Careers at BURN

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  • BURN designs, manufactures, and distributes aspirational fuel-efficient cooking products that save lives and forests in the developing world.BURN has revolutionized the global cookstove sector by proving the business case for selling a high quality, locally manufactured and unsubsidized cookstoves.Since 2013, BURN has sold 200,000+ high quality, locally manu...

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    • Open Jobs
      1. Agent Care Team Manager - Electric
      2. Field Operations Warehouse Officer - Kakamega
      3. Head of Logistics Operations - Electric
      4. Senior Auditor
    • Method of Application
    Agent Care Team Manager - Electric
    • Job TypeFull Time
    • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
    • Experience5 years
    • LocationNairobi
    • Job FieldSales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development&nbsp

    About The Role

    Burn is looking for an Agent Care Team Manager with the following responsibilities.

    Duties And Responsibilities

    • Strategic Leadership s Alignment:
      • Lead the development and execution of strategies to maximize agent performance in line with global commercial objectives
      • Partner with business leaders to create strategies that enhance agent support, improve agent satisfaction, and contribute to business growth
    • Operations Management:
      • Oversee daily operations of agent care teams, ensuring high performance, smooth workflows, and business targets are met
      • Collaborate with the Sales Operations team to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) across global teams, driving efficiency and consistency
      • Manage the recruitment, training, and onboarding of sales agents/ACT officers
      • Ensure correct agent mapping and zoning based on approved criteria and SOM
      • Verify and confirm field team commission payments, ensuring timely processing
      • Address field challenges and support agents in improving their performance
    • Training s Development:
      • Develop and implement training programs for agent care officers to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with company goals
      • Collaborate with training teams to assess agent training needs, address skill gaps, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with SOPs
    • Budget s Resource Management:
      • Manage the agent care team’s budget, allocating resources effectively to maximize performance and meet business demands
      • Lead efforts to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and reduce costs
    • Business Development s Process Improvement:
    • Work with senior management to identify and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and agent satisfaction
    • Escalation Management:
      • Oversee and manage escalations from sales agents related to performance issues
      • Identify root causes and implement strategic solutions to prevent future issues

    Skills And Experience

    • 5+ years of experience in sales or operations management, ideally in the renewable energy or clean cooking sectors
    • Proven experience in sales support or agent management roles
    • Strong strategic thinking and experience managing cross-functional teams
    • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
    • Solid understanding of performance metrics, data analysis, and reporting
    • Experience in business development, sales strategy, or process optimization
    • Sales/operations data analysis and reporting experience
    • Experience managing large, geographically dispersed teams

    Field Operations Warehouse Officer - Kakamega
    • Job TypeFull Time
    • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
    • Experience2 years
    • LocationKakamega
    • Job FieldProcurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain&nbsp

    About the role

    • Burn is looking for a Field Operations Warehouse Officer who will be responsible for organizing the safe and efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of warehoused goods. 

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Last Mile Inventory Management:
      • Ensure safe, timely & effective flow of inventory in the last mile meeting BURN’s operating procedures and processes consistently.
      • Overseeing stock storage processes including tagging and labelling
      • Report the stock status to the warehouse supervisor daily.
      • Keep an accurate, and up-to-date track of inventory to minimize losses and damages.
      • Ensures recovery of lost inventory happens according to processes.
      • Ensure incoming product is received and managed/arranged appropriately according to BURN’s procedure
    • Stock Taking:
      • Be responsible for managing and running planned stock takes.
      • Manage and control inventory stock counting/inventory accuracy checks with support from Field Operations Officer and sales agents.
    • Forecasting:
      • Forecasting supply and demand to prevent overstocking and running out-of-stock.
      • Placing and receiving orders from the regional warehouse to replenish stocks as needed.
    • Sales Orders:
      • Report sales orders (via serial numbers) to the Field Ops Officer on the daily basis
    • Aftersales:
      • Receiving the default product brought back for fixing and communicating resolution timelines to the customer.
      • Troubleshoot and fix defaulted products and update the relevant reports after resolution.

    Skills and Experience:

    • 2+ years of stock management
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Strong analytic/number-crunching background,
    • Bachelor’s degree from a university

    Head of Logistics Operations - Electric
    • Job TypeFull Time
    • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
    • Experience5 years
    • LocationNairobi
    • Job FieldLogistics&nbsp , Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain&nbsp

    About the Role:

