Job Openings at RCL Foods

Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join our Baking Division. Our Pretoria Bread Baking Plant is looking for a Maintenance Assistant that will assist Artisans with all maintenance related work. Need to maintain equipment according to specifications and in line with good engineering practices. The role will be based in Pretoria and will report to the Maintenance Manager

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric with minimum N4
• Ability to communicate on all levels.
• Ability to prioritize workload.
• Report writing and analysis.
• Must be able to work shifts, Weekend, Public Holiday, and extra overtime as per shift schedule.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Assist Artisans with Daily work.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of the machines do not deteriorate.
• Ensure that your department complies with all Health and Safety requirements.
• Record maintenance and repair work performed.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Projects and machine installations.
• Accurate completion of administrative forms.

Deadline:23rd April,2026

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• RCL Foods is on the lookout for a skilled Internal Auditor.
• The main purpose of this role is to provide independent oversight regarding the effectiveness of and adherence to Group internal controls. 
• This role will be based in Westville and report to the Internal Audit Manager.

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor’s Degree
• NQF Level 7 Advanced Diplomas or Bachelor’s Degrees
• CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)/ CA(SA)/ CISA Preferred
•  3 to 5 years of experience

Duties & Responsibilities    
Audit Planning & Execution:

• Develop and implement the annual internal audit plan.
• Conduct audits across manufacturing plants, distribution centres, and head office functions.
• Perform risk-based audits on inventory, procurement, logistics, and revenue processes.

Risk & Control Assessment:

• Evaluate internal controls over stock, production, supplier payments, and sales.
• Identify control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor implementation of agreed audit findings.

Compliance & Governance:

• Ensure adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards (e.g., food safety compliance).
• Support fraud investigations and monitor fraud prevention controls.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Prepare audit reports for senior management and the Audit & Risk Committee.
• Liaise with external auditors where required.
• Advise management on process improvements and risk mitigation.

Continuous Improvement:

• Track key risk indicators (KRIs).
• Drive control enhancements in high-volume, fast-paced FMCG operations.

Deadline:27th April,2026

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• RCL FOODS  is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Manager : IFRS , Projects and Accounts Payable  to join our Sugar Business Unit  based in Malelane.
• The successful incumbent will  support internal and external audits, regulatory submissions (including Stats SA), budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, providing technical input and ensuring audit findings are resolved and ensure strong governance, compliance, ethical conduct, and adherence to internal controls, while supporting the Finance and Commercial Executive with ad-hoc analysis, projects, and self-driven professional development

Minimum Requirements    

• Qualified CA (SA) with experience in Financial Management, Creditor control and technical IFRS.
• In depth knowledge of IFRS and financial accounting principles and practices.
• At least 2 years' experience in Supervisory or Management level.
• Proven experience in a SAP environment.
• Advanced excel skills.
• Take ownership and accountability for self and demonstrate effective management in terms of planning and prioritizing, and self-development.
• To be considered for appointment, candidate must be a South African citizen.
• In-office position based in Malalane.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Provide expert IFRS technical support across the business, including interpretation and implementation of new standards, review of complex transactions and legal agreements, preparation and review of IFRS statutory financial statements, and oversight of going concern, impairment, fair value, and IFRS 16 lease accounting.
• Lead and manage the Accounts Payable and Creditors function end-to-end, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing, effective reconciliations, supplier query resolution, strong internal controls, and continuous process improvement.
• Act as SAP Super-User for the Source-to-Pay cycle, ensuring data integrity, system governance, and effective use of finance systems, including WeExpense and lease management platforms.
• Manage, coach, and develop the Accounts Payable team, driving high performance, accountability, productivity, and adherence to quality standards.
• Lead and deliver financial, commercial, and system-related projects across the Sugar business, including process optimisation and strategic initiatives.
• Perform treasury-related activities, including daily and monthly cash flow forecasting, and support broader financial management requirements.

Deadline:26th April,2026

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• The purpose of the role is to provide the information that is needed for sound economic decision making to the business unit. To prepare financial reports that provides information about the business unit’s performance to external parties and to assist with driving Internal Controls. 

Minimum Requirements    

• BCom / BCom Hons Degree or equivalent preferably Accounting/SAICA/SAIPA
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Computer literate with intermediate experience in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• FMCG environment experience will be advantageous
• 3 years relevant experience in a similar role

Duties & Responsibilities    
Review Financial Records and Transactions

• Completes Month-end management accounts accurate and timeous.
• Prepare General Ledger journal entries with supporting documents and submit for approval.
• Compiles month-end start to finish and working papers.
• Processing all closing stock figures, reconcile stock variances.
• Monthly balancing stock and reconciling loan account
• Assisting Financial Accountant with month-end detailed reports.
• Analyzing monthly COS per GL and compare to Weekly Trading Report.
• Investigate expense variance against BP, Forecast and Previous month.
• Maintain Provisions & Accruals account.
• Maintain Discounts & Rebates provision account.
• Assist with all Financial related queries.

