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• We’re looking for a Research & Development Technologist to join our Milling Division. The R&D Technologist will be responsible for developing products according to brief, lead all laboratory and factory trials, and manage delivery of R&D projects from concept to launch. This includes technical support in flour applications, coatings, and breading solutions to improve product quality and meet customer needs.
• The role will be based at Pretoria West and will report into the Technical Manager.

Minimum Requirements    

• BSc or BSc (Hons) in Food Science or National Diploma or BTech in Food Technology or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years R&D experience with in-store baking and/or plant baking experience required.
• Basic knowledge of flour, it’s quality specifications and associated applications, namely coatings and breading.
• Computer literate.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Innovation:

• Conduct regular trade reviews and identify gaps in the market for potential innovations.
• Assist in customer presentations and conduct proactive product development.
• Identify opportunities in current product recipes and processes for recipe and cost optimisation.

Product Development:

• Develop products according to project brief or customer specification.
• Conduct the necessary laboratory and factory trials for the launch of new products.
• Develop make-up recipe and cooking instructions, for premixes/maize/coatings, respectively.
• Liaise with suppliers for the sourcing of new ingredients.
• Keep abreast with new ingredient technologies for recipe and cost optimisation.
• Screening of all raw materials to ensure they are suitable for the application and/or manufacturing plant.
• Conduct sensory evaluation/tasting sessions for products that are in development.
• Develop product specifications.
• Conduct product shelf-life tests and reports.
• Train the production teams on how to manufacture the new product while conducting factory trials in conjunction with them.
• Liaise with commercial teams to complete product costings.

Project Management:

• Provide input towards the development of project timelines for all projects in the R&D pipeline.
• Manage project delivery against project timelines.

Quality Assessments:

• Conduct quality assessments such as softness, texture, volume, water activity studies, sensory analysis where required.
• Interpretation of data collected from the quality assessment instruments.

 Administration & Reporting:

• Recording of all laboratory trial data.
• Ensuring all relevant QC & Food Safety documents are completed for all new ingredients.
• Completing and archiving of all laboratory trial data.
• Compiling of all factory trial reports.
• Drafting of project specifications.
• Completing shelf-life test reports.

Deadline:30th March,2026

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Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking a Miller to join our Baking Division. The role will be based in Pretoria West and report to the Head Miller. The successful applicant will be responsible for efficient and cost-effective operations of all mills while ensuring all finished products adhere to specific quality criteria, and all stipulated targets and measurements to be attained daily.

Minimum Requirements    

• Qualified Miller that is trade tested in maize milling technologies preferably (Wheat and Maize will be ideal)
• Minimum 3 years of milling experience in a high-capacity plant
• Fumigation and Grading Certification
• Advanced milling qualifications will be an advantage

Duties & Responsibilities    
Operational Tasks Roller Mills:

• Ensure break releases on Wheat Mills are carried out on a weekly basis as per instruction.
• Ensure no build-up of stock on roll feed plates.
• Ensure all scrapers and roll brushes are checked per shift and changed if necessary
• Ensure roll hopper exhausts are fully operational per shift

Plansifter:

• Ensure all sifter maintenance is carried out as per requirements and schedules
• Ensure any burst covers are replaced on shift
• Ensure all inlet/outlet sleeves on sifter and purifiers are intact
• Ensure screens of all turbo sieves on Germ system is intact, clean and machine inside cleaned out regularly

Purifiers:

• Ensure all purifier brushes are fully operational and in good condition at all times Air tunnel on top of machines are clean and purifiers set.
• Ensure covers are taut and not blinded at all times
• Ensure correct separation on all concentrators and maize mill aspirators

Aspiration and Exhausts:

• Ensure manometer reading on all filters is on acceptable levels
• Ensure pneumatic hammer and pulsing unit on filter is working at all times
• Ensure heater banks running at correctly controlled temperature at all times General Routine checks on efficient running of milling machines set by Mill Manager
• Ensure correct flour stocks are available in correct location as required by scheduling system Correct setting and balancing of Milling machines
• Ensure performance rate of 95% maintained on all mills Quality
• Ensure Pekar tests are done twice per shift on all finished products
• Ensure all finished products are tested on shift using Diode Array machine and recorded in quality book Ensure quality standards on all finished products are kept to agreed specifications
• Ensure reduction in waste and adopting lean manufacturing principles

Deadline:30th March,2026

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• RCL FOODS is seeking a skilled Assistant Account Manager to join our Customer Team in Westville. The role will be reporting to the Customer Executive.
• RCL FOODS is looking for a decisive, efficient and innovative individual with an FMCG background in Account Management support. The purpose of the role is to lead Regional and National customer negotiations and provide support to the Customer Executive and National Account Manager/s in the smooth running of a portfolio of accounts.

