Head of Operations at Summit Recruitment and Search

Summit Recruitment & Search was established in 2009 to address the recruitment, mass recruitment, executive search, outsourcing and training needs of companies based in Kenya or wanting to enter the Kenyan, East African, South African and African market. We have a leading proven track record in our field in South Africa, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rw...

 

Head of Operations

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience8 - 12 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldProcurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and execution of the country’s logistics and distribution strategy.
  • Set up operational infrastructure including warehouses, transport networks, and delivery hubs.
  • Oversee implementation of operational policies, systems, and SOPs in line with best practices.
  • Manage inbound and outbound logistics, last-mile delivery, inventory control, and fleet operations.
  • Build, manage, and develop high-performing operations and logistics teams.
  • Ensure adherence to health and safety standards, transport and customs regulations, and local Labor laws.
  • Develop and manage operational budgets and cost-saving initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business Management. A Master’s degree is a plus.
  • 8 – 12 years of progressive experience in logistics/transport/supply chain, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Strong understanding of the logistics landscape in Kenya and East Africa (e.g. road infrastructure, customs, transport costs).
  • Experience setting up or scaling logistics operations from the ground up is highly desirable.
  • Strategic thinker with strong execution capability.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills.
  • Excellent planning, coordination, and problem-solving ability.
  • High attention to detail with a performance and process improvement mindset.
  • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.

Deadline for applications: 27/07/2025

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Summit Recruitment and Search on www.summitrecruitment-search.com to apply

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