Current Openings at RCL Foods

Job Description    

• Sunshine Bakery  is seeking a Cost Accountant. We are  looking for an individual who is analytical, has attention to detail and experienced in cost and management accounting. The successful incumbent will be responsible for cost centre accounting for the site, as well as assistance with capital and BOM related projects and perform cost accounting as well as inventory management
• The role will be based in Pietermaritzburg. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in cost and management accounting or project accouting
• Preferably a B.Com or equivalent and studying towards CIMA
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Strong computer skill and ERP experience (e.g. JDEdwards/ SAP/Syspro) essential.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and project management principles.
• Ability to multi-task with good time management skills.
• Pay strict attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to collaborate with teams

Duties & Responsibilities    
Data Collection

• Construct data accumulation systems for a cost accounting system to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor and propose process improvements.
• Create and review the controls needed for data accumulation and reporting systems
• Collaborate intimately with the operations management teams to drive the systems into the business and manage effective handover to operations.

Inventory

• Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle counts
• Monitor and review all variances – manufacture, price, inventory and resolve issues
• Monitor inventory valuation reports
• Full review of all inventory movements on each site
• Identify and resolve all control weaknesses
• Establish audit controls
• Compile standard reports using standard company reporting tools
• Review, suggest, report on operational processes as they relate to inventory control

Costs and system maintenance

• Analyzing actual manufacturing costs and preparing periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs
• Validate the cost of goods sold as part of the month-end close
• Accumulate and apply overhead costs as required by generally accepted accounting principles
• Locate and dispose of obsolete inventory
• Assisting in Month end close of the General Ledger

Maintain Inventory master data in JDE

• Bill of Materials Maintenance
• Automatic Accounting Instruction set ups
• Cost Roll ups
• Set up and maintenance of branch plants, locations etc

Analysis

• Conduct ongoing process constraint analyses
• Report on breakeven points by products, work centers and factories
• Providing management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services.
• Report on periodic variances and their causes, focusing in particular on spending variances
• Analyze capital budgeting requests
• Perform cost accumulation tasks as a member of the target costing group

People Management

• Set objectives for staff, ensuring full productivity and value add to the business
• Manage staff performance and give regular feedback, taking disciplinary action when necessary and giving recognition where it’s due.
• Conduct formal performance reviews twice yearly
• Coach and mentor subordinates
• Leave planning, ensuring no leave is lost
• Control labour cost through improving efficiencies
• Participate in recruitment of new employees
• Assist HR with creating job descriptions as and when needed

General

• Ah Hoc ERP Systems projects – development and implementation
• Development of Hubble Reports as and when required

Deadline:5th August,2025

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Job Description    

• At RCL FOODS, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond business. Our commitment to "We grow what matters" reflects our dedication to nourishing lives, communities, and the future. As a leading player in the Food Manufacturing industry, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and making a positive impact. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Business Systems Analyst (SAP Human Resources) within our Group Services Division.

The purpose of the Role is to work in conjunction with the Business to:

• Identify, design and specify application solutions that meet business requirements and achieve the business benefit. 
• Facilitate the implementation of identified solutions utilizing recognized project management methodologies.
• Support and maintain existing application solutions in the Business to ensure optimal use of the solutions

Minimum Requirements    

• Degree in Information Technology / BCom / National Diploma in Information Technology.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience within the relevant business function or information technology environment. (SAP ECC 6 with HR Personnel Admin, Payroll and Time Management)
• Demonstrated success in team leading and managing projects relating to superior performance and continuous improvement.
• Valid Code EB drivers' license
• Exposure to the following system will be an advantage: HR Interfaces, BesTime Time and Attendance system, workflow systems, HR Manage (Learning and Performance Appraisals), Power BI, SAP BI, SharePoint, SAP products – Query Manager, Data Sync Manager, Variance Monitor, Siamese.

Duties & Responsibilities    
SAP HCM Monthly Maintenance Life Cycle

• Assist the Support Team to resolve calls related to Human Resources (Organizational Management, Personnel Administration, Payroll South Africa, Time and Attendance, Leave and absence management, Learning, Performance Management and data interfaces) requests across RCL Foods Business Units. 
• Coordinate the monthly system maintenance life cycle from receiving a helpdesk ticket, through the steps of problem analysis, root cause analysis, system config analysis, solution implementation, unit testing, user acceptance tests, change management and system updates.
• Lead the team in the monthly action list work sessions by determining priorities based on urgency and importance along with the relevant business owners and specialist users.
• Analise business requests to provide clear problem definitions and liaise with necessary technical experts/external consultants to resolve technical system issues related to the SAP HR Module.
• Guide the business and technical teams to provide sustainable solutions and system changes in line with the internal guiding principles and templates.
• Manage the SAP Landscapes to ensure continues alignment between Development, Quality Assurance and Sandbox systems.

External Services Management

• Monitor and ensure alignment of external services as specified in the contract agreement.
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with the relevant service providers.
• Ensure contract agreements are in place and up to date.
• Cost management and on time invoice payments are as per the agreement and approved purchase orders.

