Join the Magic

Our Mission

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

We are more than 10.000 employees in over 70 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

To strengthen our team in Nairobi - Kenya, we are looking for:

HR & Marketing Specialist

(Nairobi, Kenya)

Your Mission

• To support strengthening our people, brand, and operations through effective HR practices, impactful marketing initiatives, and efficient administrative support that enhances productivity and drives business growth.

What you will do

• Human Resources

• Lead the entire HR initiatives.
• Drive end-to-end recruitment processes including onboarding for the best employee experience.
• Develop and coordinate Learning agenda, including training plans, evaluations, and tracking.
• Support performance management processes, including mid-year and annual reviews and development plans.
• Support organizational development initiatives, internal communication, and cross-functional coordination.
• Maintain compliance with HR policies, procedures, and all relevant labor laws, regulations and group rules.

• Marketing, Social Media & Communication
  • Support product positioning initiatives and contribute to strengthening the company’s market presence.
  • Manage the company’s social media platforms and website to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
  • Ensure all communication reflects consistent corporate messaging and complies with brand standards.
  • Assist in developing marketing materials, product sheets, presentations, and customer communication content.
  • Collect and analyze marketing data, customer feedback, and market insights to support decision-making.
  • Coordinate marketing activities, campaigns, promotions, and company events (internal and external).

• Administrative Duties
• Support the General Manager with scheduling, documentation, and operational tasks as needed.
• Coordinate travel bookings, logistics, meeting arrangements, and company events.
• Manage office supplies, vendor coordination, and general administrative follow-up.
  
  

What we expect from you

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Human Resources, Marketing, Communication, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human resources, Business Administration, Marketing, or an equivalent discipline.
• Solid understanding of HR practices, processes, and local labour regulations.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and coordination skills, with the ability to work with agility.
• Interest or experience in marketing, communication, and social media management.
• Ability to priorities, multitask, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Advanced knowledge of digital tools, social media platforms, and content creation basics.
• Experience with Odoo ERP is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and AI tools such copilot.

What you can expect from Puratos

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respecting work environment by putting people first.

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal

opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.