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Demand and Planning Lead at M-KOPA Solar

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M-KOPA’s mission is to make high quality energy affordable to everyone. OUR GROWTH SO FAR… M-KOPA has connected more than 400,000 homes in Kenya,Tanzania and Uganda to solar power with over 550 new homes being added every day.

Overview

You will be responsible for analyzing market trends, forecasting demand, and coordinating with various departments to optimize inventory levels and ensure timely availability of products/services. You will develop and implement strategic plans to meet supply demand while minimizing costs and maximizing operational efficiency. The demand and planning lead will also establish effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns and subsequently implement solutions to improve demand forecasting accuracy.

You will report to the Demand and Planning Manager. This is a hybrid role.

Key Job Functions

  • Develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns.
  • Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.
  • Develop multiple metrics to validate forecasting accuracy, as per industry standards, and communicate corrective action(s) to ensure timely resolution.
  • Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management
  • Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies.
  • Support management with risk assessments and mitigation activities
  • Conduct monthly forecast maintenance
  • Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner
  • Assist in developing annual budgets and streamlining costs
  • Schedule regular forecast review meetings with management
  • Maintain demand planning processes to improve forecast accuracy.
  • Update forecasts for new products, seasonal products, discounts, and promotions
  • Develop an accurate SKU-level forecast by month through exception-based planning and submission.
  • Identify and analyze sales trends and other demand-influencing variables and incorporate analysis in forecasting, inventory planning, and safety stock processes.

Experience/ Skills & Competencies/ Licences & Certifications/ Education Required

  • A recognized Degree in Statistics/ Economics/ Mathematics/ /Supply Chain Management/Mathematics or equivalent
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in a demand planning/forecasting role
  • A solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures.
  • Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge.
  • The capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of integrated supply chain systems
  • Must possess business acumen related to vision and purpose, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and creative/innovative mindset.
  • Must be customer and market-driven.
  • Strong Analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel.

Closing Date: 31 May. 2024

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Sales Executive by Hyatt Place

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Job Description

We feature an array of services business travelers and families need on a moment’s notice. Enjoy the Bakery Cafe, with a coffee and wine bar. A guest kitchen with fresh snacks and entrees. And daily complimentary breakfast. All accessible any time of day, because you never know when hunger will strike. We also have meeting rooms just the right size for small corporate events. Our hotels range in size from 125 to 200 rooms and are located in urban, suburban or airport locations. You’ll find comfort and consistency in any location you choose. Because what you see in Santa Fe should be what you get in West Palm Beach.

Summary

Care Connects Us!

It all starts with people who care. At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging – of making people feel at home no matter where they are in the world. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences and jobs into careers.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone’s role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.

People like you. People like us.

At Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands & Hyatt House Nairobi Westlands, we are looking for Sales Executive whose primary responsibility will be to drive sales and revenue growth by proactively identifying and pursuing business opportunities, cultivating relationships with clients, and promoting the hotel’s services and facilities to prospective guests and corporate clients. With strong communication skills, a strategic mindset, and a customer-centric approach, he/she will play a key role in achieving sales targets, maximizing occupancy rates, and enhancing the hotel’s or reputation as a destination of choice for leisure and business travelers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and prospect new business opportunities, including corporate accounts, group bookings, and event inquiries, through cold calling, networking, and research to expand the hotel’s client base and revenue streams.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, corporate accounts, travel agencies, event planners, and industry partners, serving as the main point of contact and addressing client needs and inquiries effectively.
  • Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations, proposals, and pitches to prospective clients, highlighting the hotel’s unique selling points, facilities, and services to secure new business and drive revenue growth.
  • Negotiate contracts, rates, and terms with clients, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements that meet both the client’s needs and the hotel’s revenue objectives, and finalize bookings in accordance with hotel policies and procedures.
  • Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, competitive positioning, and opportunities for growth in target market segments, and provide insights and recommendations to inform sales and marketing strategies.
  • Collaborate with the events team and clients to plan, coordinate, and execute events, meetings, and conferences held at the hotel, ensuring seamless execution, exceptional service, and guest satisfaction.
  • Forecast and track sales performance, revenue projections, and booking trends, providing regular reports and updates to senior management to inform decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Assist in the development of sales collateral, promotional materials, and marketing campaigns to support sales efforts and enhance the hotel’s visibility and brand awareness in the market.
  • Provide excellent customer service and support to clients throughout the sales process, from initial inquiry to post-event follow-up, ensuring a positive experience and building long-term relationships with clients.
  • Collaborate with other hotel departments, including revenue management, operations, and marketing, to align sales efforts with overall hotel objectives, share information, and coordinate activities to maximize revenue opportunities.
  • Other reasonable duties as assigned by Management from time to time.

Qualifications

  • Diploma or a bachelor’s degree in hospitality, marketing or a related field or its equivalent.
  • A minimum of 3 years relevant experience working in a similar role in a reputable, busy hotel.
  • Should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to negotiate and close deals.
  • Knowledge of the hospitality industry and its trends is beneficial, as is proficiency in the use of technology and software applications.
  • Should also be driven, goal-oriented and able to work well under pressure.

HOW TO APPLY

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Closing Date : 30 September. 2024

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Partnerships & Fundraising Trainee at Power Learn Project

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Power learn Project is a Pan-African Non-governmental Organisation that is here to see through a transformative Africa by equipping the youth with technology skills.

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To help take your career to new heights

HOW TO APPLY

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Closing Date : 30 September. 2024

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