Kenya Wine Agencies Limited Recruitment 2021

Kenya Wine Agencies Limited Recruitment 2021…See Details on how to apply for the vacancies available at Kenya Wine Agencies Limited.

Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL) is the leading manufacture and distributor of wines and spirits in Kenya, the Eastern, and Central Africa region. Since 1969, when KWAL was incorporated with the objective of providing an avenue for importation and distribution of wines and spirits and enable indigenous Kenyans to participate significantly in this sector; we have delighted consumers across Eastern Africa with award-winning and quality beverages.


  • Store Clerk (Nairobi)

Responsibilities:

  • Manage raw materials receipt and storage in reference to defined specifications and food safety requirements.
  • Planning and reporting on raw materials based on utilization rates, S&OP requirements
  • Establish optimized inventory targets, replenishment processes, and materials flow to the manufacturing site to achieve Production plans, efficiency, and productivity goals
  • Monitor daily inventory levels (raw materials, WIP, consumables, etc) and maintain direct communication with key internal stakeholders to ensure sufficient stock is available to manufacture the scheduled products.
  • Categorize materials received into batches and shelf-life dates to assure proper traceability and stock control
  • Liaison with Procurement, user department, and Quality Departments on quality of inbound materials for accuracy and compliance.
  • Manage the tracking and reduction of inventory waste associated with handling various materials and related transfers.
  • Carry out weekly and monthly stock take as defined in the stock take procedure.
  • Carry out aging analysis of Stock and advise the immediate supervisor on any foreseeable risks on monthly basis.
  • Ensure materials received and duly inspected are processed timeously in the system
  • Ensure materials issue out / dispatching is authenticated, inspected, and issued out in the system
  • Ensure warehouse space optimization
  • Manage stock reservation/booking for tax declaration on raw materials under Customs control (Bond) in a timely manner within stipulated lead time.
  • Keep proper custody of all stocks and records in compliance with the QMS procedure.

Qualifications;

  • Diploma in a business-related field.
  • Knowledge of Food safety requirements is necessary.
  • At least two (2) years’ experience in handling store management in FMCG preferably in the food industry.
  • Practical experience in the use of MS packages and ERP systems.
  • Knowledge of Food safety requirements is necessary
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to work well with others, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities within established deadlines.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should CLICK HERE to apply.

Application Deadline:31st March 2021.


  • Store Controller

Responsibilities:

Stock Management Operations;

  • Ensure optimal stock availability based on the prevailing demand and S&OP forecast.
  • Prepare daily work plans and ensure smooth execution and completion of task assignments to meet the business needs.
  • Supervises and carries out confirmation on receiving and dispatching of stock as per laid down procedures.
  • Coordinate and accurately maintain and update Bin Cards/system posting for all the stock movements in the assigned store at all times.
  • Plan and oversee the loading and offloading of stocks in an efficient and effective manner.
  • Ensure proper stock rotation is practiced in the warehouse at all times to eliminate expiries and damages in line with the stock policy/procedure.
  • Conduct regular weekly and monthly stock take of all stocks in the warehouse and account for any observed variances promptly as per laid down stock procedures.
  • Coordinate effectively handling of customer product returns from customers service as per product return guidelines and customer complaint policy/procedure.
  • Ensure the inter-warehouses stock transfers are keyed in the system in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Prepare daily stock movement (reconciliations) and weekly out of stock, aging report, write-off tracking.
  • Take charge of forklift operations including LPG gas usage and overall maintenance cost.
  • Ensure all the customers’ orders are fully processed, dispatched, and delivered as per approved orders.
  • Record and maintain a tracker showing goods damages/breakages are investigated, root causes determined and a review of corrective and preventive action is undertaken and closed within the month of occurrence.
  • Ensure storage space optimization in materials stores
  • Coordinate handling of empties/returnable glass/crates and accurate reporting as per laid down procedures

Compliance;

  • Keep proper custody of all stocks and records in compliance with the QMS procedure
  • Plan and oversee the arrangement and cleaning of the assigned warehouse as per Health, Safety, and Environment requirements.
  • Coordinate annual renewal of requisite licenses including Inspection and Insurance certificates for the Forklifts.

 Team Management;

  • Appropriately offer support and coach the Store Clerks and support staff (outsourced) skills in material handling to effectively and consistently address customer needs.
  • Support the HR to engage and retain talented individuals and create an environment where they can realize their full potential and contribute to the attainment of departmental and organizational goals.

Planning;

  • Participate in Weekly production planning for insights on stock availability as well as alignment on materials issuance.
  • Give feedback to internal stakeholders on non-fulfilled call-offs for timely intervention and mitigations.

Qualifications;

  • A bachelor’s degree in a business-related field.
  • At least three (3) years’ experience in stock management with at least one (I) year being in a supervisory position in a similar organization.
  • Practical experience in the use of MS packages and ERP systems.
  • Demonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
  • Innovation and creativity.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to determine the root cause of a problem.
  • Ability to set priorities and work independently within set guidelines.
  • Must have the ability to plan, motivate and control staff and activities in line with their duties.
  • A team player, analytical thinker, of high integrity, and self-discipline.
  • High level of integrity.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should CLICK HERE to apply.

 

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