Minimum Requirements    

• Marketing and sales degree or diploma.
• Valid Code EB drivers’ license – with ability to travel.
• Strong MS Office Skills. Advanced Excel and Pivot table experience
• Travel to all customer regions
• Minimum of 5 years of account management, customer related and administrative experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience using data and insights platforms.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Build strong and progressive relationships through all levels with selected customers.
• Understand and communicate the financial implications of all product changes.
• Participate in sales volume forecasting.
• Assist the National Account Manager with the development of the strategy and account plans.
• Execute the strategy through the implementation of volume plans and customer workshops.
• Follow up product listings with selected customers so that initiatives can be implemented.
• Build strong and progressive relationships through all levels with selected customers.
• Turn insight into innovation through new business/product development input and translation of the latest trends and customers’ needs.
• Activate growth plans within the customer's organization.
• Track/measure the success of growth initiatives (launches/ promotions/activations).
• Monitor and report sales performance by customers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with operations and planning staff.
• Manage price files are address related queries.
• Interact with customers as directed.
• Conduct regular analysis of customer product assortments.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations to facilitate new product placement and promotional activities.
• Assist in the development and completion of professional sales collateral including, but not limited to, PowerPoint, Excel, Graphs, and Charts.
• Develop the customer account plan for RCL FOODS product categories
• Drive growth through the management of the promotional activity schedule
• Manage customer advertising budget for multiple product categories
• Present and develop customer reviews and implement agreed action plan post customer meetings
• Manage and present all RCL FOODS product innovations to ensure brilliant execution across the customer store base
• Cross-functional category discussion to capitalize on growth opportunities
• Manage and implement the RCL FOODS pricing mandates and ensure pricing and promotional compliance
• Develop and implement a promotional activity schedule across categories that deliver volume and revenue growth
• Activity Tracker house keeping and accuracy
• Attend weekly and monthly customer meetings.
• Day-to-day customer engagement and resolving customer queries.
• Manage customer negotiations including price increases, trading terms and spend.
• Order management and resolve queries. Manage internal stakeholders and customer communication.
• Pricing management and resolve queries. Manage and implement the RCL FOODS pricing mandates and ensure pricing compliance.
• Developing and maintaining promotional grid and endure promotional compliance.
• Preparation and management of budgets.
• Maintaining internal systems in line with requirements and deadlines.
• Preparing customer, competitor and category reviews.
• Understand profitability and apply return on investment principles.
• Participate in the forecasting and demand planning process.
• Develop account plans and strategic customer/growth plans.
• Execution and tracking of innovation and new listings.
• Activate growth plans within the customer's organization.
• Track/measure the success of growth initiatives (launches/ promotions/activations).
• Monitor and report sales performance by customers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with operations and planning staff.
• Conduct regular analysis of customer product assortments and planograms.
• Cross-functional category discussion to capitalize on growth opportunities.

Info Gathering, Analysis, Research & Insights (Customer)

• Utilise internal and external data sources, to build robust actionable insights.
• Build a secondary SRG sales raw data hub to allow accessibility to for performance reporting across channels.
• Understand what relevant research/data sources exist across the business units that can be used to develop the customer strategies & new business opportunities.
• Recommendation for new sources of information – either through informational portal service providers or purchase white papers.
• Identify gaps in data/research and develop plans to close the gaps. Build justifications to secure business unit support & budget where necessary.
• Analyse & interpret key data to derive actionable insights.

Turning data into actionable insights

• Bring data to life in a meaningful way that allows us to show a narrative of customer and consumer insight.
• Conduct quantitative or qualitative research studies with the customer to support new business development team.
• Build data visualisation and determine opportunities for growth through gap identification in operational score carding.

Support in building robust Customer Strategies for SRG

• Utilise data gathered to frequently engage key stakeholders to share knowledge of category and customer market trends, & consumer insights relevant to the customer.
• Turn available data into meaningful insights relevant with the customer. Use these insights to inform and drive the narrative on customer strategies.
• Support the category marketing teams to deliver on their 3–5-year category strategies that will form part of the future growth plan

New business opportunity or Customer Development

• Formulate new business or new opportunities within the customer based on market insight.
• Build and visualise data reporting to identify new opportunities through sales data.
• Drive distribution, pricing and promotional reporting to support NRM opportunities
• Build a framework for investment decisions including but not limited to size of opportunity, investment required, risks and internal challenges to overcome.

Deadline:30th March,2026

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Job Description    

• RCL Foods is seeking a Machine Minder to join our Speciality division. The role will be based in Spartan and will report to the Shift Artisan. The successful incumbent will be responsible for maintaining and operating processing line machinery to ensure optimum production and to maintain the condition of the machine(s).

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric/ Grade 12
• N3 Mechanical/Electrical engineering.
• 2 years in FMCG or mechanical environment.
• A first line maintenance course or equivalent would be advantageous.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Machine Operation

• Set up the machine to ensure the required quality standard of product.
• Monitor the speed and state of the machine to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Highlight and pinpoint problem areas on machinery in order for corrective or preventative action to be carried out.
• Report any deviations from quality and food safety standards to Production, QA and Engineering management.
• Adhere to the ISO 14000,18000 and 22000 standards in terms of production and machinery operation.

Health and Safety Compliance

• Report unsafe conditions and acts to management.
• Start up and shut down machines in a safe manner as required by Standard Operating Procedures.
• Conduct regular safety inspections on machinery in line with Occupational Health and Safety requirements.

Machine Maintenance

• Conduct routine and first line maintenance on machinery to ensure machinery is mechanically and functionally sound.
• Assist artisans in attending to machine breakdowns.
• Conduct basic fault-finding on machinery.
• Isolate machine and remove components that require cleaning, lubrication and inspection.

