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• Our client, an international manufacturing & trading company, is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to drive the sale of steel products across Kenya and neighbouring African markets.
• The ideal candidate should have strong B2B sales experience, knowledge of steel or industrial products, and the ability to manage customer relationships and the full sales process from quotation to delivery and payment collection.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities and expand the sale of steel products across Kenya and neighbouring African countries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with steel manufacturers, fabricators, distributors and industrial customers.
• Manage the full sales process, including quotations, order confirmation, shipment coordination, payment collection and after-sales support.
• Conduct market research to identify potential customers, emerging opportunities and new markets.
• Coordinate with overseas suppliers and internal teams on pricing, customer requirements and shipment schedules.
• Monitor steel prices, competitor activity and market trends to support informed sales decisions.
• Support import and export processes, logistics coordination and commercial documentation for international steel trading.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms and supply agreements with customers.
• Achieve agreed sales targets and contribute to the company’s revenue growth.
• Prepare regular sales reports, market updates and customer activity reports for management.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• At least five to seven years of B2B sales or business development experience.
• Experience in steel trading, steel manufacturing, building materials, industrial products, commodity trading, or import and export will be preferred.
• Good knowledge of steel products and their applications will be an added advantage.
• Strong customer-development, negotiation and account-management skills.
• Good understanding of international trade, logistics and commercial documentation.
• Experience managing the complete sales cycle, including payment follow-up and collections.
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel regularly within Kenya and neighbouring countries.

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• Our client, a fast growing fast food restaurant, is looking for a hands-on Restaurant Manager to manage the day to day operations of the restaurant and help scale the business.
• This role is best suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, someone practical, proactive, and comfortable leading a team. The ideal candidate must be Kenyan have experience in the hospitality sector and is willing to relocate to Dare salaam.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day restaurant operations to ensure fast service, consistent food quality, and smooth workflow
• Take full ownership of inventory management, including stock control, ordering, and minimizing waste
• Monitor costs closely (food, labour, and supplies) and take action to improve efficiency and profitability
• Recruit, train, schedule, and actively manage staff across front and back of house
• Coordinate kitchen and service teams to avoid delays and improve speed of service
• Step in wherever needed during peak hours and lead the team under pressure

Key Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven experience in fast food or high-volume restaurant operations, ideally in a supervisory or management role
• Experience in a startup or growing business is highly preferred — ability to build structure, adapt quickly, and take initiative
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and hold a team accountable
• Solid understanding of inventory management, cost control, and daily operations
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards

Deadline for applications: 30/09/2026

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• Our client, a logistics and supply chain solutions company operating across Kenya and East Africa, is looking for a Business Development Executive to grow its customer base and revenue across freight forwarding, customs clearance, transportation, warehousing, and third-party logistics (3PL) services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development plans to achieve sales, revenue, and gross profit targets.
• Identify, pursue, and acquire new customers across freight forwarding, customs clearance, transportation, warehousing, and 3PL services.
• Build and maintain relationships with importers, exporters, manufacturers, NGOs, retailers, and other key decision-makers across East Africa.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and commercial presentations, negotiate terms, and close new business opportunities.
• Maintain an active sales pipeline, track opportunities through CRM systems, and provide regular sales forecasts and performance updates.
• Work closely with Operations, Customer Service, and Finance teams to ensure smooth onboarding, service delivery, and retention of customers.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and business opportunities across East Africa while representing the company at relevant industry and networking events.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ recent experience in business development or sales within an international freight forwarding, logistics, or 3PL company.
• Experience selling international freight forwarding, customs clearance, transportation, warehousing, and integrated logistics solutions.
• Experience handling international freight across air, sea, and road.
• Knowledge of the logistics market across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Rwanda.
• An existing network of customers and decision-makers within the East African logistics and supply chain industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales, revenue, and gross profit targets.
• Willingness to travel within East Africa.

Deadline for applications: 31/08/2026