Job Openings at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and schedule production based on sales, demand forecasts, and data insights to ensure product availability and minimize shortages.
• Supervise daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Implement Kaizen projects targeting waste reduction, yield improvement, and COGS optimisation.
• Coordinate raw material procurement, stock levels, and process planning tied to forecasted demand.
• Provide weekly and monthly variance reports with recommendations for the GM.
• Manage COGS within monthly budgets, ensuring no overspend.
• Manage the production planning to ensure no short supply or overstock leading to cash tied up in stock.
• Train staff in Kaizen and data-driven problem-solving techniques, embedding a culture of waste reduction and efficiency.
• Implement structured training calendars for efficiency, safety, and operational excellence.
• Use AI and digital tools for demand forecasting, production planning, and dispatch optimisation.
• Supervise and motivate a cross-functional operational team (production staff, stores dispatch).

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 7–10 years’ experience in process operations, manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Proven ability to manage production teams and align operations with demand planning.
• Strong understanding of Kaizen, operational excellence, waste reduction, yield optimisation, conversion economics, and COGS management.
• Highly skilled in operations data collection, forecasting, production planning, and cost control.
• Demonstrated ability to prevent shortages and improve product availability.
• Proficient in, Excel, Google Sheets, and reporting tools (Power BI or equivalent preferred).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing, quality assurance, and safety standards preferred

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The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing new Learning & Development and Performance Management initiatives across the organization’s portfolio of companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Learning & Development: Spearheaded the development of a new L&D system, including drafting a comprehensive policy and procedures manual, and redesigning both companywide and technical training content for rollout by HR and Farm Managers.
• Performance Management: Established a new performance management framework by creating a policy and procedures manual, and leading the companywide rollout and socialization of the system to ensure alignment and adoption.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Strong expertise in Learning & Development, with proven leadership of L&D functions.
• Solid experience in Performance and Project Management.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in a corporate environment, ideally within organizations of 2,000+ employees.
• Prior experience in the agriculture sector is an added advantage.
• Excellent written communication, analytical skills, and ability to work under pressure.
• Highly organized, self-confident, and conscientious, with strong task-prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership, and drive initiatives.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel frequently to farm sites as required.
• High level of integrity and professionalism in all responsibilities.

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The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting in-depth research, financial modeling, and analysis to support investment decisions across various asset classes. This role requires a strong understanding of financial markets, macroeconomic trends, and valuation techniques.

Key Responsibilities;

• Conduct fundamental research and analysis on companies, industries, and economic trends.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate investment opportunities.
• Analyze financial statements, earnings reports, and industry data to identify investment risks and opportunities.
• Monitor and assess current portfolio holdings and provide updates on performance and market conditions.
• Stay up to date with market developments, geopolitical events, and other factors impacting investment decisions.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers and senior analysts to develop investment theses.
• Utilize data analytics tools and databases for research and analysis.
• Prepare investment reports, presentations, and recommendations for internal stakeholders and analyze capital markets, Nairobi securities exchange and global markets.
• Produce daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and yearly reports.

Qualifications and Experience;

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in investment research, equity analysis, or a related financial role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for financial markets.