Safal Group Careers

Key responsibilities:

• To ensure timely banking of cash & cheques
• To post & allocate payment in customer accounts
• Responsible for interest and Letters of credit analysis, with the provision of relevant
• information and report with a focus on cost efficiency.
• Follow up on bank transactions and ensure tasks/ instructions are completed on
• schedule.
• Monthly provision of interest expenses
• Posting of financial charges
• Any other work that may be assigned by the management

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Minimum academic qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/ Finance or any other relevant degree
• Qualifications as an added advantage:   CPA (K)
• Professional registration: ICPAK

Experience required:

• General work experience (years):  3 Years
• Specific to the position (level/discipline/years):  2 Years
• Industry: Manufacturing

Key competencies and skills:

• Analytical skills
• Planning & organizing skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Effective communication skills

Language requirements:

• English
• Kiswahili

Computer literacy:

• Microsoft Office packages
• ERP systems

Personality profile:

• Positive
• Employee-centric
• Fast-paced and prompt
• Achievement oriented
• Energetic and Enthusiastic
• Self-motivated
• Focused
• High level of integrity

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Group Communications

• The Internal Communications Officer will design and lead several internal communication campaigns each year. This may include building buy-in for our Group Mission, Vision and Values; Increasing transparency on key brands, projects, people processes and programs; engaging staff on organizational culture; leading staff engagement around business change and transformation processes
• Ensure organizational initiatives and projects are successfully communicated to employees
• Create core messages and materials to support those priorities, with regular editing and ghostwriting 
• Develop roll-out processes to ensure information consistently reaches staff at all levels, in all countries
• Ensure internal communications messages are consistent across all mediums and for different departments of the organization
• Ensure internal communication messages are consistent with external communication messages
• Plan, edit and write content for a variety of internal communications mediums, such as a staff intranet (Yammer), monthly magazine or regular email bulletin.
• Work the One Safal Magazine in collaboration with the internal team to ensure consistency of content, look and feel
• Coordinate with BU Marketing teams to ensure that activities / events are launched internally and messages aligned across the Group
• Work with CSR teams to ensure activities are highlighted and published across the Group
• Work closely with the IT department to secure digital solutions that enhance the employee internal communications content experience

Staff Engagement and Feedback 

• The Internal Communications Officer will help senior leaders identify, prioritize, and respond to trends in staff feedback. This means developing a network of staff contacts across the Group to keep a pulse on the staff experience. 
• Speak monthly with People leads and staff at all job levels to understand how key messages are landing 
• Creating engaging campaigns that continuously leverage the organizations brand

Organisation Response in Challenging Situations

• The Internal Communications Officer provides hands-on support to senior leaders managing teams through change or crisis to ensure employee safety and organization continuity. 
• Procurement responsibility
• Closely work with the procurement department to secure competitive services and products that support staff engagement and communication.

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Minimum academic qualification: 
• A degree-level qualification, preferably in Media and Communications /Marketing and PR / Journalism/ business administration/development studies
• Qualifications as an added advantage:

Experience required:

General work experience (years):

• 2- 3 years’ experience within the communication space: PR / media / digital /eventing
• 1-2 years’ experience within NGO/ Cooperate Philanthropy and sustainable development sector
• Industry: Non-Profit Sector/ Public Relations / Media and communications

Key competencies and skills:

• Strong leadership and influencing skills: Able to work with and influence senior management on a day to day basis.
• High quality written and verbal communications skills
• Well-developed organisational skills
• High level of computer literacy, advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, High level of interpersonal and communication skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to establish strong working relationships
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative and judgement
• Proven ability to effectively work autonomously or in a team as required
• Capacity to prioritise work & negotiate on conflicting timeframes
• Demonstrated competencies in the provision of excellent administrative services
• Knowledge of Internet/intranet and content management

Language requirements:

• English
• Kiswahili

Computer literacy:

• Computer Skills: MS Office Suite
• Social Media expertise: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter

Personality profile:

• Ability to bring diverse teams together
• Innovative & Creative Attention to detail Excellent communicator
• Analytical, Organized and passionate about giving back.

