About Oakmont Group
Oakmont Group is a mining and minerals trading company with operations in Taita Taveta, Kwale, and Siaya counties. The company holds mining licences for graphite, titanium, and gold and operates processing plants that produce mineral concentrates for export. Founded in 2008, Oakmont employs 350 staff and has invested over KES 2 billion in mining equipment and infrastructure. The company works with the county governments and local communities through corporate social responsibility programmes in education, water, and health. Oakmont Group is licensed by the Ministry of Mining and complies with the Mining Act 2016.
What you will do:
You will manage the daily operations of the retail store, including staff supervision, stock management, visual merchandising, and customer service. Daily tasks include opening and closing the store, managing cash registers, monitoring sales performance, and ensuring that the store is clean and well-organised. The role involves recruiting and training shop assistants, creating staff schedules, and conducting performance appraisals. You will also manage inventory, coordinate with the warehouse on stock replenishment, and implement loss prevention measures. The position requires strong leadership skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to analyse sales data to identify trends and opportunities. Experience with point-of-sale systems and knowledge of retail KPIs such as sales per square metre and stock turnover are important.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a similar position
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Proficiency in relevant industry software and tools
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, send your updated CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the role. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the application deadline. Oakmont Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