Housekeeping

• Ensure the workstation is clean, neat and tidy and in line with food safety standards.
• Clean the machine in line with operating guidelines and food safety requirements.
• Administration
• Complete checklists and records for traceability and audit purposes.

Team Coordination

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritising 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.
• Support and drive the business core values.
• Manage colleagues and clients’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Champion training and development of self and others through utilising available training opportunities or contributing to the development of new training solutions in collaboration with national training specialists.
• Participate in and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.

KPI’s

• Machine availability/uptime
• Housekeeping standards adherence
• Machine performance/productivity

Deadline:28th March,2026

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• We are seeking a dynamic Channel Executive – Exports to drive our strategic agenda across African and international markets. This role is pivotal in shaping country and channel insights, strengthening distributor management, and building lasting customer relationships to achieve growth and channel objectives.

Minimum Requirements    

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant 3-year BCom degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Marketing, Economics, or similar (MBA advantageous).
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience within an FMCG environment.
• At least 3 years in a management role, with proven ability to lead teams, drive strategy, and deliver results.
• Proven track record in exports or sales, managing complex distributor/customer relationships.
• Valid passport and ability to travel across Africa and beyond.

Duties & Responsibilities    

As a leader, you will be responsible for guiding and executing;

• Strategy Formulation and Implementation
• Principal Market and Customer Insight Maintenance
• Strategic Account Management
• Customer & Distributor Relationship Management
• Channel Planning and Execution

Deadline:2nd April,2026

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• The Risk Officer is responsible for directing and coordinating all Risk Management aspects and activities and the development, implementation and management of Risk Control Programmes in accordance with company standards and internationally recognized principles in order to fulfil company strategies as well as compliance with SH&E legislative requirements.

Minimum Requirements    

• A recognised tertiary qualification (e.g. risk management).
• National Diploma: Safety Management OR SAMTRAC (or equivalent).
• Experience in the implementation, management and Internal Auditor training of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• 2 – 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the implementation and management of ISO and OHSAS systems.

Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of all applicable SHE legislation.
• Thorough working knowledge and experience of ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and integrated ISO/OHSAS Systems.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of internationally recognized risk management principles.
• Development of Thorough working knowledge and experience of Alexander Forbes Risk Management Standards.

Duties & Responsibilities    
The Risk Officer is required to make decisions and offer guidance at the highest regional operational levels directly impacting on the strategic management of the operation and is responsible to ensure that management and organizational accountability to legislative requirements are addressed and a high level of discretion needs to be applied.

Legislative and Policy Compliance:

• Ensures legal compliance with the OHSACT (health and safety) and regulations, including environmental, ensures appointments & legal documentations are adhered to.
• Ensure all internal policies are aligned with legislative requirements and best practice.
• Handles regular department of labour factory/business premises health and safety inspections and/or incident investigations.

Emergency Preparedness:

• Ensure that fire prevention and emergency procedures are identified and implemented.
• Ensure that a site contingency plan is in place.

Risk Management:

• Conduct work place and job specific hazard analysis to identify potential SH&E hazards, determine the risks associated with these hazards and develop and implement appropriate risk control measures.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of risk control measures and recommend changes.
• Conduct internal SH&E audits, participate in external audits and make recommendation to management in terms of SH&E legal and other requirements.
• Identify SHE and any risk training requirements and ensure that HR Development team schedule the required training.

SHE Systems:

• Coordinate the development, implementation and management of a standardized Integrated SHE Management System as per ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards and the integration with existing TQM (ISO 9001 / 22001) systems.
• Direct, coordinate, implement and maintain the Alexander Forbes Risk Management programme and standards.
• Maintain risk registers.

Communication:

• Communicate risk control and risk management information by analyzing data, developing leading indicators, producing and presenting required reports and advising management accordingly.
• Liaise with external bodies, e.g. Department of Labour, fire department, contractors, service providers (Life health etc) emergency services with regard local governmental compliance requirements and best practice.
• Ensures SHE meetings are held as per policy and records are maintained.

Incident Investigations:

• Conduct post incident investigations in order to identify root causes and determine appropriate preventative and corrective action.
• Seek continual improvement in SH&E performance by regularly monitoring company activities and assess the implications of any new developments.

Deadline:6th April,2026

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• As we continue to grow, RCL FOODS is searching for a Strategic Sourcing Specialist with a strong Commercial background to join our Group Services Division. This position will be based at our National Office in Westville, Durban and report to the Procurement Manager.

The purpose of this role is to: 

• Support the Sourcing Manager by strategically sourcing, negotiating, managing and evaluating Group contracts, within the assigned categories, ensuring that Business needs are met, and the best value is negotiated and received by the Group.
• Facilitate increased contract coverage and spend across the Group within the assigned categories through constant engagement with business and analysis of spend behaviours.
• Responsible for the establishment and execution of sourcing events (RFI, RFQ, RFPs) for the respective assigned categories, ensuring targeted savings are delivered and supply risks are mitigated.
• Configure and execute (e-)sourcing events and ensure a continuous supply of materials and services that meet the business operational needs.
• Establish and execute various sourcing events for the respective categories.
• Mitigate risks to the business.
• Negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Negotiate price and contracts with suppliers.