Description

Key responsibilities:

• Perform Daily pre-operational inspections of the crane and equipment, safety checks, and test lifts.
• Proactively Troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Report all accidents/incidents to the direct Supervisor.
• Expected to operate safely and efficiently with high focus and skill at all times.
• Communicate with people at the shop floor to determine the best placement of the lifted loads.
• Ensures that balance and distribution of load is maintained and that weight of load is in compliance with capability crane.
• Will never override any safety alarms and devices.
• Operate electric overhead cranes to load and unload finished goods.
• Any other job as may be assigned from time to time by the Supervisor.

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Must have nationally accredited certification in Overhead Crane operation.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing plant.

Experience required:

• General work experience (years): 3 years in Overhead crane operation
• Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): 2 year
• Industry: Manufacturing

Key competencies and skills:

• Spoken Communication skills
• Listening and Memory Retention skills
• English Language skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem Solving skills
• Flexibility to work long hours as and when required.

Language requirements:

• Kiswahili
• English

Computer literacy:

• Experience in SAP/ERP Applications

Personality profile:

• Highly motivated, self-starter, high energy, positive and inspiring
• Business-centric
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Achievement oriented
• Strong strategic and planning skills.

Description

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate execution of sales orders as captured in the SAP system according to customer or Sales Manager instructions.
• Ensuring prompt issuance of pre-shipment documentation as per SLA.
• Coordinating with the production planning team to ensure timely readiness and delivery of orders.
• Coordinating loading of provided trucks with transporters for ready-finished goods.
• Documentation & SAP compliance in Generating Delivery Notes, Gate Passes, Loading Slips, and Invoices as per the STOs quantity / requested requirement from customers in SAP.
• Tracking of orders until they are delivered to customers.
• Ensuring the accuracy of shipping documents.
• Ensuring proper record keeping of all shipping documents for audit purposes.
• Report daily circulation of local and export order dispatches.
• Liaising with line managers for any special dispatch requirements.
• Proactively addressing and resolving any dispatch issues that arise.
• Any other job as may be assigned from time to time.

Accurate execution of sales orders as captured in SAP

• To liaise with the Customer service team & Sales Officers on delivery requirements for every order before & after loading.
• To request the transporter to an appropriate truck by confirming the product to be dispatched.
• To monitor truck movement from dispatch date/time till it exits and liaise with the transporter for required action.
• To liaise with the service centre/upcountry office for dispatch as requested.
• Escalate challenges faced during loading and corrective action. 

Documentation & SAP Compliance 

• To generate Delivery Note, Gate Pass & Loading Slip as per the Sales Order/STOs quantity requirement in SAP.
• To process clearing agent invoices after the due verification process and acceptance of all required documents. 

Management of Stocks in Sales Storage Location 

• To keep tabs on Material & Stocks received from Production to Sales Location
• To carry out Monthly physical Stock Count.
• To enter count in the system & generate a Sales Storage Location inventory document in SAP for further approval & adjustments.

Customer Relation

• To keep customers updated on the truck dispatch.
• To provide/submit required documents to customer for receipt.
• To liaise with customers for documentation support / timely clearance of documents for trucks from the point of Loading.

File management

• Establish & maintain an effective filing system for easy reference at all times
• Maintain a chronological numbering of Local Sales Invoices/STOs and be able to keep records of all for purposes of determining
• All related files from process start to end process should be kept and secured at an appropriate location  

Systems and Procedures

• To ensure full compliance with Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) regulations, Contractors policy, ISO process flow
• To ensure compliance with all internal policies in place, at all times and ensure the same practice from subordinates
• To liaise and establish links with external bodies to research best practices and deliver continuous improvement
• To implement, manage and monitor performance management information with a view to ensuring that continuous improvement is achieved within the section.

Management Reporting

• Preparation and submission of Monthly Reports / as required to Seniors, for;
• Open / Close STOs, Delivery Notes / Invoicing, Stocks, SAP compliance management
• Monthly, Weekly, as required Truck movement/dispatch report

Training & Development

• Ensure all the subordinates are trained in environmental, Health & Safety practices.
• Ensure all the subordinates and user departments are aware of the SOP's in the Supply Chain Dept
• Ensure proper workload allocation, target setting and monitoring of the performance of subordinate staff
• Continuously search, share and Keep updated information on the best efficient loading practice

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Minimum academic qualification: A Diploma in Supply Chain Management.
• Certificates in Logistics/ Transportation/ Supplies Management will be an added advantage
• Membership of KISM, CILT or CIPS is required.