    The Head of Logistics Operations - Electric is responsible for overseeing and optimizing logistics operations across the electric business unit, focusing on last-mile logistics enablement. This role includes coordinating outbound and reverse logistics, managing delivery efficiency, and supervising 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) partnerships to ensure seamless stoves delivery to customers. The position plays a critical role in ensuring cost-effective, timely delivery and high service quality for all our electric business unit customers.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Logistics Coordination:
      • Manage and oversee outbound logistics to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products.
      • Coordinate with drivers and fleet managers to maintain smooth delivery processes.
    • Reverse Logistics Management:
      • Develop and implement strategies for managing reverse logistics, including repossessions, returns and repairs.
      • Ensure proper handling, storage, and reallocation of returned products.
    • Delivery Efficiency:
      • Monitor and improve delivery KPIs to ensure consistent efficiency.
      • Identify bottlenecks in the supply chain and implement solutions to address them.
    • 3PL Partner Management:
      • Collaborate with external logistics providers to optimize operations.
      • Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party logistics partners.
    • Operational Oversight:
      • Align logistics strategies with overall company goals and ensure adherence to SOPs.
      • Monitor and report on logistics costs, identifying areas for cost reduction.
    • Compliance and Safety:
      • Ensure all logistics activities comply with local regulations and company policies.
      • Develop and maintain safety protocols to minimize risks in logistics operations.
    • Team Leadership:
      • Lead and mentor the logistics team to build a high-performing unit.
      • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

    Skills and Experience:

    Proven Experience:

    • A minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management, with demonstrated success in overseeing and optimizing logistics operations.

    Industry Knowledge:

    • Comprehensive understanding of logistics best practices, emerging trends, and technologies within the electric or renewable energy sector.

    Communication Skills:

    • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with stakeholders, negotiate with partners, and provide clear direction to teams.

    Leadership Skills:

    • Exceptional leadership capabilities with a proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams in logistics or supply chain roles.

    Project Management:

    • Advanced project management skills, including planning, execution, and performance measurement of logistics and supply chain initiatives.

    Collaboration:

    • Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including third-party logistics (3PL) providers, to ensure seamless supply chain operations.

    Analytical Skills:

    • Proficiency in analyzing logistics data and KPIs to identify areas for improvement and optimize operations.

    Software Proficiency:

    • Experience with logistics management tools and software to streamline operations and reporting.

    Regulatory Knowledge:

    • Familiarity with local and international logistics regulations, standards, and compliance requirements.

    Negotiation Skills:

    • Strong negotiation abilities to manage contracts and partnerships with third-party logistics providers.

    Environmental Awareness:

    • Knowledge of sustainable logistics practices and a commitment to implementing eco-friendly supply chain strategies.

    Technical Knowledge:

    • Understanding of reverse logistics and repair/refurbishment processes in the electric product sector.

    Senior Auditor
    • Job TypeFull Time
    • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
    • Experience5 - 7 years
    • LocationNairobi
    • Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit&nbsp

    About the Role:

    Are you an experienced audit professional with a passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship? Join us as a Senior Auditor in the carbon credits generation industry, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring transparency, compliance, and operational excellence within this critical sector.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    As a Senior Auditor, you will:

    • Develop and execute risk-based audit plans focusing on carbon credit generation, trading, and compliance processes.
    • Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits to evaluate the effectiveness of controls, particularly in project verification and certification processes.
    • Assess compliance with international carbon credit standards, such as CDM, VCS, or Gold Standard.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders across project development, finance, and legal teams to address audit findings effectively.
    • Prepare and present detailed audit reports, including risks and recommendations, to senior management and stakeholders.
    • Lead reviews of emission reduction project documentation, data integrity, and reporting practices.
    • Stay updated on global carbon market trends, standards, and regulatory requirements.
    • Mentor and guide junior audit staff, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

    Skills and Experience:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Environmental Science, or a related field.
    • Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, or relevant qualifications in environmental or sustainability standards.
    • At least 5–7 years of experience in internal/external auditing, preferably in the carbon credits, renewable energy, or environmental sustainability industries.
    • Strong understanding of carbon credit generation processes, including project development, verification, and certification.
    • Proven experience in planning and executing audits independently, particularly in regulatory and compliance environments.
    • Experience working with international frameworks like CDM, VCS, or Gold Standard is highly desirable.
    • Background in mentoring or leading audit teams is an advantage.
    • Integrity and Accountability: Demonstrates the highest ethical standards and commitment to transparent processes.
    • Critical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex systems and processes.
    • Effective Communication: Exceptional report writing and presentation skills tailored to diverse stakeholders.
    • Detail-Oriented: Ensures precision and accuracy in all audit-related activities.
    • Leadership: Inspires and motivates audit teams while promoting best practices.
    • Sustainability Mindset: Passion for contributing to global climate action initiatives.
    • Advanced knowledge of auditing standards, financial controls, and compliance frameworks relevant to carbon credit projects.
    • Familiarity with carbon market mechanisms, such as carbon offset registries and monitoring frameworks.
    • Proficiency in auditing tools, ERP systems, and data analytics platforms.
    • Expertise in international carbon credit standards like CDM, VCS, or Gold Standard.
    • Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills, with the ability to analyze and present complex data.

    Method of Application

    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

  • Agent Care Team Manager - Electric
  • Field Operations Warehouse Officer - Kakamega
  • Head of Logistics Operations - Electric
  • Senior Auditor
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