About Riverside Enterprises
Riverside Enterprises is a waste management and environmental services company that provides garbage collection, recycling, and waste-to-energy solutions in Nairobi and its environs. Founded in 2010, the company collects waste from over 50,000 households and 2,000 commercial premises daily. Riverside operates a material recovery facility that processes 200 tonnes of waste per day, diverting approximately forty percent from landfill through recycling and composting. The company employs 600 staff and runs a fleet of sixty collection trucks. Riverside is licensed by NEMA and is a member of the Kenya Waste Management Network.
What you will do:
You will coordinate the movement of goods from suppliers to warehouses and from warehouses to customers, ensuring that deliveries are made on time and in full. Daily tasks include scheduling shipments, tracking consignments, resolving delivery issues, and communicating with transporters, warehouse staff, and customers. The role involves maintaining accurate records of all inventory movements, conducting regular stock counts, and investigating and resolving discrepancies. You will also prepare shipping documentation, including waybills, delivery notes, and customs declarations where applicable. The position requires strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure, particularly during peak periods when order volumes are high. Experience with ERP systems and freight management platforms is an advantage.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; a Master's degree is an added advantage
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
- Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities
- Strategic thinking with the ability to translate organisational goals into actionable plans
- Professional certification in the relevant field (e.g. CPA, PMP, CIPS, or equivalent)
- Experience managing budgets and reporting to senior leadership
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
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. Riverside Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