Minimum Requirements    

• 3-5 years’ experience within a sourcing, project management and/or commercial environment
• Analytical skills with demonstrated knowledge of economic indicators, cost drivers and cost analysis
• Degree in commerce/ finance, supply chain management or a related field, would be desirable.
•  Demonstrated success in developing and fostering relationships with suppliers while driving lower costs, superior performance, and continuous improvement.
• Confidence to interact and work in cross functional teams (all levels of the organisation).
• Advanced Excel skills
• An ability to think conceptually, while maintaining a cost-conscious and practical approach to using time and resources
• Attention to detail and strong ability to execute and follow-through
•  Valid Code EB driver’s licence.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Strategic Support

• Responsibility, within the assigned categories of spend, and understanding the category strategy and plans, working with the Sourcing Manager to deliver category analysis, sourcing exercises and general reviews of spend.
• Develop short-, mid- and long-term strategies for the various assigned categories ensuring delivery at the most competitive cost and ensuring risk is mitigated. 
• Adopt methodologies such as vendor rationalisation, utilising technology and flexible solutions to minimise financial impact.
• Collaborate with site-based stakeholders to ensure Group strategies and policies are applied appropriately, to assess opportunities, and to drive performance improvements.
• Proactively drive regular engagement with the Business regarding its immediate and longer-term category procurement requirements and the extent to which these are being met.

Operational Management
Drive Group Sourcing Projects:

• Contribute to Group Sourcing Savings Targets by working on new projects as well as contract extensions & renegotiations.
• Source new items and identify new suppliers based on the specifications provided by the Business by researching the supplier marketplace and obtaining samples for testing as required by business stakeholders.
• Analyse information within the SOURCE TO PAY system to identify opportunities to leverage spend across the group as well as source alternative suppliers.
• Produce reports and present information to relevant stakeholders to highlight potential sourcing or saving opportunities and update the Sourcing Manager on required actions, where applicable.
• Actively monitor and facilitate the updating of price lists for goods and services in the ERP SOURCE TO PAY systems within the assigned categories of spend.
• Negotiate with the incumbent suppliers to ensure competitive prices are maintained, benchmarking costs against other suppliers where necessary.

Drive Group Contract Spend:

• Maintain contract spend targets across all ERP SOURCE TO PAY systems.
• Highlight and communicate compliance issues relating to adherence to the Group procurement policies.
• Review and analyse all requests for new contracts and recommend them to the Sourcing Manager for approval, should the supplier be financially and ethically sound and there is a valid reason for introducing a new contract.
• Actively monitor the suppliers being used within SOURCE TO PAY system ensuring orders are placed with preferred suppliers and under negotiated contracts.

Category Spend Management:

• Ensure Top Spend Categories are covered by Category Strategies.

Legal Expertise:

• Ability to independently draft service and supply legal agreements for the Group.
• Thorough understanding of the contract management process, i.e engage with the business to identify and define the scope of work, update the schedule of prices and payment terms, define the service levels, price escalation clauses, etc.
• Prepare contract amendments as required.
• Address and resolve amendments to the standard legal terms and conditions, prepare risk assessments for limitation of liability, etc. in conjunction with Legal assistance.
• Hold the Supplier accountable for non-conformances/ deviations from performing the services and supply of goods as stipulated in the contract through remediation or notice of termination where relevant.

Tender/ RFQ Management

• Solicit and evaluate proposals for Group contracts.
• Manage the administrative aspects of RFI, RFQ, RFPs, tenders, e-Auctions for Group contracts in the assigned categories.
• Prepare RFI, RFQ, RFPs, tenders, e-Auctions and compile tender analysis/ evaluation schedules.
• Coordinate invitations for tender and RFQ’s to the relevant suppliers.
• Communicate RFI, RFQ, RFPs, tenders, e-Auctions outcome to the business.

Market Analysis and Forecasting

• Evaluate market conditions to develop sourcing strategies, maintain/ improve quality and influence cost controls.
• Effectively communicate with internal cross functional teams on the current and future status of products and services markets.
• Research potential and current suppliers to keep abreast of market/ procurement conditions, new technology and makes recommendations to improve supplier base and/or purchasing method.
• Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities using a forecasting tool.

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

• Report & Evaluate key suppliers’ performance against SLAs, their BBBEE rating and review of their financial risk
• Evaluate and ensure potential suppliers can meet the specified requirements.
• Negotiate the lowest possible cost for the products and/or services balanced against the optimum quality and needs.
• Advise team members and/or management on the appropriate supplier to be used.

Technical Expertise

• Provide ongoing support on best practice to ensure continuous improvement in category contract sourcing and vendor management.
• Provide support to internal customers and colleagues.
• Develop specialist knowledge on assigned categories and identify opportunities to deliver best value solutions and make recommendations on preferred strategies to the Sourcing Manager.

ERP Enablement

• Work with the internal stakeholders to ensure the master data related to the procurement category is accurate and up to date.
• Arrange for all new catalogues and suppliers to be promptly loaded on the relevant ERP system.

SHEQ and Sustainability Management

• Administer all documentation relevant to category quality assurance and conformance.
• Update and maintain the approved category supplier list for the Group.
• Support internal and external audit processes and provide any necessary documentation.

Customer Relationships 

• Confidently interact and foster relationships with internal and external customers.