Report to Senior Management

• Report to the Financial Accountant and Commercial Finance Manager on all financial accounts. 
• Create reports when required for all financial transactions that relate to the business unit.
• Compiles weekly reports & cashflow forecast.

Stock

• Ensures all stock managed items are balanced (Stock sheets vs System processed) 
• Dispatch Stock
• Production Stock
• Maintenance Spares
• Workshop Spares
• Report Stock managed item variances to senior management.
• Monitor stock levels for printed stationery and re -order

Controls

• Liaison with Internal and External Auditors
• Departmental audits & Feedback 
• Dispatch recons spot checks 
• Stock returns slip verification
• Production stock recons & performance
• Spot checks on Staff rations issued out to verified list.
• Spot check and review of petty cash recon 

Standard Operating Procedures

• Review and update existing SOP’s.
• Write SOPs where required and ensure implementation and compliance.

Asset Verification

• Coordinate annual fixed asset verification.
• Ensure all movements in assets are documented and processed per LOA

Other

• Full admin managing function.
• Handling queries from drivers and manage debtors accounts.
• Process GRNs and attend to all accounts payables queries. 
• All reconciliations are done monthly, and reconciling items are cleared to the satisfaction of the Financial Accountant / Commercial Finance Manager.
• Be available to assist in other admin function as and when needed.
• To assist the Financial Manager with administrative duties 
• Queries
• Stock, Accounts, Reconciliations

Deadline:26th April,2026

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Job Description    

• Siqalo Foods is looking for a Production Operator Learner (NQF Level 3) to join their Spreads Division. The position will be based in Boksburg and will report to the Production Shift  Manager. 
• The qualification will improve the skills of employees within the most manufacturing industries where processing equipment is utilised. The qualification enables employees to gain access to further higher education qualifications. Learners are provided with support in the form of facilitated contact sessions, microlessons specifically designed to enhance the learning experience, and assessment support where required.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric with Maths and Science with aggregate 60% pass 
• To complete a numeracy and literacy assessment and results will not be a disqualifier.

Duties & Responsibilities    
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as an independent Production Operator. This qualification will include the following:

• Training of a Production Operator to set up, operate, monitor, and control production process plant machines and equipment safely and competently.
• The learner will understand the functioning requirements of machines and equipment, including health, safety, and environmental requirements, to achieve production targets.
• Learner is instructed on first-line maintenance tasks not performed by the artisan which include lubrication, replacement of parts, testing for wear and physical indicators of equipment.
• Identify possible defects, damage, deviations, wear and maintenance requirements.

Deadline:23rd April,2026

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Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is currently looking for a talented and organized Channel Representative to join our team to be based at IDC Vryburg Depot. The Channel Representative will report to the Regional Sales Manager. The role requires an experienced Channel Representative who is diligent, organized, and self-motivated. The successful Channel Representative will be responsible to address regular operational needs of customers and drive sales performance.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric/Grade 12
• Diploma/Degree in Sales or Marketing 
• Valid Driver’s License (Code 10) with PDP
• 3 to 5 years relevant experience

Duties & Responsibilities    
Ensure efficient and cost-effective product distribution

• Ensure driver teams deliver according to mapped and optimised routes
• Ensure all new and old customers are plotted on the GPS system
• Ensure orders are geared towards improving truck utilisation and loaves/km
• Ensure delivery teams invoices correspond with loading list before vehicle leaves bakery

Ensure balancing of orders placed, delivered and returned

• Monitor driver orders for informal trade customers daily
• Monitor and track returns daily
• Craft and action plans to drastically improve returns

Submit sales figures from drivers daily

• Ensure driver teams’ sales are in line with sales targets
• Source and distribute of key trade intelligence
• Provide actionable plans for improvements and combating competitor activities

Ensure the capturing and allocation of all customer details

• Ensure all customer details and classifications are loaded correctly on new accounts and are correctly listed on existing accounts

Ensure driver competency and delivery time management

• Support, train, discipline and lead the driver & van assistant teams to deliver sales excellence
• Employ efficient route riding system to see all customers within each month
• Evaluate on-the-job performance, and provide training on shortfalls identified

Monitor Trade Prices

• Submit weekly price surveys for informal trade customers
• Monitor RSP’s and execute pricing strategy, policy and mandate

Build long standing relationship with customers

• Increase sales volume and market share in General Trade stores
• Develop a strategy with Informal Sales Representative to gain new business
• Handle customer complaints and queries
• Ensure merchandising to the company’s standards
• Supports the Informal Sales Representative in providing adequate route optimisation and rationalisation solutions
• Ensure the customer needs are met within a viable business framework
• Provide a link between customers and drivers for a seamless transition of products
• Provide key trade intel and address regular customer service requirements