Experience required:

• General work experience (years): 3 years
• Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): 2 year
• Industry: Manufacturing

Key competencies and skills:

• Spoken Communication skills
• Listening and Memory Retention skills
• English Language skills
• MS Office operating and typing skills
• Probing skills
• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem Solving skills
• Flexibility to work long hours as and when required.

Language requirements:

• Kiswahili
• English

Computer literacy:

• Experience in SAP/ERP Applications

Personality profile:

• Highly motivated, self-starter, high energy, positive and inspiring
• Business-centric
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Achievement oriented
• Strong strategic and planning skills.

Description

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out Training Needs Analysis to identify skill gaps and training needs across teams.
• Design and develop engaging, customized training programs ensuring their alignment with business objectives. Partner with key stakeholders to ensure training programs support organizational goals and meet evolving business needs.
• Organize and coordinate learning events ensuring all logistical details are managed efficiently.
• Facilitate and deliver training sessions both in-person and virtually, utilizing various instructional methods for maximum engagement. Communicate with stakeholders regularly to adapt programs to changing business needs.
• Develop and implement comprehensive onboarding programs to ensure smooth integration of new hires.
• Ensure compliance training, such as health and safety or regulatory requirements, is conducted and properly documented. Monitor updates in statutory training requirements to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Manage the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring it is up-to-date and user-friendly.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, assessments, and performance data.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
• Prepare reports on training outcomes and present them to the Learning and Development Manager.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and consultants to deliver specialized training programs.
• Continuously refine and improve training materials and methods to enhance their impact based on employee and business feedback.

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Minimum academic qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, or related field.
• Qualifications as an added advantage: Certification in training or instructional design (e.g., CIPD, ATD) is a plus.
• Professional registration: Member of IHRM

Experience required:

• General work experience (years): At least 3-5 years of experience in Learning and Development or a similar role.
• Specific to the position (level/discipline/years):
• Industry: Manufacturing

Key competencies and skills:

• Customer First
• Strategic Agility
• Change Leadership
• Initiative & Innovation
• Build Talent and Teams
• Leveraging Diversity
• Drive for Results
• Inspire and Influence
• Organizational Awareness

Language requirements:

• Kiswahili
• English

Computer literacy:

• MS Office packages
• IT Software applications

Personality profile:

• Positive
• Employee-centric
• Fast paced and prompt
• Achievement oriented
• Energetic and Enthusiastic
• Self motivated
• Focused

Description

Key Performance Areas:

Production of design, drawings and BOQs

• Timely production of preliminary and final designs as assigned as per the standards set and customer requirements.
• Using computer-aided design (CAD) packages & software as assigned by MRM for designing projects.
• Produce designs, drawings, Bill of Quantities (BoQs) and other relevant documents necessary for the acquisition of new & additional business.
• Achieve set sales number of designs through Roofing & Related Design Proposals.

Customer management of technical issues.

• Assist the sales, marketing and site teams in liaising effectively with architects, subcontractors, contracting civil engineers, consultants, co-workers and clients on related technical clarifications requested.
• Managing, supervising and visiting contractors on site and advising on civil engineering issues.
• Manage customer’s technical requirements at design, supply or project implementation & post-supply phases.
• Create favourable linkages with the building industry players (consultants, contractors & developers) within the jurisdiction to propagate the organization’s brand & achieve business growth.
• Participate in the organization’s marketing initiatives with respect to technical matters.