These include
Internal: 

• Senior management teams across the RCL Foods Business Units.
• Operational managers across all business units serviced by the category
• R&D and Quality team
• Engineering management (where applicable)
• SHEQ (where applicable)
• Transport management (where applicable)

External:

• Supplier representatives 
• Auditors

Problem Sloving/Innovation    
As the Sourcing Specialist, the job holder is expected to:

• execute tasks that are diversified and follow a wide range of standardized and complex procedures.
• resolve all operational issues related to contract execution and vendor management within area of responsibility.
• exercise moderate and significant judgment.
• analyse data generally applied to the solution of specific problems that may occur as a regular part of the job.
• identify and execute opportunities to reduce costs associated with category spend, to improve national contract coverage and to improve supplier performance.

Deadline:2nd April,2026

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• As we continue to grow, RCL FOODS is searching for a Audit Manager to join our Group Services Division. This position will be based at our National Office in Westville, Durban. 
• The candidate must have a proven track record in independently managing audits, conducting investigations, and managing ad-hoc projects.

Minimum Requirements    

• Candidates with any of the following qualifications will be considered: 
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 
• BCom Degree - Chartered Accountant (CA) or Auditing 
• At least 4 years management experience in auditing activities.
• Over 3 years technical relevant experience as an auditor or technical professional.
• Good understanding of King Report, COSO framework, IPPF, etc.
• Understanding of the standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors IIA
• Flexible to travel nationally

Additional Requirements

• Experience in Data Analytics and Data Visualization (e.g. Power BI reporting creation and analysis)
• Experience with IT General controls and Application controls.
• Cyber Security and Digital and AI experience would be advantageous.
• Experience in conducting forensic investigations and dealing with external investigators is advantageous.
• Good knowledge and understanding of Project Management principles.
• Understanding of the industry/similar industry and related business risks and the capacity to assimilate and apply this understanding to the benefit of the organization.
• Broad knowledge of Group operations and systems.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Management of the planning, execution, and reporting of assurance activities.
• Management of Forensic Investigations.
• Management of audit staff and outsourced resources.
• Lead close-out meetings with process owners to discuss and finalize the audit report.
• Compile monthly board packs on audits conducted.
• Drive improved awareness regarding internal audits and the importance of a sound control environment.
• Contribute to project steering committees concerning system/process enhancements.
• Assess whether ad-hoc requests require an audit investigation.
• Evaluate regulatory compliance programs.
• Drive data analytics and data visualization across multiple systems to identify correlations and trends.
• Demonstrate a willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.

Deadline:6th April,2026

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• RCL FOODS is on the hunt for an experienced HR Practitioner to join our Groceries Division in Randfontein.
• The purpose of the role is to ensure effective Human Resources support to the business unit/factory through adequate delivery of HR Services, practices, procedures.

Minimum Requirements    

• National Diploma / Degree in Human Resource Management / Industrial or Organization Psychology
• Valid Code EB drivers’ licence
• Must have at least 3-5 years’ experience as a HR generalist.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Employee Engagement:

• Implement and drive employee engagement initiatives aligned with the organization's People First strategy.
• Partner with line managers to develop and execute engagement plans based on employee insights from platforms such as the quarterly townhall talk.
• Drive recognition programs that drive the RCL FOODS values and enhance employee morale.
• Coordinate employee events, wellness programs and other activities that foster a culture of empowerment.
• Act as a key point of contact for employee concerns, ensuring timely resolution and promote an inclusive culture.
• Promote effective internal communication by ensuring employees are informed, engaged and aligned with business initiatives.
• Support change management initiatives by implementing engagement strategies that help employees adapt to organizational changes.
• Collaborate with L&D to support capability building across all levels.
• Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives to create a culture of belonging and respect.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.

Employee Relations:

• Provide end to end support on employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant practices.
• Advise line managers and employees on disciplinary procedures, grievance handling, and conflict resolution in line with company policies.
• Facilitate disciplinary hearings, investigations, and grievance processes by ensuring procedural fairness.
• Ensure statutory compliance and provide guidance.
• Participate in labour consultations and independently represent the organization at CCMA (both conciliation and arbitration).
• Chair meetings with Shop Stewards.
• Monitor and support line managers in the management of cases related to poor performance, misconduct, ad incapacity.
• Track and report on ER trends (e.g absenteeism, grievances, and disciplinary cases) and provide insights to management for proactive intervention.
• Promote a positive employee relations climate by encouraging open communication, trust and early resolution of issues.

Resourcing / Talent Acquisition:

• Partner with line managers to understand hiring needs, role requirements, and workforce planning priorities.
• Promote diversity and inclusion by supporting equitable hiring practices, employment equity requirements, and internal policies.
• Process recruitment permissions and offers.
• Ensure timely job advertisements and track them.
• Conduct interviews and make hiring recommendations.
• Keep job profiles updated and coordinate evaluations.

Talent Management:

• Support the development and implementation of talent management strategies aligned with the organization's business and people objectives
• Support Line Manager on Performance Management Process and Talent & Org Review process.
• Facilitate individual development plans (IDPs) to support employee growth and career progression.
• Facilitate Consistency Reviews and Talent & Org Review meetings.
• Coordinate the performance appraisal documents and consolidate performance ratings.
• Drive the succession planning for the site/region.
• Facilitate employment equity target setting and monitor profile.