Technical Expertise

• Provide ongoing advice and support on best practice to ensure continuous improvement within business systems and applications.
• Develop specialist knowledge of HR Systems, identify opportunities to deliver best value solutions to make recommendations to the Applications Manager.
• Identify opportunities to deliver best value solutions and make recommendations to the Applications Manager regarding the best use for applications applicable to HR processes.

System Opportunity Identification

• Support the Applications Manager and the Business in identifying IT application solutions to address key Business requirements within the following Human Resources functions:  Organizational Management, Personnel Administration, Payroll South Africa, Time and Attendance, Leave and absence management, Learning, Performance Management and data interfaces.
• Quantify savings and efficiencies related to these opportunities and draw up Business Case documentation for submission to the Applications Manager.

Application Development, Enhancement, and Implementation

• Serve as a liaison between the Business and technical consultants to ensure the implementation of identified system enhancements for all HCM related processes.
• Review and analyze technical specification documents prior to sign off by the Applications Manager and handover to developer(s).
• Execute on IT systems implementation projects.
• Meet with relevant Business representatives to establish, understand, and document detailed business requirements to be met by the project.
• Compile and agree a scope definition document as well as functional specification document and ensure that full sign off is achieved prior to implementation.
• Assist with the calculation of the business case and return on investment with relevant Business users and stakeholders.
• Prepare the project plan by engaging all relevant parties.
• Plan for project-related hardware and software requirements by liaising on an on-going basis with the infrastructure and technology teams.
• Compile and store project documentation (including business process flow charts, functional- and technical specifications, end user training material and project plans).
• Ensure constant communication with developers and full testing of the solution and identify and resolve problems or constraints prior to user acceptance testing.
• Work in conjunction and communicate with the Business to implement the system.
• Report on the realization of the Business case and identified KPI’s.
• Provide post-implementation support to all end-users.
• Prepared to take on the Team Lead role during project implementations.

SAP User Profile Maintenance

• Communicate with GRC team to assist with creation and maintenance of user profiles in SAP in keeping with risk and audit standards.
• Authorize user access for new and existing users via the User Authorization Request (UAR) workflow.
• Assist with resolving user profile audit queries

System Auditing

• Conduct regular system compliance audits and health checks for HR systems.
• Report on system non-compliance by users to the Applications Manager.
• Identify and highlight business risk to the Applications Manager because of non-compliance.
• Recommend compensating controls to the Applications Manager
• Follow the internal IT Governance Controls to ensure audit compliance.

Reporting

• Do requirements analysis and functional specification for any new report development that is requested by business.
• Maintain and proactively enhance reports.
• Work closely with the Data insights team to ensure data flow from all ERP systems to data warehousing and BI platforms are correct and validated.
• Understand the dashboards and reporting, source data to guide business in using these effectively for decision making.
• Support the technical and BI teams with data modelling and architecture design.

Integration Coordination 

• Work closely with the rest of the RCL Foods teams to address integration areas where HR data is shared with other applications (HR and non-HR systems).
• Follow and adhere to the company polies, Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA). 

Teamwork and Self-Management

• Work closely with the respective super users and business users responsible for the different areas within the HR processes. 
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritizing, and self- development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.

Deadline:3rd August,2025

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Job Description    

• At RCL FOODS we see and do things differently, we think bigger, work smarter and as a team collectively work towards achieving our purpose, to Grow What Matters!
• As we continue to grow,we are seeking talented and motivated individuals to join our team through an Internship: SHE intern at our RCL FOODS Inland(Benoni and Rustenburg) Baking operation unit.

Minimum Requirements    
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 
REQUIREMENTS:

• Administration & internal compliance.
• Project Management.
• Reporting.
• Good communication skills.
• Team player.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Matric / Grade 12
• Diploma in Health & Safety or studying towards one.
• SAMTRAC (advantageous).

Duties & Responsibilities    
The successful incumbent will be responsible for: 

• Providing technical support in the improvement, maintenance, and monitoring of existing management systems and standard operating procedures (ISO45001 Management System).
• Ensure adherence to all company HSE processes and procedures.
• Conducting and compiling routine safety compliance, inspections, and audits against authorizations, guidelines, and legislations, and creating action plans for addressing areas of non-compliance.
• Conduct Pro-active planned and unplanned safety inspection and produce reports.
• Ensuring Fire extinguishers and first aid boxes are compliant (Serviced and not blocked).
• Conduct and review risk assessments.
• Actively compiling information for weekly, monthly, and various reports submissions.
• Schedule and Conduct emergency response drills.
• Compile information and participate in incident investigations.
• Ensure that noticeboards display important HSE information.
• Attend and Write minutes of the HSE statutory meetings.
• Assist in driving the CAPAs (Corrective Actions and 
• Preventative Actions) System.

