Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, June 04, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
With an unrivalled network of 100 locations countrywide comprising of branches, depots and collection points, we continue to expand our network in an effort to bring Fargo closer to our customers. Part of our strategic vision is to ensure that Fargo Courier is accessible to everyone in Kenya.
About the role
The IT Head’s responsibilities include leading software roll-outs for the company, managing employees within the IT department, liaising with other departments to ascertain their technological requirements, and developing and implementing solutions that meet these requirements.
The role is to be based out of Nairobi, Kenya. The salary offered will be commensurate with a candidate’s experience and qualifications. .

Key Responsibilities
• Technology enhancement to take the organisation from manpower-intensive operations to a semi-auto-driven stage
• Lead IT software roll-outs for the company with a focus on logistics, warehouse management, transportation and security and deep knowledge of the finance and controlling side
• Devise and establish IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by the company’s broader management team
• Oversee the adherence of policies with internal IT compliances as well as external compliances with relevant laws, guidelines, and regulations imposed by external governments, industries, and organisations
• Lead the development of logistics and security related apps for the company
• Assist in building relationships with vendors and creating cost-efficient contracts
• Coordinating IT activities to ensure data availability and network services with as little downtime as necessary

Job Skills: Not Specified

Does this sound like you?
• You have at least 15+ years of professional experience, in a MNC with a strong track record of leading software roll-outs and managing the finance and controlling side as well
• You have a deep understanding of the logistics, warehousing and security industry and specialise in implementing Warehouse Management and Transportation Management Systems and ideally are deeply familiar with the SAP Warehouse Management and Transportation Management Systems
• You have led the setup of both hardware and software IT infrastructure and have led change management initiatives
• You have led a multi-cultural, geographically distributed team
• You have experience dealing with international stakeholders and clients
• You are ideally a professional with majority experience in the Indian logistics, warehousing and security industry and are willing to relocate to Nairobi, Kenya

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Job Education Experience: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
Apply for the job post here to express interest in the role.
Now that we know you are interested, the next step involves online screening of your candidature. You will receive an email from our screening partner, Shortlist . The email would include a link where you can complete your application - a few short questions on your experience followed by an assessment to demonstrate our ability to do the job.
Shortlist will keep you updated regularly on whether or not you’re shortlisted.

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