HR Administration:

• Manage onboarding, terminations, and exit interviews.
• Ensure data integrity in HR systems.
• Audit compliance issues and run HR reports to provide insights to the leadership team

Deadline:2nd April,2026

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• At RCL FOODS we are always on the lookout for new talent! We are a passion-led business dedicated to nourishing lives, communities, and the future. We currently have a position available for a Audit Executive. This role will report to the Internal Audit Director and the successful incumbent will be responsible for promoting and monitoring the effectiveness and adequacy of internal control processes at Group strategic and operational levels, ensuring good governance in line with King III. 
• The successful incumbent will provide independent oversight and strategic leadership of the RCL Foods audit and risk functions by ensuring effective governance, robust internal controls, regulatory compliance, and proactive risk management to safeguard the group’s assets and reputation.

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Risk Management
• CA(SA) Chartered Accountant/ CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor
• NQF Level 8 Post Graduate Diplomas or Honours Degrees (Preferred)
• SAP experience and FMCG would be advantageous
• Min 8 years’ post articles internal audit experience with at least 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Flexible to travel nationally

Additional Requirements

• Experience in Data Analytics and Data Visualization (e.g. Power BI reporting creation and analysis)
• Experience with IT General controls and Application controls.
• Cyber Security and Digital and AI experience would be advantageous.
• Embed data/technology-enabled auditing (e.g., analytics and continuous auditing/monitoring) to improve audit quality and insight.

Duties & Responsibilities           

Strategy and Planning Contribution:

• Assist the Board in the formulation of the audit strategy and audit plans (including annual and strategic plans) to optimise audit coverage that is compatible with the Group’s strategy and with regard to the risk environment and requirements of External Audit.
• Develop and promote internal audit within the Group.
• Maintain, enhance and operationalize the Group’s Anti-Fraud and Corruption Strategy.
• Maintain a Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP), including periodic internal assessments and support for external quality reviews.
• Ensure alignment to the enterprise risk management framework and emerging risk themes (including regulatory/compliance risks). 

Audit Planning and Execution Management:

• Lead the risk assessment process in assigned audit/functional areas, ensuring objectives are attained, methodologies are sound and timelines and deadlines are met.
• Prioritise organisational units by risk, considering revenue, asset base, staff compliment and strategic profile.
• Determine the scope and approach of reviews in conjunction with the Group Audit and Risk Director.
• Manage internal audit activity, ensuring objectives are met within the ambit of the internal audit charter and best practice methodology.
• Oversee the validation of audit issues identified through discussion with management and a review of mitigating controls.
• Drive combined assurance by coordinating with Risk, Compliance, External Audit and other assurance providers to optimise coverage and reduce duplication.

Reporting:

• Oversee the production and submission of timely and clear audit reports to auditees with recommendations aimed at strengthening the overall control environment.
• Lead closeout meetings with process owners to discuss and finalise the audit report.
• Quality-assure final audit reports for the approval and sign off of the Group Audit and Risk Director.
• Provide summaries on audits conducted for the monthly Board packs, Divisional Executive and Audit Committees.
• Manage key stakeholders and reporting lines, ensuring clear and timely communication to management and relevant governance forums.
• Track and report functional performance measures (e.g., plan delivery, report cycle times, issue closure rates and stakeholder feedback).

Systems Improvement:

• Advise senior management on systems and processes requiring improvement.
• Drive the improved awareness regarding internal audit and the importance of a sound control environment.
• Contribute to project steering committees in relation to system/process enhancements.
• Embed data/technology-enabled auditing (e.g., analytics and continuous auditing/monitoring) to improve audit quality and insight.

Budget Management:

• Prepare the annual budget for internal audit.

Audit Committee Reporting:

• Assist the Group Audit and Risk Director in submitting an annual audit plan for approval by the Audit Committee after consultation with Executive Directors.
• Attendance of and feedback to audit committee.

Fraud Management:

• Manage the anonymous hotline and channels..
• Oversee the receipt, logging and return of all fraud reports received by telephone and e-mail.
• Perform preliminary investigations and provide insight of outsourced investigations.

Deadline:3rd April,2026

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Job Description    

• Are you an enthusiastic individual ready to tackle the working world. RCL FOODS has an exciting opportunity for a Sales Administrator to join our fantastic Customer team based in Westville. The successful Sales Administrator should be an organised individual, passionate about sales that will provide effective support to the Customer team through accurate checking of deals, processing of claims and rebates and to provide a sales information service to the business.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric
• Completed/Studying towards Administration, Sales and Marketing Diploma/Certificate or equivalent 3 year Diploma.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook/Word/Excel/Powerpoint

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Input pricing into the system
• Capture, load and input deals into system.
• Submit weekly pre-pricing to all relevant call centres on a weekly basis
• Budget management: Candidate must become a key user of the Activity Tracker and take ownership of the claims process from the raising of accrual to capturing actuals
• Manage and collate price changes and deals, and implement into them the system to reflect between Rainbow and Customers.
• Assist with customer communication of queries, notifications and changes and channel to relevant individuals.
• Capture all promotional activity & subsequent forecasted demand onto schedule & communicate it to relevant planner.
• Maintain electronic and paper-based customer records and information
• Monitor pricing information from plant planners regarding defected stock being sent to Farm Shop.
• Investigate the rand value & quantity of defected stock being sent to farm shop on an on-going basis and revert to account manager and address with Customer
• Verify pricing discounts with relevant account manager and implement.
• Load deals for customer & inquire out of strategy pricing with the National Accounts Manager.
• On a weekly basis, investigate SAP order discrepancies and liaise with National Account Manager and Channel manager, and implement corrective action

