Introduction: We are a joinery and cabinet making company based in Kiambu, Kenya.

We have a team of seventy people working to produce creative, high quality furniture, fitted kitchens and wardrobes, shelving and cabinets.

We are looking for an Operations Manager to oversee the entire operations of the company.

Reporting to the MD, the Operations Manager will be responsible for Sales and Marketing, Customer Service, Production, Financial Management and Human Resources.

Role Summary: The Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the organization while ensuring optimized utilization of resources to meet strategic objectives.

Reporting to the MD, he/she will lead the entire team at Elifurni to ensure that they are productive as well as motivated.

Duties and Responsibilities
Ensures the company attracts the right candidates and creates a work environment that enforces efficiency and productivity as well as personal growth and development
Overall responsible for profitability, cost cutting and growth
Oversees the successful acquisition and retention of customers and meeting of set sales targets
Builds a strong, competitive brand that increases market share
Accompanies the sales team to client meetings and negotiates contracts
Manages tenders and proposals ensuring success in the tendering process
Effectively communicates strategic plans and information to directors and management
Holds regular status meetings with the teams
Sets and manages client expectations and manages the Production team’s quality and efficiency
Manages and develops the team members and manage their performance and schedules
Overall responsible for enforcing adherence to Health and Safety regulations
Manages sub-contractors and any outsourced work process
Ensures proper documentation and reporting at all levels and at all times
Identifies and minimizes exposure and risk as well as legal and financial compliance
Manages budgeting, financial prudence and ensures tight financial controls are in place
Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen Client Relationships
Builds a knowledge base of the industry, the market and the competition

Key Attributes
Must demonstrate the experience and ability to lead a large team in a factory environment
Must be business savvy and a quick learner able to grasp technical details
Must demonstrate strong leadership skills and ability to motivate the team
Requires flexibility of time
Must demonstrate proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to effectively prioritize and oversee the execution of tasks in a high-pressure environment
Should have excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
Highly self-motivated and driven
Must have keen attention to detail
Team-oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment
Education and Experience
At least a degree in business, management or equivalent. An MBA is an added advantage
Additional business related training an advantage
At least eight (5) years’ relevant work experience
Experience working in a factory environment

If interested, please send your CV and Application letter to jobs@fanisi.net by 10th April 2015.

Only those shortlisted will be contacted.