the Kenya Twyford Factory is established by Sunda International Group, with the Volume of total investment of 30 million dollars. Located in the vicinity of Umma University, Kajiado, it covers an area of nearly 300000Ã£à ½Ã¡, 10 times than the local factory. In October 2016, the plant was put into production with its large scale, new equipments and high production capacity. Owing to the technical support from world-renowned company KEDA Clean Energy and Dowstone, as well as local high quality clay, the Kenya Twyford Factory is able to achieve the high quality local production of 300mmX300mmãâ¬ÃÂ400mmX400mm ceramic tiles and HD inkjet ceramic tiles etc. About the Role Twyford International is seeking a results-driven Overseas Fundi Manager to oversee construction (tiling & finishes), supplier management, advertising execution, and tiler engagement programs across multiple countries. This role combines hands-on construction expertise with strategic planning, cost control, and regional coordination. Key Responsibilities Construction Management Audit construction quotations to ensure cost efficiency Review and verify onboarded construction suppliers across all countries Standardize construction materials and specifications across regions Conduct market visits to assess showrooms, materials, and quality standards Review material costs annually and align with market rates Develop and execute yearly, quarterly, and monthly construction plans Track and report construction project progress (weekly & monthly) Analyze showroom construction impact on sales (store & company level) Continuously improve construction strategies through market and competitor analysis Advertising Management Audit and review advertising quotations Verify and manage advertising suppliers Standardize advertising materials based on evolving market needs Develop and implement advertising plans across all countries Monitor and report advertising performance Improve advertising strategies using industry benchmarks and trends Supplier & Cost Control Review and approve procurement costs (materials, gifts, etc.) Ensure supplier compliance and performance standards Maintain strong cost control across all regions Tiler (Fundi) Programs & Training Oversee tiler engagement and reward (points & redeem) programs Audit tiler points data and flag abnormal activity Monitor redeem plans and execution across all countries Develop engagement strategies for inactive tilers Review and approve tiler training and paving budgets Assess and implement training programs for tilers and marketing teams Track and report training and engagement program performance Planning & Reporting Assess staffing needs across countries and support recruitment planning Prepare weekly and monthly reports across construction, advertising, and tiler programs Develop strategic plans (yearly, quarterly, monthly) across all functions Drive continuous improvement using data, market trends, and competitor insights Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Building & Construction, or Interior Design 5–10+ years of experience in construction/project management Strong experience managing fundis (tilers, masons, finishing teams) Experience in procurement, supplier management, and cost control Ability to manage multi-country operations Strong knowledge of tiling, finishes, and construction materials Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills Good communication skills (English required; Swahili is an advantage) Proficiency in Excel and reporting tools Preferred Qualifications Experience in tile or building materials industry Exposure to advertising/marketing project coordination Experience working across African markets What We Offer Competitive salary Regional exposure and career growth Opportunity to work with a leading international brand Dynamic and collaborative work environment
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Bricklayer Manager At Twyford Tile
Manufacturing / Production / FMCG
full time
Nairobi
Posted 21 hours ago
KES 300,000 – KES 30,000,000