Claim Management:

• Receive claims
• Verify all claims submitted by Vector are price related claims
• Investigate possible causes of claims, calculate correct costing of claims and confirm values being claimed.
• Gather all relevant evidence and supporting documentation for valid and invalid claims.
• Ensure that all claims are updated and submitted timeously to relevant parties.
• Follow-up with Customers on outstanding invalid claims
• Ensure that all outstanding claims are signed off and submitted for payments.
• Clear claims from system within 60 days
• General Administration:
• Co-ordinate, plan and prepare for all meetings and presentations.
• Complete reconciliation statements for designated managers
• Process expense claims for managers (cell phone, excess travel, etc).
• Manage stationery resources.
• Track and capture team expenditure into the system.
• Manage and maintain SKU works library to ensure images are up to date and appear online and ensure all new product listings are inputted into the system.
• Prepare sales and promotional documentation for management meetings.
• Monitor Customer monthly tracking reports
• Track customer promotion performance.
• Assist with procurement order placements for various requirements.

KPIs

• 100% accuracy on pricing schedules
• 100% accuracy of promotional grids
• Customer resolution speed between 24 and 48 hours
• Working closely with different account managers
• Solving claims within a 60 day period
• Timeously deliver reports i.e monthly, weekly, customer tracking reports

Deadline:31st March,2026

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Job Description    

• RCL Foods is seeking a Millwright Artisan on a Fixed Term Contract to join our Beverages Division. The role will be based in Pretoria West and reports to a Senior Artisan.
• The purpose of this role is to ensure that all manufacturing equipment’s are serviced and maintained according to specifications and in line with good engineering practice.

Minimum Requirements    
Education and Qualification

• Grade 12 or N5 –N6 or NCV Technical qualifications
• Millwright Trade Test
• Wireman’s licence 

Experience and Training

• 2 - 5 years’ experience as Artisan in the FMCG industry

Knowledge

• Knowledge of conveyor belts, wire meshes modular belts, bearings, make use mechanical/electrical tools
• Knowledge and skill of operating production line
• Basic knowledge of fitting
• Basic Knowledge and skill of operating Ammonia and glycol plant
• Knowledge of PLC’s and VSD’s machine
• Knowledge of AC and DC Machines
• Knowledge of boilers and air compressors
• Knowledge Ovens, flow rappers, cooking Pots, cuber machines, Tumbler machines X-rays, Metal detectors, Pie lines, Spirals freezers, Mixers and Vacuum pumps, DEJONG and Handman machines
• Knowledge of Food safety and hygiene requirements
• Basic knowledge of different types of lubricates
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements

Skills

• Problem solving skills
• Listening skills
• Be able to work within a team
• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail

Competencies

• Demonstrate high degree of planning and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Read, analyze, understand electrical, electronic and engineering drawings and tolerances
• Work in the framework of a team
• Attention to detail and deadline driven
• Adhere to principles and values
• Apply good governance principles
• Build interpersonal tolerance and teamwork practices
• Must conform to contractual obligations
• Be prompt and courteous
• Training on root cause analysis
• Basic training in fitting
• Forklift training
• Food safety and hygiene training
• Occupational Health and Safety training
• HT Switching
• PLC and VSD training

Problem Solving

• Ability to solve machine problems such as noise bearings, damage wire meshes, air and water pipes leaks, crimpers blades, spikes, blockers and crimpers blow offs.
• Ability to analyse when there are components or units of machine are not working as they should or are malfunctioning

Communication 

• Ability to communicate well in all levels
• Ability to read and write

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Repair failures on equipment’s to restore functionality of the equipment
• Carry out preventative maintenance work to ensure that equipment’s performance is at ultimate output
• Carry out root cause analysis to prevent re-occurrence of failures
• Ensure job cards are completed timeously and all relevant information is captured
• Carry out daily inspections on the machines and report any defects that may have noticed
• Ensure all equipment is made safe before work is carried out and all safety equipment are functional at all times  
• Decide on which parts needs replacement and any additional work required
• Decide on additional activity that is required to improve performance
• Assist production team in machine start-ups and set-ups every morning
• To organise and pre-planned maintenance activities on the basis of repairing plant machineries
• Direct and train workers to install, maintain, mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Inspect, operate, and test machinery and equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Do maintenance repair and troubleshooting for electrical systems and apparatus.
• Define and follow Standard Operating Procedures for repair of electrical systems;
• Identify and suggest new approaches or best known methods to foster continuous improvement;
• Perform other duties as assigned, including spiral freezer blockages or repairs, and mechanical fitting work such as follows:
• Replacing bearings, 
• Replacing shafts
• Fixing motors
• Attending to gear box failures
• Replacing and tightening of v-belts and chains
• Fixing water and pneumatic pipe lines;
• Building conveyors for specific usages and building of covers for machines;
• Attending to fault finding on hydraulic power packs
• Welding – TIG and arc (mostly working on stainless steel)
• Basic Operating Lathe, polishing old and new shafts, bushes, new pins, new rollers;
• Basic operating hydraulic press, drill press and plate bender
• To comply with the requirements of Health and Safety, other relevant
• legislation and RCL Foods policies and when carrying out maintenance repairs on production lines
• Adhere to Quality and Food Safety requirements
• Ensure ongoing implementation (and where possible improvement) of the Quality and Food Safety system through the systematic implementation of the relevant food safety requirements as defined in the Food Safety RACI Matrix and relevant policies and procedures (SOP’s).

