About One Acre Fund
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips more than 4 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa’s farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase her income and assets on supported land by more than 40 percent, while permanently improving her climate resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 8,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions.
About the Role
You will ensure that One Acre Fund’s bustling warehouse operations are managed effectivity managed to support seamless inventory flow and deliveries while minimizing losses. In addition to maintaining compliance with the organizational Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Policies. You will report to the Warehouse Hub Specialist and manage a diverse team of 3 across different job levels.
Responsibilities
Essential Function #1: Inventory Management
- Maintain accurate and stock control in adherence to Tupande inventory management policies.
- Oversee stock quality measures to minimize inventory losses.
- Always perform inventory counts and analyze the main causes of variances to enhance accuracy.
Essential Function #2: Managing Outbound Inventory with Transactional Integrity
- Provide strategic oversight for order processing and distribution, ensuring understanding of standard operating procedures.
- Guarantee prompt and accurate deliveries, maintaining rigorous reporting standards.
Essential Function #3: Guaranteeing Operational Proficiency in the Warehouse
- Uphold standards of health, safety, hygiene, and security within the warehouse.
- Manage warehouse space to enhance operational efficiency, prevent input mix-ups, and ensure good storage of items.
- Lead process improvement initiatives, applying 5-S methodologies to enhance operational workflows.
Essential Function #4: Workforce Management and Operational Efficiency
- Oversee the efficient use and maintenance of warehouse resources.
- Foster a collaborative environment and motivate staff to achieve productivity targets.
- Manage petty cash and process payments for casual labor, ensuring all transactions are conducted.
Career Growth and Development
We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
Technical Skills:
- Advanced Excel capabilities
- Proficiency with inventory management systems
- Strong project management skills
- Expertise in process improvements and operational excellence
Knowledge:
- Extensive experience in supply chain and logistics operations, including warehousing and fleet planning
- Proven ability to lead diverse teams and manage group dynamics
- Able to identify and solve operational challenges
- Strong risk mitigation capabilities
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Operations, Business, or equivalent experience
Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible
Job Location
Kenya
Benefits
Health insurance, paid time off
Eligibility
This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya
Application Deadline
27 April 2025.
One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization’s mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
More Information
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