Deadline:26th April,2026

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• The role will be based in Westville and report to the Sourcing Manager. 
• We entrusts the Sourcing Analyst to support the Sourcing Manager with day-to-day analytics and reporting requirements associated with analysing spend across the Group, and in key analytics initiatives required in driving business insights and continuous improvement to assist in short, medium & long-term decision making, reporting requirements and scenario evaluation. Complete Category Strategies and work with cross-functional teams. Evaluate proposals and complete a decision matrix as per the particular Category Strategy. Complete Group contracts within the specific category, ensuring that Business needs are met and the best value proposal is implemented by the Group; and facilitate increased contract coverage and spending across the Group within the category through constant engagement with business line managers and the Supply Planners and analysis of spend behaviours.

Minimum Requirements    

• Degree in commerce, data management, supply chain management, or a related field
• High level of proficiency with MS Office packages with proven advanced proficiency in
• Power BI
• 1-3 Years’ experience in a related field that includes advanced data analytics
• Valid Code EB drivers' license

Duties & Responsibilities    
Strategic Support

• Within the assigned categories, have the understanding of the responsibilities the category strategy and plans, in order to effectively manage spend.  Working with the Sourcing Manager to deliver category analysis, sourcing exercises, and general reviews of spend.
• Develop short, and medium-term strategies (1-3 years) for the various sub-categories ensuring delivery at the most competitive cost.
• Partner with the Business, senior stakeholders, and consumers of services to determine requirements and apply professional sourcing and category management methodologies such as vendor rationalization, utilizing technology, and flexible solutions to enhance user experience and minimize the financial impact.
• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure Group strategies and policies are applied locally, assess opportunities, and 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

• Identify demand for materials.
• Determine existing and potential suppliers of the required material,  the timing of the material requirement, taking lead times into account  and measures that determine success or failure for the internal business client.
• Ensure that the materials are delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meet the quality standards of the Business (in collaboration with internal stakeholders on site).
• Actively monitor the suppliers being used within P2P ensuring orders are placed with preferred suppliers and under negotiated contracts.
• Where common items are purchased across the Group or a supplier is used frequently, negotiate a supply agreement to obtain the best price and value for the Group.
• Source new items and suppliers based on the specifications provided by the Business by researching the supplier market-place and obtaining samples for trialling.
• Analyse information within the P2P system to identify opportunities to source alternative suppliers.
• Produce reports and present information to relevant stakeholders to highlight potential sourcing or saving opportunities and update the Sourcing Manager on actions, where applicable.
• Produce management information on activities within the P2P system to monitor and manage the frequency, value, and volume of spending over monthly periods.
• Highlight and communicate compliance issues relating to adherence to the Group procurement policies.
• Actively monitor and facilitate the updating of price lists for materials within the P2P system within the assigned categories of spend.
• Negotiate with the incumbent suppliers to maintain competitive prices, benchmarking costs against other suppliers where necessary.
• Review and analyse all requests for new contracts and recommend their approval to the Sourcing Manager,  if the supplier is financially and ethically sound and there is a valid reason for introducing a new contract.
• Co-ordinate supplier performance reviews for key suppliers within the assigned categories of spend, compiling data and information on performance to support the reviews.

Tender Management

• Solicit and evaluate proposals for national contracts.
• Manage the administrative aspects of tenders and contracts in the specific category.
• Prepare tenders and compile tender analysis schedules.
• Co-ordinate invitations for tender and tender submissions on contracts.
• Communicate tender outcome to the Business.
• Assists the Sourcing Manager to implement and manage contracts by maintaining relevant information about pricing within the market, and spending against the current contract.
• Administer long-term contracts, which may or may not involve subcontracts with special provisions that may be changed and renegotiated throughout the contract.

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 material markets.
• Research potential and current suppliers to keep abreast of market/procurement conditions, and new technology and make recommendations to improve supplier base and/or purchasing method.
• Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities.
• Conduct presentations about market analysis and possible growth.

 Vendor Management

• Explain and administer Group policies and procedures about sourcing.
• Evaluate and ensure potential suppliers are capable of meeting the specified requirements.
• Negotiate the lowest possible cost for the materials balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs.
• Advise team members and/or management on the appropriate supplier to be used.

 Technical Expertise

• Provide ongoing advice and support on best practices to ensure continuous improvement in category contract sourcing and vendor management.
• Provide technical expertise and training 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.

SAP Enablement

• Work with the master data team to ensure the SAP master data related to the procurement category is accurate and up to date.
• SHEQ and Sustainability Management
• Administer all documentation relevant to category quality assurance and conformance.
• Support internal and external audit processes and provide any necessary documentation.

Team Coordination

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, 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 being 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 a willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Champion training and development of self through utilizing available training opportunities or contributing to the development of new training solutions relating to product costing in collaboration with national training specialists.

