processes without losing momentum.
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