Managing Director at New Kenya Co-operative Creameries Limited

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Managing Director is responsible for leading the strategic direction, operational excellence, and control of New KCC's entire supply chain to deliver high-quality milk and milk products in local and international markets while maximising stakeholder value through efficient resource utilisation.

Person Specifications

Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications:

•  Master's Degree in Business Administration, Agribusiness, Economics, Production Processing, Law, or related fields from a recognised university.
•  Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution.
•  Relevant professional qualifications.
•  Over 15 years of work experience in a large commercial entity, preferably in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, is an added advantage.
•  A minimum of ten (10) years of experience at a senior management level.
•  Strategic leadership course or its equivalent lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
•  Membership in a recognised professional body.
•  A visionary leader with a track record of delivering results.
•  Proven expertise in strategic leadership and corporate governance.
•  Exceptional organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
•  Must have the ability to inspire innovation and creativity among the workforce.
•  Skilled at managing external corporate relationships and media interactions.
•  Knowledge and ability to foster positive relationships with stakeholders across the value chain.
•  Actively engages in relevant trade association networks and stays abreast of changing business environments.
•  Firm, fair and transparent management style.
•  Strong computer skills with proficiency in standard office applications and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

Duties and Responsibilities
 The Managing Director shall be the accounting officer of the company.

•  Responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of the company and in control of staff and all other activities in line with the company’s goals.
•  Provide strategic leadership, conveying the vision, mission, and direction of the company.
•  Develop and implement long-term strategies, business plans and annual budgets.
•  Develop and implement board policies and decisions.
•  Advise the Board on matters related to the overall organizational strategy.
•  Coordinate and prepare business proposals and reports for the board's consideration.
•  Participate in the development and implementation of the company's performance contract and ensure cascading of the same to the lowest level of the organisation.
•  Direct the execution of the risk management policy and framework that ensures the company has adequate systems and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls, and business continuity.
•  Manage and control the organisation's financial and non-financial resources efficiently and cost-effectively, collaborating with the board, relevant ministries, and stakeholders.
•  Ensure effective communication between the management, the board, farmers, and other stakeholders.
•  Ensure continuous improvements in the quality and value of the company's products.
•  Foster a positive corporate culture and a conducive ethical work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates employees.
•  Act as the company's principal spokesperson and create a positive corporate image.
•  Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory frameworks.
•  Champion innovation in product development and delivery.
•  Responsible for the marketing of company products with a focus on the international market.
•  Oversee the acquisition, maintenance, and efficient utilisation of the company’s physical assets.
•  Lead the development of the company's programmes, ensuring quality through standards, controls, procedures, regular evaluation, and performance management systems.
•  Oversee the development and deployment of robust ICT infrastructure for efficiency, customer service, and security.
•  Responsible for the company's growth strategy, focusing on increasing profitability, farmer reach, and milk uptake.
•  Lead the company's expansion into new areas and modernization of equipment and processing plants.
•  Carry out any other responsibilities necessary for achieving the organisation's objectives.