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Operations Assistant
Talent Grid Africa
Nairobi, Kenya
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 4 weeks from now
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional.
- This position sits at the center of operations, supporting six critical departments Coconut Sourcing, Logistics, Research & Development (R&D), Quality Control, Production, and Certifications ensuring alignment, efficiency, and measurable performance improvement across the organization.
- Working directly under the guidance of the COO, the successful candidate will take ownership of cross-functional projects, monitor performance initiatives, evaluate workforce deployment, and identify operational gaps that impact productivity, cost, and quality.
Key areas of impact include:
- Improving factory productivity and workforce optimization
- Researching and proposing equipment enhancements
- Conducting field visits to identify sourcing and logistics challenges
- Supporting performance tracking of major operational initiatives
- Reviewing internal documentation and customer-facing materials
- Ensuring technology tools are fully utilized for operational effectiveness
We are looking for candidates who:
- Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience with demonstrated project ownership
- Possess advanced Excel proficiency and strong data analysis skills
- Are highly organized and deadline-driven
- Communicate findings and recommendations clearly and professionally
- Can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution