Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Company Description
Are you a professional seasoned local shopkeeper? Are you interested in being part of a team focused in the fields of freedom of expression and information and the impact on media and human rights defenders?
If so, then we are looking for you. Our client would like to fill the position of SUN Duka Operator who will be reporting to the Chief Financial Officer.

Job Description
The SUN Duka Operator will be charged with suppliers/manufacturers, and local shopkeepers in supplying and distributing commodities in the slums community.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and grow a self-sustaining, profit-generating distributorship, that really impacts the community by providing affordable, good-quality products in an efficient way.
• Build relationships with a variety of suppliers and manufacturers, develop creative ideas, and successfully pitch prospective business partners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with a network of local shopkeepers.
• Communicate promptly and effectively about significant developments or issues to CFO.
• Manage all functions of the social enterprise including purchasing, operations, administration, human resources, and finances.
• Oversee daily warehouse processes and operations, ensuring compliance to safety and housekeeping standards.
• Develop effective processes and systems for tracking key functions including purchasing, stock management, distribution, and finances.
• Provide work plans, assign tasks appropriately, and monitor the performance of warehouse and distribution team members.

Qualifications
• Knowledge and experience in retail business and supply chain management is preferred
• (Bachelor’s) degree / Advance Diploma Business Management /Marketing /Accounting. In a business-related field or equivalent
• IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills
• At least 2 years of relevant experience

Other required qualifications (unique/job specific)
• Entrepreneurial can-do mindset, embracing challenges and finding pragmatic, creative solutions that make sure the initiative will continuously develop and succeed
• Good with people and adapts to various social contexts. Equally at home in high-level meetings as with local shopkeepers and Kibera community members.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills to ensure profits are being maximized at all times
• Meticulous attention to detail, ability to multi-task and prioritize high-level tasks while keeping eyes and ears trained on operational details.
• Shop management skills
• Stock/Inventory Management Skills
• Cash Management Skills
• Staff Supervision Skills
• Assets management
• Supplier engagement & enrolling skills
• Knowledgeable about the local community, including political, economic, and social contexts.

Behavioral Competencies
• Team working
• Following procedures
• Upholding standards
• Meeting timescales
• Thinking positively
• Taking Action

Functional Skills
• Examining information
• Adapting practical approaches
• Making decisions
• Articulate information
• Checking things
• Keen to details
• Excellent analytical skills

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Use the link below to apply.
https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/DorbeLeitConsulting/743999807388035-sun-duka-operator

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