Other Responsibilities:-

• Undertaking technical and feasibility studies and site investigations;
• Assessing the potential risks of specific projects, as well as undertaking risk management in specialist roles; 
• Establish an up-to-date project tracking process for building projects within the jurisdiction.
• Supervising tendering procedures and putting together proposals;
• Thinking both creatively and logically to resolve design and development problems;
• Managing change, as the client may change their mind about the design, and ensuring relevant parties are notified of changes in the project.
• Participate in the preparation of project business-related tenders, offers, information documents, contracts, etc.
• Close projects, prepare final calculations and handle matters arising from guarantees, warranties and liabilities.
• Prepare project budget and schedule for in-house projects
• Train in-house teams, external installers and other relevant stakeholders on the company’s products and services and best practices in roofing matters.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements :

• Bsc/B Eng. Civil and Structural Engineering
• 1-3 year experience

Added qualifications

• Proficient in CAD i.e. AutoCAD/Archicad
• Proficient in design by use of Master Series
• Proficient in MS Excel, MS projects
• Registration to EBK/IEK will be an added advantage

Key Rsponsibilities

• Coordinate quality assurance activities in respective section that includes inspection and testing activities to improve the quality of products, ensuring 100% SAP compliance and reporting.
• Conduct product trials and preparing requisite reports when required.
• Liaise with production teams for the classification and segregation of non-conforming material at the production lines.
• Co-ordinates salvaging of non-prime first time to optimise quality yield.
• Ensure Calibration, standardization and maintenance of all quality assurance measuring and testing equipment and tools.
• Lead Investigation of customer complaints, submission of investigation reports and follow through on implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure all Quality Assurance SOPs are duly updated and adhered to by all relevant staff.
• Ensure Observance of the best Environmental, health and safety practises in line with OHSE policy in respective assigned Quality assurance Section.
• Ensure Routine daily/ weekly/ Monthly/ bi annual and annual Quality assurance reports are circulated timely as per established plans.
• Ensure product care guidelines are followed through entire value chain as per policy to mitigate against loss of product quality through handling and storage.
• Conduct Quality assurance related trainings as per established plans.
• Act as Quality assurance focal point in ISO management systems in respective sections.

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or Equivalent
• Lean Management Systems Training
• Basic training in OHSE,
• Lead auditor in ISO 9001/ 14001 / 45001
• Min: 5 years Specific to the position (level/discipline/years)
• Manufacturing industry experience
• ISO management systems
• Understanding of national and international standards in related steel industry

Main purpose of the position:

Production of designs, drawings and bills of quantity as per the standards set by the company to the specifiers’ and customer satisfaction

Key responsibilities:

Production of design, drawings and BOQs

• Timely production of preliminary and final designs as assigned as per the standards set and customer requirements.
• Using computer-aided design (CAD) packages for structural designing projects.
• Management of customers’ technical requirements at design, supply or project implementation & post-supply phases

Customer management of technical issues.

• Providing techno-commercial information for customers’ roofing and related requirements thereby generating business for the organization

Other Responsibilities: -

• Undertaking technical and feasibility studies and site investigations;
• Assessing the potential risks of specific projects, as well as undertaking risk management in specialist roles; 
• Thinking both creatively and logically to resolve design and development problems;
• Managing change, as the client may change their mind about the design, and ensuring relevant parties are notified of changes in the project.

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Minimum academic qualification: Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Technology in Civil/ Structural Engineering or equivalent
• Qualifications as an added advantage:  Post Graduate Business Management Qualifications will be an added advantage
• Professional registration: Relevant Professional Body e.g. IEK and EBK.

Experience required:

• General work experience (years): 2 years minimum
• Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): One (1) year in Engineering Sales or Structural Design & Execution
• Industry: Steel/Manufacturing

Computer literacy:

• Proficiency in ordinary computer environment applications (Windows, MS Office & Internet)
• Commercial CAD Experience – AutoCAD a must
• Civil/ Structural design software like Prokon, STAAD Pro or Equivalent
• Experience within a techno-commercial environment is an added advantage

Key competencies and skills:

• Sound technical and applied skills relevant to the built environment
• Ability to liaise with customers, a variety of professionals (including architects, engineers, quantity surveyors & project managers) and industry authorities towards creating a strategic advantage for the organizations business.
• Ability to undertake technical & feasibility studies including site investigations
• Demonstrated ability to resolve design and development problems
• Competent use of a range of computer packages in designing, resolving and sharing technical information with customers and related stakeholders
• Ability to make presentations and pitches to relevant stakeholders towards the organizations advantage
• Ability to undertake complex and repetitive calculations
• Ability to think methodically in designing, planning & executing projects
• Ability to simultaneously deal with multiple project requirements while maintaining focus on each project’s details and technicalities
• Excellent verbal and written communication and problem-solving skills
• Results oriented – ability to prioritize key tasks and manage against deadlines
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment and to multitask
• Self-Starter able to work with minimal supervision

Key responsibilities:

Internal

• Coordinate with MRM Warehouse Manager to implement overall Warehouse and store optimization strategy in regard to space, capacity, productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure workplace health and safety requirements are met and take responsibility for the security of the assets in the Warehouse.
• Coordinating with the planning and procurement team on material requirements.

