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Stores Executive (m/w/d)

Become a Stores Executive with Sun King in Balaka, Malawi. Manage stock, ensure customer satisfaction, and oversee store operations. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment and tailored learning pathways.
Sun King
Sun King
Balaka, Malawi   On-site   Full Time  UTC+02:00   1001-5000   25 days ago

Sun King

Company Overview

Sun King

Nairobi, Kenya

2007

Business Model

Renewable Energy

Sun King specializes in providing affordable solar energy solutions to off-grid households in Africa. Their product range includes solar home systems, solar lanterns, and solar-powered appliances.

Their revenue primarily comes from the sale of solar products and financing options that allow customers to pay in installments. They also generate income through partnerships with various organizations focused on renewable energy access.

Locations & Geography

Sun King operates in multiple countries across Africa, including Kenya, Nigeria, Uganda, and Tanzania. Their headquarters in Nairobi serves as a central hub for their operations across the continent.

Company Culture

Their mission is to provide affordable and reliable solar energy solutions to improve the quality of life for off-grid communities. They value sustainability, innovation, and customer satisfaction in all their operations.

Sun King fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and contribute to the company's mission. They emphasize teamwork and support professional growth.

They offer various training programs and workshops aimed at enhancing employees' skills and knowledge in renewable energy and customer service. Continuous learning is a key aspect of their employee development strategy.

Activities & Projects

Sun King is currently involved in expanding its solar home systems to reach more off-grid households in rural areas. They are also working on innovative financing models to make solar energy more accessible.

They have developed a range of solar products that are designed to be user-friendly and efficient, including solar-powered appliances that enhance the daily lives of users. Their commitment to innovation drives their product development.

Sun King is dedicated to sustainability by promoting renewable energy solutions that reduce reliance on fossil fuels. They also engage in community initiatives that support environmental conservation and education.

Career Opportunities

Typical job openings at Sun King include roles in sales, engineering, customer service, and operations management. They seek individuals who are passionate about renewable energy and making a positive impact.

Employees at Sun King enjoy competitive salaries, health benefits, and opportunities for professional development. They also offer a supportive work environment that values work-life balance.

Contact Information

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sunking.com

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Job Description

The EasyBuy Direct Sales team is the market facing arm of Sun King’s pay-as-you-go (PAYG) direct to consumer sales business. The Easy Buy Direct Sales team is in charge of recruiting, managing, and overseeing the company’s network of thousands of commission sales agents, called “Energy Officers” that promote and sell Sun King’s PAYG solar solutions and provide customer ongoing service in their local territories.

Through the EasyBuy PAYG solar business model, customers can purchase a Sun King solar home solution by making a small down-payment up front and paying the remaining balance through a series of installments over a period of time.

About the Role

The Sun King Store Executive will ensure that the overall performance targets of the Sun King Stores in the area are met, both in terms of quality and quantity.

What you would be expected to do

Stock Management

  • Receive, store and issue stocks in the shops via the POS system, Angaza and any other system as advised. Single point of contact for all inventory allocated to the area headquarters
  • Customer Service: Answer and offer appropriate guidance to all customers (existing, walk-in and prospective customers), ensuring they receive best in class assistance

Reporting

  • Prepare and submit regular and ad hoc reports on
    • Stock holding - weekly
    • Store management – System failures, Alarm performance, repairs, security issues etc
    • Customer service – Customer complaints, warranty claims, 1st Screening reports etc.
    • Products availability in the field

Asset Management

  • Safeguard company assets to avoid losses and damage and ensure risk aversion in running the shop facilities.

Store Management

  • Ensure the shop is presentable always – valid trading licenses, shop cleanliness, floor arrangement, product handling, OSHA audit certificates etc.

Regulatory Compliance

  • Track and update the headquarters on any changes in regulation that affect the store operations

Sales Operations Assistance

  • Provide maximum assistance to the sales team in stock management, sales generation, and maintaining best-in-class relationships with energy officers and team managers in the AHQ.

Budgeting and Cost Tracking

  • Ensure all shop expenses are tracked and reported as directed.
  • Any other tasks that may be assigned to you from time to time.

You might be a strong candidate if you

  • Possess a Degree/ Diploma or equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • Have at least two years of experience in a similar role – preferably in a customer-facing and stock management role.
  • Can clearly and straight to the point communicate fluently in both written and spoken English and Chichewa.
  • Have strong computer skills – MS Excel skill is mandatory.
  • Have experience in the use of technology – smartphone and web-based applications.
  • Possess a high level of integrity and professionalism.
  • Can demonstrate sound judgment and excellent communication, presentation and reporting skills.

What we offer (in addition to compensation and statutory benefits)

  • A platform for professional growth in a rapidly expanding, high-impact sector.
  • Immerse in a collaborative culture, energized by employees of Sun King who are collectively motivated by fostering a transformative, sustainable venture.
  • A genuinely global environment: Engage and learn alongside a diverse group from varied geographies and backgrounds.
  • Tailored learning pathways through the Sun King Center for Leadership to elevate your leadership and managerial capabilities.

About the role

November 17, 2024

Full Time

Company

Sun King

March 25, 2025

On-site

sunking.com

  •  Balaka, Malawi

At least two years

UTC+02:00

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