Commercial Manager
(Gross salary; 300k-400k)
Our client , a company operating globally and is involved in sourcing trading, processing and distributing grains and oil seeds is looking for a Commercial Manager.
Purpose of the jobOur client , a company operating globally and is involved in sourcing trading, processing and distributing grains and oil seeds is looking for a Commercial Manager.
This position will be accountable to develop and implement a strategy to establish a viable grain and oilseeds origination and distribution business in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Ethiopia.
The Commercial Manager will be based in the existing business in
Mombasa but will need to travel across this geography.
Principle Accountabilities
Principle Accountabilities
- Build a
sustainable grain and oilseeds business in those geographies.
- Map the
opportunities in West Africa
- Understanding
the grain trade flows and players (local, imports, exports)
- Build
relationship with key players
Education
- University
degree
- An agronomy
graduate an advantage
Experience
- Minimum 5-10
years experience in the grain business, in either; farming,
commercialization, distribution or processing.
- Experience in
leading a commercial business with PNL accountability
Skills
- Strong knowledge
of East African grain production, trade and consumption
- Strong business
acumen and analytical skills
- Strong customer
relationship skills
- Strong command
of English
- Strong
networking skills
- Self starter
If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary
qualification and experience, please send your CV only indicating why you
are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title(
Commercial Manager) on the email subject to
vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke.
Please indicate current or last salary.
Please indicate current or last salary.
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