Senior Application Manager

1 week ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya ADM Full time
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living

Your Responsibilities

The senior application manager is responsible for leading the team of our local beverage and food application lab in Nairobi (Kenya), as well as coordinating customer projects and acting as the technical key contact for our customers in the area.

Within the role you will be responsible for managing a successful team, developing and training individuals, fostering relationships with sales, customers and team members.

You

Fully understand ADM Nutrition's product and service portfolio
Create, further develop and maintain a local/regional product portfolio
Support the African business development plan from the technical site.
Follow and understand the business strategy of regional and local key accounts.

You coordinate and manage the customer product development projects, supporting the development process from the generation of concepts, to creation of laboratory samples, through to industrial manufacturing.

Supporting and leading product and trial fillings at the customer site. Focus on beverage and sweet food applications
Provide guidance and technical support on final product formulation and manufacturing to our commercial team for our African customers
Set goals and priorities for the team and balance resources to achieve goals
Build-up, lead, coach, and train a team of technicians.

You are a mentor not only for your team but also for your customers, you provide guidance on processes, equipment, and technical questions.

Collaborate and communicate between departments across EMEA, including our development headquarters and technical service team, other application labs and the commercial team.

You have

BS Degree or MS Degree in Food Science and Technology, Chemistry or Pharmacist
A minimum of 7-10 years' experience in food and beverage industry
A strong background and experience in product development and application of beverage and food
Food and beverage manufacturing experience and are (ideally)well networked in the industry
Excellent project management skills
The ability to think about, assess and shape the future of individuals, teams and the organization; you understand how an organization needs to change in the face of internal and external trends and influences; you develop with others a shared long-term vision for the organization; you advocate for action to achieve long-term goals and influence others to make the vision a reality
Excellent written and spoken English. Another language is an advantage
Strong communication skills
Solid PC skills and affinity with IT tools (SAP and Salesforce)
Strong knowledge in African regulatory environment
Travel willingness and no problem to spend about 30% of your time outside Nairobi
Enthusiasm to develop innovative solutions and trends in the beverage and food market
Joy to collaborate within and between teams

  • Manager – Enterprise Applications at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) Full time

    With over one hundred and thirty branches in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Burundi, some of which are 24/7 digital branches, DTB is committed to enabling people to advance with confidence and success. The Bank's heritage and values are articulated in its brand promise, Achieve More, and brought to life through an engaged diverse workforce.Job Purpose :This...

  • Manager – Enterprise Applications at

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) Full time

    With over one hundred and thirty branches in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Burundi, some of which are 24/7 digital branches, DTB is committed to enabling people to advance with confidence and success. The Bank's heritage and values are articulated in its brand promise, Achieve More, and brought to life through an engaged diverse workforce.Job Purpose :This...

  • Manager – Enterprise Applications

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Diamond Trust Bank Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYDTB Agent Banking is designed to support financial inclusion through agents at very affordable rates. Through DTB agents, customers can make cash deposits and cash withdrawals. DTB agents currently also offer school fees payment, URA payments, generate customer mini-statements and provide account balances.JOB SUMMARYThis role reports...

  • Senior Officer, Business Applications

    3 days ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Gulf African Bank Full time

    The genesis of Gulf African Bank (GAB) can be traced back to 2005, when a group of motivated Kenyans envisioned establishing an Islamic bank as an alternative to conventional banking in the country. By conducting business on the principles of Shari'ah, the bank would provide an ethical and fair mode of banking for all.Job Purpose: The position holder will be...

  • Manager, Business Applications

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Gulf African Bank Full time

    The genesis of Gulf African Bank (GAB) can be traced back to 2005, when a group of motivated Kenyans envisioned establishing an Islamic bank as an alternative to conventional banking in the country. By conducting business on the principles of Shari'ah, the bank would provide an ethical and fair mode of banking for all.Job Purpose:To define and assess...

  • Manager, Business Applications

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Gulf African Bank Full time

    The genesis of Gulf African Bank (GAB) can be traced back to 2005, when a group of motivated Kenyans envisioned establishing an Islamic bank as an alternative to conventional banking in the country. By conducting business on the principles of Shari'ah, the bank would provide an ethical and fair mode of banking for all.Job Purpose:To define and assess...

