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Kenya

Roles & Responsibility - Oversee the Retail arm of the business through engaging the Regional Managers periodically- Mentor and coach Regional Managers in efficient, effective management of their respective regions ensuring achievement of set goals and compliance. - National and regional localized marketing activities ensuring cutting edge strategy.- Knowledge of the market place; competitors/trends and the execution of the strategy thereof in local markets… Show more Roles & Responsibility - Oversee the Retail arm of the business through engaging the Regional Managers periodically- Mentor and coach Regional Managers in efficient, effective management of their respective regions ensuring achievement of set goals and compliance. - National and regional localized marketing activities ensuring cutting edge strategy.- Knowledge of the market place; competitors/trends and the execution of the strategy thereof in local markets. - Translate the strategic goals into retail operational plans to achieve the required targeted growth in sales units.- Monthly Retail Targets, periodic evaluation targeting towards achieving the same by regular interaction with the team.- Compliance to all policies and procedures relating to to the POS systems and business process including H&S as defined, influencing any changes necessary to meet compliance and efficiencies within statutory requirements.- Lead role in building a strong sales management culture with the operations team; Coaching Regional Managers & Branch Managers, skills development.- Incharge of Retail P&L. Monitoring and ensuring correct product mix for increased profitability, increasing efficiency, and managing operational costs. Show less

Mombasa Road, Nairobi

"Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything" George Bernard Shaw.A leap from the norm. An opportunity to transform stagnancy into growth, HUGE growth. Did I mention challenges are my drug? Product development, market research and development, evaluation and revamp of the operations and to sum it up in very few words, nurture and transform the company to the most preferred supplier of household appliances in East Africa… Show more "Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything" George Bernard Shaw.A leap from the norm. An opportunity to transform stagnancy into growth, HUGE growth. Did I mention challenges are my drug? Product development, market research and development, evaluation and revamp of the operations and to sum it up in very few words, nurture and transform the company to the most preferred supplier of household appliances in East Africa. Ideal Appliances Ltd (sole suppliers of MIKA HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES in Kenya), part of the Dawda Group of Companies, a group thriving in the manufacturing of quality consumer products, reliable and efficient long haulage services and lately, high end housing projects at very affordable rates, lives by its motto; INSPIRED LIVING. My role is to ensure our customers expectations are surpassed through delivery of quality products at the most competitive rates. Remember, Customer is King! Show less

- A position earned based on the efforts and capabilities of working around people, managing and guiding them. - Currently in charge of 10 branches with a total of 160 employees. - My role includes training managers, recruitment, ISO implementation, ensuring highest customer service standards and internal audits within my region. - In addition to the above, also in-charge of the company's security and fleet.

- Moved from Mombasa to Rwanda ( 6 months ) and later to Nairobi from the position of Coast Area Manager to AutoXpress Project Manager. - In-charge of all new projects, ensuring upcoming branches are completed within the set timelines with the highest levels of finishing and also in-charge of the final fit-out of the new branches. - Successfully launched Rwanda office and completed the Ultra modern tyre centre on Mombasa Rd, a new warehouse facility, branch on Changamwe Rd… Show more - Moved from Mombasa to Rwanda ( 6 months ) and later to Nairobi from the position of Coast Area Manager to AutoXpress Project Manager. - In-charge of all new projects, ensuring upcoming branches are completed within the set timelines with the highest levels of finishing and also in-charge of the final fit-out of the new branches. - Successfully launched Rwanda office and completed the Ultra modern tyre centre on Mombasa Rd, a new warehouse facility, branch on Changamwe Rd, relocated and commissioned a new branch in Kisumu. Show less

Kigali Rwanda

The company's first venture out of Kenya, in Kigali, Rwanda.- I was given the responsibility of setting up the facility as per the standards of the company.- This included the final fit out of the premises, training both management and workshop staff in their duties of ensuring efficient service to the prospective clientele in the new region.- Assisted in starting off the branch and running it hand in hand with the staff for a couple of months before officially launching… Show more The company's first venture out of Kenya, in Kigali, Rwanda.- I was given the responsibility of setting up the facility as per the standards of the company.- This included the final fit out of the premises, training both management and workshop staff in their duties of ensuring efficient service to the prospective clientele in the new region.- Assisted in starting off the branch and running it hand in hand with the staff for a couple of months before officially launching it in April 2008. Show less

Mombasa

( The company was called Nyanza Petroleum Dealers Ltd at that time ) - Coordinated the construction of a dedicated truck and bus facility in the transport hub of Jomvu, Mombasa and promoted as the Area Manager - Coast Region. - Incharge of the 2 branches in the region overseeing management of both and ensuring sales and collection goals are met.

Mombasa

- Moved from Kisumu to Mombasa and completed the renovation of the premises and successfully launched the company's first branch in the Coast region. - Incharge of developing the business in the region, staff training, sales and collection and overall branch management.Reporting to the directors.

Kisumu

Joined Nyanza Petroleum Dealers Ltd ( now AutoXpress Ltd ) as a manager.- Managing the office under close supervision of the MD, incharge of dealer and retail sales, regular stock takes, daily sales and collection reports and managing the staff.