Deadline:27th April,2026

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• RCL FOODS is seeking a skilled Order to Cash Master Data Manager to join our Master Data team in Westville . The purpose of the role is to provide vision and expertise on the management of Master Data.

Focus of the Role

• Ensure Data Consistency Across Systems
• Data Quality
• Support Business Operations
• Master Data Governance and Compliance
• Lifecycle, Redundancy and Errors
• Collaborate with IT and business partners to align data needs.

Minimum Requirements    

• BCom (Financial Accounting/Management) or equivalent degree
• System Knowledge
• SAP ECC (Master Data – Customer, Trading Materials, Pricing)
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in SAP master data management within the FMCG or Manufacturing environment
• Excellent knowledge of SAP SD, FI, MM, modules
• Workflow processes & policies
• Microsoft WORD, EXCEL (Advanced), POWERPOINT
• BI Reporting an advantage
• Experience in Managing Teams /Direct Reports & target setting
• Master Data Business processes & policies
• Good understanding of business processes within the Order to Cash environment
• High level of accuracy in data analysis and reporting
• Knowledge in business processes, mainly Order to Cash

Duties & Responsibilities    

Operational Management

• Manage SLA (Service Level Agreement) compliance and drive the resolution of service level issues with relevant stakeholders.
• Manage the Business master data model that reflects the organisation’s information requirements
• Control data redundancy (e.g. duplicate & inactive records) through system-oriented tool .and a process of regular and comprehensive manual analysis

Data Standards Establishment and Ownership

• Drive the establishment of master data management systems including but not limited to: master data definition, master data management, master data conversions for associated centralised system, life cycle of master data records reporting.
• Document the meaning of each core master data field and define business rules to ensure consistency of master data values.

Reporting

• Deliver management-level reporting against KPI’s & SLA’s related to data quality, accuracy, timely creation and integrity for internal customers on a monthly basis.

Innovation Promotion

• Scan for, assess and, where appropriate, introduce emerging data management methodologies and systems to the Business.
• Identify and manage ongoing central database and system enhancements.

Technical Expertise

• Stay abreast of new thinking and technology that will enhance the quality of master data.
• Serve as subject matter expert, providing guidance and advice.
• Review and enhance the management of master data across different operating units, review and enhance existing tools for the management of data integrity and collection of data, ensuring SLA’s and quality of data for associated decision making.

Staff Management

• Identify and train master data representatives across the business functions responsible for maintaining master data within their control.
• Ensure compliance with master data standards to protect overall information and financial integrity

Problem Solving

• Influence functional user behaviors relating to master data management and requirements.
• Solve complex data analysis across multiple ERP systems within the ambit of responsibility, facilitate the collection of data for SLA achievement.
• Manage the maintenance of high-quality master data through a team of MD Consultants, MD Specialists & MD Administrators.
• Ability to identify issues and resolve them effectively.

Deadline:27th April,2026

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Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is on the hunt for an experienced National General Ledger Clerk to join our Finance team, based at our Westville head office in Durban.
• The successful incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance of the General Ledger. 

Minimum Requirements    

• 2 to 3 years general ledger experience
• Relevant SAP experience. 
• Diploma (NQF 6) in Finance or related field. 

Duties & Responsibilities    
General Ledger Reconciliations

• Prepare monthly reconciliations of General Ledger accounts within deadlines.
• Analyse Monthly General Ledger Reconciliations to ensure that all reconciling items are valid and that there are no unusual items on the reconciliation that need to be re-allocated.
• Consolidate at National Head Office Reconciliations for GL accounts that are also used by the regional teams
• Ensures that year-end reconciliations/schedules in support of specific General Ledger accounts are completed.
• Compile ad hoc spreadsheets and analysis when required.
• Prepare and complete reconciliation of Inter-company accounts and follow up on queries/reconciling items.
• Update exchange rates in SAP daily

Invoicing

• Capturing of invoices, ensuring appropriate approval and PO received beforehand.
• Process authorized credit notes.
• Distribute all invoices & credit notes.

Journals

• Review all journal entries received and ensure that all journals are appropriately authorised before capture
• Capture normal and accrual journal entries, including routine monthly transactions, re-allocations and provisions, ensuring correct account allocations.
• Capture all F-02 journals entries prepared at Head Office and
• Prepare and capture ad-hoc journal entries as required by the GL Accountant.

Consignment stock

• Oversee and manage the consignment inventory and sales interface system.
• Weekly meetings with the relevant teams to validate and confirm consignment stock balances (cut-off reports).
• Prepare stock recons and circulate to the commercial managers for review.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and investigate variances.
• Liaise with IT supporting team to solve queries timeously.
• Maintain relevant general ledger balance sheet reconciliations. 

Deadline:30th April,2026