  • Application Security Specialist

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya KCB Group Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYKCB Bank Group is East and Central Africa's oldest and largest commercial banking and has through its history set new records becoming the No.1 Bank in the region.JOB SUMMARYParticulars Detail Specific Field or QualificationEducationBachelor's Degree BSc. Information Technology /Computer Science / Telecommunications / Engineering...

  • Application Security Specialist at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya KCB Bank Kenya Full time

    Kenya Commercial Bank Limited is registered as a non-operating holding company which started operations as a licensed banking institution with effect from January 1, 2016. The holding company oversees KCB Kenya - incorporated with effect from January 1, and all KCB's regional units in Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia and South...

  • Application Security Engineer at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya M-KOPA Solar Full time

    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.SummaryWe are looking for a senior level Application Security Engineer to join our Security team. This team is at the forefront of...

  • Manager, Business Applications at

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Gulf African Bank Full time

    The genesis of Gulf African Bank (GAB) can be traced back to 2005, when a group of motivated Kenyans envisioned establishing an Islamic bank as an alternative to conventional banking in the country. By conducting business on the principles of Shari'ah, the bank would provide an ethical and fair mode of banking for all.Job Purpose:Design, Improve, Test,...

  • Manager, Business Applications at

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Gulf African Bank Full time

    The genesis of Gulf African Bank (GAB) can be traced back to 2005, when a group of motivated Kenyans envisioned establishing an Islamic bank as an alternative to conventional banking in the country. By conducting business on the principles of Shari'ah, the bank would provide an ethical and fair mode of banking for all.Job Purpose:Design, Improve, Test,...

  • Senior Manager, Capital Management

    4 days ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya KCB Group Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYKCB Bank Group is East and Central Africa's oldest and largest commercial banking and has through its history set new records becoming the No.1 Bank in the region.JOB SUMMARYThe PersonFor the above position, the successful applicant should have the following:A University Degree in Actuarial Science, Accounting, Business Administration,...

  • Application Support Manager, Payments

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya KCB Bank Kenya Full time

    Kenya Commercial Bank Limited is registered as a non-operating holding company which started operations as a licensed banking institution with effect from January 1, 2016. The holding company oversees KCB Kenya - incorporated with effect from January 1, and all KCB's regional units in Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia and South Sudan.KEY...

  • Senior Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Equity Bank Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYEquity Bank Kenya Limited, is a financial services provider headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. It is licensed as a commercial bank, by the Central Bank of Kenya, the central bank and national banking regulator.JOB SUMMARYQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field from a recognized...

  • Senior Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Equity Bank Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYEquity Bank Kenya Limited, is a financial services provider headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. It is licensed as a commercial bank, by the Central Bank of Kenya, the central bank and national banking regulator.JOB SUMMARYQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field from a recognized...

  • Senior Manager, Capital Management

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya KCB Bank Kenya Full time

    Kenya Commercial Bank Limited is registered as a non-operating holding company which started operations as a licensed banking institution with effect from January 1, 2016. The holding company oversees KCB Kenya - incorporated with effect from January 1, and all KCB's regional units in Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia and South SudanKEY...

  • Senior Manager, Capital Management

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya KCB Bank Kenya Full time

    Kenya Commercial Bank Limited is registered as a non-operating holding company which started operations as a licensed banking institution with effect from January 1, 2016. The holding company oversees KCB Kenya - incorporated with effect from January 1, and all KCB's regional units in Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia and South SudanKEY...

  • Applications Developer

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Tezza Business Solutions Full time

    Job PurposeThe Applications Developer position aims to support the organization in achieving its objectives by leveraging modern IT practices and technologies while adhering to established policies. The role involves providing expertise in core banking applications, including operations, credit, payments, and more, to ensure system availability, security,...

  • Applications Developer

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Tezza Business Solutions Full time

    Job PurposeThe Applications Developer position aims to support the organization in achieving its objectives by leveraging modern IT practices and technologies while adhering to established policies. The role involves providing expertise in core banking applications, including operations, credit, payments, and more, to ensure system availability, security,...

  • Senior Manager – Payment Systems

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya KCB Bank Full time

    Job DescriptionThe primary purpose of the Senior Manager – Payment Systems is to manage and coordinate the analysis, evaluation, development, testing and implementation of bank software applications and to make recommendations on software applications that support payment systems. The role also covers the efficient functioning and day-to-day running of the...