Warehousing (Raw material and finished goods)

• Plan and organize day-to-day warehouse operations in consultation and effective coordination with the MRM Warehouse Team Lead and MRM Warehouse Manager to ensure that all objectives of function are achieved.
• Physical checking, counting and receiving adhering to SOPs to maximise throughput.
• Manage inventory of all FG SKUs in MRM Athi River warehouse and establish controls to ensure the warehouse is operating at the highest level of performance based on key performance metrics and minimized supply chain risk.
• Receiving inventory accurately and in a timely manner, verifying product quality, using appropriate technology, and maintaining necessary records
• Maintaining the quality of inventory by using proper storage and handling equipment and procedures and first-in-first-out procedures.
• Implement visual management standards and stacking measures for easy access and tracking of products.
• Ensuring that customs regulations are met in the bonded store
• Inventory visibility and accuracy through accurate cycle count and physical reconciliation of Inventory against the SAP ERP system as well as root cause analysis and reporting on any stock differences.
• Adherence to Safety norms & policy compliance and implementing 5S to make the warehouse safer and more productive.
• Picking and Shipping of material against the customer sales orders following the dispatch plan, in order to achieve maximum On Time In Full deliveries
• Ensure material movement based on the FIFO workflow system in the warehouse.
• Effective coordination with Production, Dispatch, and Sales teams for smooth flow of receipt & issue of material
• Improve Inventory visibility and availability of material as per the requirement which will help our sales team to achieve their targets.
• Focused approach on Inventory Management & Control by performing cycle count, ABC analysis, reconciling Safety Stock etc.

Supply Chain Administration

• Adhere to Company standards and policies in addition to all regulatory requirements
• Support and implement Company initiatives to achieve performance, quality and safety metrics
• Drive continuous improvement program in the warehouse and establish a high level of performance & standards.
• Maintain 100% accuracy in documentation, data management and compliance of SOPs.
• Ensure a clean and tidy working environment to aid operational efficiency

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Minimum academic qualification: Diploma In SCM
• Qualifications as an added advantage: Bachelor’s Degree

Experience required:

• General work experience (years): 3+ years in ERP based Supply Chain
• Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): 3 years in a similar role
• Industry: Manufacturing, Consumer goods

Key competencies and skills:

• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Planning & organizing skills
• Team leadership skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Effective communication skills
• Business Acumen
• Customer Focus

Language requirements:

• Kiswahili
• English

Computer literacy:

• End user of ERP System is Must – SAP ERP System preferably
• Well-conversant with MS - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook

Personality profile:

• Positive
• Collaborative
• Fast-paced and prompt
• Drive for results
• Energetic and Enthusiastic
• Taking ownership and committed

Additional/specific work requirements:

• High level of integrity.
• Able to build bridges between various operational departments
• Knowledge of Lean Tools – Six Sigma, KAIZEN, 8 Waste (Muda), 5S etc.
• Adaptability and flexibility in an environment of change
• Driving solutions rather than just raising problems
• Innovation – looking at new ways of doing things
• Drive for results – Demonstrating extraordinary levels of energy & efforts
• Customer Focus – Actively looking for ways to increase value and satisfaction for the customer
• Taking ownership – Display commitments and walk the extra mile to achieve the target.

Success as Role:

• Improved Productivity
• Reduce stock-outs and backorders.
• Inventory Visibility & Availability
• Inventory Accuracy and minimized variances
• Implement 6K and adherence to Safety – Foster Zero harm in function.
• Orders are fulfilled accurately, error-free and speedily.
• Better Inventory Management and control – Optimized Days in Hand Inventory
• Real-time and error-free receipt & accounting of material
• Improved operational performance & measurement