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 recognized institution. Leadership course lasting not less than four weeks from a recognized institution


Relevant professional qualifications


Over 15 years of work experience, five (5) years of which must be in Senior Management in a large commercial entity, preferably in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, is an added advantage.
Membership in a recognized professional body and in good standing.
A visionary leader with a track record of delivering results.
Proven expertise in strategic leadership and corporate governance.
Exceptional organizational, 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 Chief Executive officer(CEO) and 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. more

REF: NKCC/HR.496/PM/17/03/2023
Duties and Responsibilities

Sourcing of company goods, works and services as per the procurement law.
Developing and coordinating the preparation of annual procurement and disposal plans and their implementation.
Coordinating procurement and disposal activities.
Liaising with the user department to ensure effective implementation of contracts for goods, works... and services.
Providing secretariat services to all procurement committees.
Providing professional advice on the procurement of goods, works and services and the disposal of assets.
Preparing statutory reports to the PPRA.
Preparing tenders and sending them out to suppliers.
Prepare the purchase order for vendors.
Responding to calls and correspondence on inquiries from both internal and external clients.
Maintaining the safe custody of tender documents.
Liaising with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Implementing the annual procurement and disposal plans.
Providing secretariat to all procurement committees.
Carrying out market surveys to ensure the company obtains value for money.
Ensure optimal stock levels before purchasing and collaborate with other departments to balance inventory and reduce transportation and storage costs.

Qualifications and Personal Specifications

Have ten (10) years of relevant work experience in a public and private institution, four (4) of which should have been in a management position.
Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, Purchasing and Supplies or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Professional Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) or Certified Procurement and Supplies Profession of Kenya (CPSP-K)
A member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or any other professional body recognized by law.
Must be a supply chain practitioner licenced by Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM).
Proficiency in computer applications.
Have a management course of not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the 2010 Constitution. more

REF: NKCC/HR.496/HoER/17/03/2023
Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinating, formulating and implementing HR strategies, policies, rules, regulations, and systems for the company.
Overseeing human resource planning and development.
Overseeing the identification, design and implementation of training programs based on identified needs.
Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of training... and development programs and secretary to the training committee.
Guiding the development and updating of the human resource database.
Overseeing staff induction and on-boarding programs.
Coordinating, reviewing and implementing the Human Resource career guidelines.
Supervising the effective administration of the payroll system.
Reconciliation of staff complement and establishment.
Ensuring preparation and compiling staff deductions done outside the payroll.
Managing employee relations programs, staff welfare and ensuring staff discipline is maintained.
Supervising the update of the human resource database and drawing up a plan for the annual performance target setting for review by management.
Managing human resource internal communication and HR information management systems.
Ensuring compliance with statutory obligations related to health and safety, HIV/AIDS, Alcohol and Drug Substance Abuse, Gender and Disability Mainstreaming and other requirements in the work environment.
Preparing and submitting all statutory deductions and processing pension claims.
Managing staff separation, supervising, training and developing staff.
Any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Qualifications and Personal Specifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Social Science, or a Business-Related field or its equivalent.
Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or any other relevant qualifications.
Diploma in Human Resource Management.
Membership of the Institute of Human Resource Management.
A minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant work experience and at least five (5) years in a management role in a position in the public or private sector.
Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Good communication skills.
Demonstrated results in work performance.
Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the 2010 Constitution more

REF: NKCC/HR.496/HoNS/17/03/2023
Primary Responsibilities

Planning, developing and executing the annual sales strategy, including identifying markets and potential customers.
Manage the entire sales staff nationally and coordinate the sales function for the organization.
Prepare the national sales annual budget for management approval.
Set and facilitate the achievement of periodic sales... and performance targets based on the annual budget.
In consultation with the head of logistics, develop the optimal distribution structure for the sales function.
Liaise with other departments to ensure the availability of resources to achieve sales targets.
Develop route-to-market strategies for general trade, key accounts and institutions.
Monitoring and managing credit sales especially, key accounts.
Plan and coordinate sales events and promotional activities as well as networking with industry members to ensure customer satisfaction.
Monitoring competitor activities as well as the performance of the company’s products in the market.
Managing relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction through regular contact and prompt resolution of issues.
Manage distribution channels for product penetration nationally.
Any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Qualifications and Person Specifications

A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience and at least (5) years in a management role in a relevant position.
Master of Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Bachelor’s degree in Sales and Marketing or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Certificate in leadership course or its equivalent lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Demonstrated results in work performance.
Good communication skills.
Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the 2010 Constitution. more