This archive report was first published on 13 July 2021.
July 13, 2021 - Naivas Supermarket has taken a significant step in addressing the gap in higher learning institutions offering retailing as a major business course by launching a management trainee programme.
The programme, named Accelerator, is a nine-month course designed to transform top talent into astute business leaders. The initiative aims to ensure a continuous supply of high-caliber talent to take up various management positions across Naivas' outlets.
According to Chief Commercial Officer Willy Kimani, the changing retail environment demands a leadership approach that meets the evolving consumer psyche, supplier modus operandi, and workforce needs. 'Every business must think ahead and plan for its future,' Mr. Kimani said. 'We are happy to bring to market our Management Trainee programme; Accelerator: In the Details if Retail. This new development is critical to the company as success in business requires continuous improvement through training and development of key talents.'
Accelerator will equip candidates with skills in inventory management, store operations, leadership training, people management, and commercial skills. The training is set to kick off on July 26, 2021, with eleven candidates selected from one hundred applicants.
Naivas' management aims to sensitize higher learning institutions about the viability of supermarkets as an employment option, requiring graduates as many other opportunities do.