Deadline:4th August,2025

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Job Description    

• To provide accurate and efficient administrative support to the Packaging and Ingredients stores, and specifically to the Stores Supervisor. The Stores Administrator has no direct reports but does work with a cross-functional group of people and is required to use influence and reasonableness to ensure the requirements of the job are fully delivered

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric or Grade 12 or Equivalent qualifications to N4
• Minimum of 2-years’ experience in a similar environment
• Stock control principles and tools
• System skills (SAP)

Duties & Responsibilities    
Data Management

• Invoice Verification: Daily verification of goods receipted on the system against invoices for accuracy. Confirm quantities received match the delivery note/invoice quantities. Ensure pricing on the invoice matches the system records. Verify that deliveries received on the security checklist match stock receipted on the system.
• Short Delivery Process: Scan delivery note to supplier, requesting credit for short-delivered items vs. invoiced quantity.
• On a weekly basis, record the physical versus actual returnable items, such as crates and pallets, in the system and promptly escalate any variances to the storeman and stores supervisor for resolution.
• QA and Blocked Stock Resolution: Collaborate with the Stores Supervisor, Material Requirements Planner and quality department, to resolve blocked stock issues, ensuring smooth inventory flow.
• Communicate all delivery/collection problems to the Stores Supervisor and where necessary, to the Materials Requirements Planner.
• Returns from production: Verify that all returned items are accounted for and updated in the inventory management system.
• Assist with monthly stock counts, ensuring accurate inventory levels and identifying any discrepancies or issues.
• NCR’s (non-conforming deliveries): Follow up with suppliers to assist with close out.

Audit Preparedness:

• Ensure the SHERQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality) file is up-to-date.
• Verify that all machinery and equipment certifications (e.g., reacking, forklifts) are current and valid.

This involves:

• Regularly reviewing and updating SHERQ documentation.
• Tracking certification renewal dates for machinery and equipment.
• Maintaining accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and certifications.

Daily GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) Observations

• Assist the Stores Supervisor to check stores compliance to establish procedures and company standards to effectively administer the physical product flow into and out of the store.
• Daily inspections of the wet and dry stores to conduct housekeeping checks in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Observations of personnel practices, equipment, and processes.
• Identification of potential deviations from GMP standards, such as:
• Cleanliness and sanitation issues
• Labeling and packaging errors
• Damage to equipment or structure
• Material handling and storage procedures
• Document and file findings.
• Raise job cards where maintenance work is required.

Document Control:

• Filing and Record Keeping: Establish and maintain organized filing and record-keeping systems for efficient data management.
• Daily Stock Age Analysis: Analyze stock age reports to identify age risk and proactively report findings to the Material Requirements Planner and Stores Supervisor for resolution.
• Cycle Count Sheets: Generate and capture cycle count sheets for inventory management.
• Stock Count Sheets: Generate stock count sheets for accurate inventory tracking.

Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Manage colleagues expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• During busy periods or when team members are on leave, assist storemen with capturing goods receipts documents and also assist the MRP planner by following up on supplier delievies.

KPI’s

• Compliance with policies and practices
• Accuracy of documentation and data
• Query / Error Resolution rate
• Stock on hand accuracy

Deadline;8th August,2025

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Job Description    

• We at SIQALO FOODS a subsidiary of RCL FOODS are seeking a confident, curious, and energetic Assistant Brand Manager, passionate about consumers and building brands, to join our Marketing Team. The role will be based at our Head Office in Durban and report to the Brand Manager. We are looking for a candidate who takes the initiative, is self-driven and has strong execution skills.

Minimum Requirements    

• A Diploma/Degree in Marketing or Business Management (3 years).
• Valid code EB drivers’ license.
• 2 - 3 years relevant experience in a FMCG environment.

Knowledge and Skill:

• Sound level of foundational brand management skills including exposure to quantitative data sources (e.g IRI, Circana, Nielsen) and ability to track market share and pricing vs competitors.
• Knowledge of ATL channels and roles they play.
• Execution on all BTL and digital communication plans.
• Basic knowledge of media plan.
• Brand health measures – awareness, equity, brand attributes, etc.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Provide support to the Brand Manager in his/her role & assist with the following core brand office deliverables:

• Consumer Insights: Facilitate deep and ‘fresh’ insight through qualitative and quantitative exposure and analysis across multiple sources.
• Build Strong Brands: Bringing brand positioning to life through ATL & BTL Channels; Brand Portfolio Strategy, Strategic Pricing.
• Brand Communication: Brilliant Activation and Execution, Shopper, Channel and In-Store insights, Brand Planning, Digital, Media Planning.
• Brand Innovation: Project Management, Flawless Launch.
• Brand Investment Budget: Management of brand budget.
• Financial Acumen: Manage the P+L for both brand and category to ensure the attainment of profit, equity and volume objectives. Execution against in-year brand plan, directing and working with agencies.

Brand Office Administration:

• Create and maintain the database of brand-related market research and analysis.
• Coordinate the innovation documents & updates on database.
• Manage project creation & tracking.
• Inspiring briefs to agencies and R&D teams.
• Administer and process office invoices from suppliers.
• Maintain and safeguard records, reports and NPD files.
• Ongoing budget management.

Deadline:13th August,2025