Wednesday, December 15, 2010

RAMCO PRINTING WORKS JOBS

Ramco Printing Works is a looking for experienced professional to fill the following positions:

Estimator- 010/sm/rpll01

Job description:

We are actively seeking to recruit a capable print professional as an Estimator to help support the commercial team at Ramco Printing Works for off-set print and inner packaging.

Supporting the day-to-day commercial costing for both existing and new clients, candidates should have experience within the print industry in manufacturing environments, client relations as well as excellent work ethic and personal motivation.

Experience with modern MIS systems would be preferred, though full training will be provided. Candidates will be expected to be highly numerate, with an eye for detail and a positive attitude to learning.

The successful candidate will ideally have a background in printing and will be required to:

  • Produce accurate and timely estimates
  • Work to tight deadlines
  • Work with the minimum of supervision
  • Suggest correct paper and finishing techniques to clients

Education: Must be a holder of at least Diploma in Printing or any other related field or Maths
Experience: Min. 3years experience in a similar field with high degree of computer literacy
Skills & Attributes:

  • Estimating knowledge of print or packaging
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong administrative and project management skills
  • Able to work accurately with attention to detail

Studio/Traffic Manager
(2 Positions)

Job description:You will be responsible to co-ordinate artwork through creation and approval processes, providing a central point of contact for all stakeholders. In conjunction with the Production Assistant, you will handle the output of the design team by supervising and advising the designers and pre-press operators whilst ensuring that deadlines are met and artwork is to the client's specification.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the smooth operations of the design and pre-press department
  • Supervising a team
  • Accurate briefing of artwork and project requirements
  • Scheduling workflow working closely with the team to optimise efficiencies and supply chain
  • Assigning and following up on jobs in Pre-Press and send them to Production department
  • Full understanding of creative processes and requirements
  • Co-ordinate activity against critical paths within assigned business category
  • Clear communication with all key stakeholders within each project

Education: University Degree in Management or similar
Experience: At least 2 years experience in Studio/Traffic Management
Key Skills:

  • Knowledge of design, pre-press or print
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong organisation and project management skills
  • Able to work accurately with attention to detail
  • Leadership and supervisory skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Excellent problem solver and self motivated

Print Sales Executives
(4 Positions)

Job description:

Ramco Printing Works is a looking for experienced print sales executives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Reporting to the Sales Manager
  • Generate new business opportunities and manage existing client portfolio
  • To build excellent relationships with clients, in order to sell the company's services
  • Meeting and exceeding sales targets and maximizing the profitability of each project
  • Maintaining relationships with existing customers through regular review visits
  • Visiting potential customers to demonstrate products and gain new markets
  • Contacting clients by phone/email to take briefs, approve artwork, manage projects and ensure installation/delivery of goods
  • Keep up to date with market and customer information
  • Advising on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions
  • Gain a clear understanding of the customers' business and requirements
  • Monitoring of print management for your clients and ensuring timely deliveries

Education: Degree in Sales or Marketing
Experience: Min. 3 years experience in sales and marketing preferable in printing or related industry.He/She will should also have a valid Driving License. A Proven track record in Print Sales will be an advantage
Key Skills:

  • Excellent communication and client presentation skills
  • Good print knowledge
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Must have ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision with strong prioritization skills
  • Good industry commercial awareness
  • Good print technical knowledge and understanding of print production processes
  • A team player
  • Great communication Skills

Sales Executives – Promotional Items / Branded Merchandise
(4 Positions)

Job description:

Ramco Printing Works is a looking for experienced sales executives in branding and promotional items

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Reporting to the Sales Manager – Promo Division
  • Generate new business opportunities and manage existing client portfolio
  • Provide innovative solutions to clients objectives of branding and give aways
  • To build excellent relationships with clients, in order to sell the promotional items
  • Meeting and exceeding sales targets and maximizing the profitability of each project
  • Maintaining relationships with existing customers through regular review visits
  • Visiting potential customers to demonstrate products and gain new markets
  • Keep up to date with market and customer information
  • Gain a clear understanding of the customers' business and requirements

Education:Degree in Sales or Marketing
Experience: • Min. 3 years experience in sales and marketing preferably in promotional items. He/She will should also have a valid Driving License.
Key Skills:

  • Excellent communication and client presentation skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Must have ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision with strong prioritization skills
  • Good industry commercial awareness
  • A team player
  • Great communication Skills

Apply to:
P.O Box 27750 (00506) Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254 (20) 6535424-6, 6535156, 6535267, 6535163
Mobile: +254 (0) 722 513109, 733 600538
Fax: +254 (20) 6535163/267
Email:
info@printing.ramco-group.com

Website: http://www.ramcoprinting.com/