Internal

• Liaise with production management and machine operators and staff.
• Liaise with Ecowise cleaning team and management         

External

• Liaise with suppliers and contractors
• Decide on which parts needs replacement and any additional work required in daily basis
• Decide on additional activity that is required to improve performance of the machines
• Report any defects pickup during machine stripping to ensure is correct either immediately or during the weekend activities

Deadline:31st March,2026

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Job Description    

• Are you an enthusiastic individual ready to tackle the working world. RCL FOODS has an exciting opportunity for 1 Junior Baker to join our Outlet team based in Johannesburg (East Rand). The successful Baker will gain industry skill that will intern lead to providing bakery training and support at an outlet level. Provide advice to customers under supervision of the Technical Advisor. Implement extension of product recipes and innovation under supervision. Provide support in Key account activities such as trade shows and golf days and store openings.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric/Grade 12
• Must reside in or around greater Johannesburg (East Rand) area
• 1 -2 years bakery operational experience preferred
• Valid Code EB drivers’ license preferred

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Technical Training with customers Be a Brand ambassador for RCL Food Partners. Provide formalized training aligned to the Outlet Targeting Model Continued training of Outlet staff and demonstrating of product range specified. Assist in compiling training plans for customers.
• Extension of Product Works closely with Technical team; in aligning implementation of innovation and new product development. Work with customers to demonstrate extension of product to meet their consumer’s needs.
• Key Account Support: Be a resource of support for Key Account Store openings; Key account formal training and product preparation; Golf Days; Trade Days/ Trade Shows.
• Reporting & Analysis Prepare monthly pre- call schedule of activities, & maintain a map of daily detailed reports regarding demonstration conducted onto the sales support App.
• Team Coordination and Self-Management Demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritizing and self-development.

Deadline:31st March,2026

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Job Description    

• This is a strategic leadership role responsible for shaping and driving the SHERQ agenda across our Culinary and Pet Food Division. The SHERQ Executive will lead risk management, food safety, occupational health & safety, environmental compliance, and quality assurance to ensure world-class standards, regulatory compliance, and sustainable performance.
• You will play a critical role in embedding a strong safety and quality culture while partnering with business leadership to deliver operational excellence and continuous improvement. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in SHERQ, Food Science, Environmental or Safety Management (or related field)
• 10 years’ experience in SHERQ within FMCG or manufacturing environments
• Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams
• Strong expertise in food safety, risk management, and compliance frameworks
• Experience in audit, management systems implementation, and regulatory environments
• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability
• What Will Set You Apart
• Strategic mindset with the ability to move beyond operations into business impact
• Confidence engaging at executive and customer level
• Strong change leadership and culture-building capability
• Ability to balance compliance, cost, and operational efficiency
• Passion for continuous improvement and innovation

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Define and execute the divisional SHERQ strategy aligned to business goals
• Lead, inspire, and develop high-performing SHERQ teams across multiple sites
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, customer, and certification requirements
• Drive a proactive risk management and safety culture across the business
• Partner with executive leadership to influence strategic decision-making
• Lead customer engagements on all SHERQ-related matters
• Oversee audit processes, quality systems, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Build strong succession pipelines and capability within the SHERQ function
• Deliver insightful reporting and presentations to senior leadership

Deadline:3rd April,2026

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• At the heart of our business is the Customer and we’re looking for a Customer Marketing Executive who will champion customer delight through brilliant execution of our plans.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and deliver impactful Trade Marketing initiatives.
• Collaborate with sales teams to execute marketing strategies that drive growth.
• Define and update the Trade Marketing Plan, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Provide actionable customer insights that shape decision-making and strengthen relationships.

Key Areas of Specialization:

• Category Development – Create strategies and plans to grow categories, while identifying opportunities to transform retail and wholesale.
• Shopper Marketing – Design and implement programs that attract consumers to our brands and categories.
• Commercial Planning – Develop channel and promotional plans that achieve sales and margin targets while meeting customer needs.

Minimum Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field (MBA advantageous).
• 8 years of customer marketing experience, including at least 3 years in a management role.
• Valid Code EB driver’s license.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong problem-solving ability with a track record of implementing effective solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, able to present complex ideas clearly across all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Solid business acumen with a deep understanding of priorities, goals, and strategy.

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Partner with sales to establish, execute, and manage trade marketing strategies and new business opportunities.
• Drive initiatives around distribution, planograms, pricing compliance, promotional planning, and trade spend reviews.
• Translate category and brand vision into trade-specific strategies tailored by channel.
• Use data tools (e.g., IRI, Dunnhumby) to develop fact-based customer presentations and inform internal decisions.
• Define promotion guidelines by brand, channel, and mechanism, ensuring ROI.
• Collaborate with marketing, digital, and e-commerce teams to amplify online visibility.
• Play an active role in innovation planning and private label development.
• Provide leadership to the team, focusing on talent attraction, retention, succession planning, and performance management.

Deadline:3rd April,2026