Who We Are
EarthEnable is transforming how people live by making homes healthier for families across rural Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda and helping to reduce the polluting impact of the building industry on the environment. Most Rwandans, Ugandans and Kenyans live in homes with dirt floors that are dusty, unsanitary, and fertile breeding grounds for parasites and germs. While replacing a dirt floor with concrete has significant health benefits (e.g., reducing diarrhea by 50% and parasitic infections by 80%), concrete is unaffordable for many who need it and is a huge contributor to global pollution.
To counter the environmental and affordability issues surrounding concrete, EarthEnable has spent the past 8+ years developing and selling high-quality, earthen floors and plasters that are 80% cheaper than concrete with 90% less embodied energy.
Our operations team ensures that production, inventory, and fleet systems run smoothly so our field teams can deliver quality floors to customers every day.
About the Role
The Operations Officer is responsible for overseeing varnish production, inventory management, and fleet management to ensure operational efficiency and support the company’s goals. This role requires attention to detail, strategic planning, and effective coordination with team members.
Key Responsibilities:
- Varnish Production and Inventory Management
- Produce varnish on a daily basis and ensure the production area and equipment are well maintained.
- Transfer produced varnish after production and also make transfers to the districts.
- Ensure district consumptions are entered in the system before the end of the month.
- Test and store varnish securely and ensure that jerry cans are labeled well.
- Record every jerrycan sent out and follow up to ensure they are returned.
- Do stock movements and account for all items coming in and out with the help of the Operations Associate.
- Support the Operations Associate to handle inventory management–related issues as they arise.
- Fleet Management
- Develop strategies for greater fuel efficiency.
- Maintain detailed records of vehicle servicing and inspection.
- Schedule regular vehicle maintenance to ensure operational efficiency.
- Monitor driver behavior and ensure a high level of customer service.
- Analyze data to increase business operational efficiency.
- Support your Manager to negotiate transportation rates or services if required.
- Maintain metrics, reports, process documentation, and training or safety records.
- Recommend optimal transportation modes, routing, equipment, or frequency.
- Work with the Operations Associate to ensure all company vehicles are always in good and safe operational condition.
- Conduct regular data analysis for fuel and other vehicle-related expenses to minimize fraud and theft.
- Ensure drivers are well trained on driving skills and any other required skills needed for company work.
- Other Responsibilities
- Pay close attention to detail to ensure that errors in Salesforce are minimized.
- Clean the storeroom on a daily basis and arrange items accordingly.
- Do physical stock count on a weekly basis to track items correctly.
- Follow safety protocols and production protocols at all times.
- Plan and support monthly purchases.
- Support coordination and distribution of items to the districts.
- Report any issues in stock movements.
- Any other duties may be assigned from time to time.
Must-Have Qualifications
- Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in operations management, inventory management, or fleet management.
- Demonstrated ability to manage inventory systems and perform accurate stock counts.
- Familiarity with safety and production protocols, with strong attention to detail to ensure compliance and minimize errors.
- Experience in driving a manual vehicle and possession of basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
Skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis and inventory management software.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of safety and production protocols.
