Job Vacancies at RCL FOODS

Job Description

• RCL FOODS is seeking a GIG RIG Supervisor to join our Foods Division. The role will be based in Tzaneen and report to the Sales Manager. RCL FOODS is looking for an experienced GIG RIG Supervisor who is going to drive promotional trucks or other vehicles over planned routes or within an established teritory as per schedule.

Duties & Responsibilities

• To drive promotional truck or other vehicle over planned routes or within an established territory as per planned activation schedule.

Ensure that reporting procedures are adhered to and that documentation is maintained

• Record daily giveaways allocated
• Record giveaway recipients at each activation
• Record and report sales of each activation

To ensure the efficient operation of the promotional vehicle

• Maintain vehicle within scheduled parameters
• Complete vehicle checklist daily
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness at an acceptable level

Brand collateral

• Operate sound system
• Ensure responsible use of brand collateral/POS

Ensure effective and efficient return of collateral/stock

• Get Sales Manager to sign for the return of stock

Promote Sunbake to potential customers at daily activations

• Engage consumers at daily activations to maximize sales
• Interact with customers to gather insights

Maintain a high level of organization and leadership in the team

• Be loyal to Sunbake and take pride in the appearance, accuracy and standard of work
• Organise and action work as a priority
• Comply with all traffic laws and regulations

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12
• 2 Years’ experience
• Driver Licence -Code 10 with PDP
• Basic clerical Knowledge
• operational or customer service skills acquired through education, experience or on the job training
• Good Communication Skills.
• High level interpersonal skills and influencing ability.
• Team commitment.
• Attributes
• Verb al and Written Communication Skills
• Good leadership style

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Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking an experienced Senior Fitter (Mechanical) to join our Culinary Division based in Randfontein. The purpose of the role is to maintain all machines to obtain their optimum efficiencies, ensure that all planned maintenance work is done according to the schedules and that all records are kept up to date. Will, when deemed necessary, assist with new

projects and work overtime when required.

Minimum Requirements    

• Trade tested Fitter / Fitter and Turner
• 5 years maintenance and setting experience on high speed packaging
• 5 tears minimum experience in a food manufacturing environment could secure
• Thorough knowledge of the implementation and the successful running of a machine maintenance schedule.
• Code 8 drivers license
• Previous experience in managing a workforce

Competencies Required

• Be able to work with minimum supervision. 
• Must be willing to work shifts, overtime and do standby duty.
• Must be a team player.
• Must be willing to train other employees

Customer Relationships
Internal

• Management
• Employees – various departments
• External
• RCL
• Customers with regards to equipment 

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Attend to and maintain plant production equipment
• Responsible for ensuring that preventative planned maintenance is performed in a cost effective way to ensure minimum downtime and product losses
• Maintenance of mechanical equipment - production lines, high speed packaging lines, dust and explosion proof equipment
• Fault finding and repair of mechanical equipment - Expected to strip the machine down that is being overhauled and examine all the working parts very carefully for wear and replace worn parts with either standard parts purchased from outside, parts manufactured outside and / or parts made or repaired in-house
• Construction of new mechanical equipment in plants.
• Repair old parts and assist with the manufacturing of machine parts on new projects.
• Handle breakdowns in an effective manner
• Accurate completion of dMS and administrative forms
• Liaise with supervisor and keep him informed of the progress and / or any problems which may occur during the machine overhaul.
• Maintain optimum settings, will report any problems related to the non-performance of machines / equipment and / or labour or both to his supervisor. 

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Job Description    

• At RCL FOODS we see and do things differently. We think bigger, work smarter, and collectively work as a team to achieve our ambition, MORE food to MORE people, MORE often! Our Talent Team is looking for someone who will effectively process and manage returns data, POD’s and chep pallet recon accurately and promptly. To assist with local and long-distance planning in the Food division, Groceries, in Randfontein.

Minimum Requirements    

• 3 year degree/ diploma would be advantageous (Supply chain / Logistics)
• Previous planning experience 
• Syspro Experience

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Accurately and daily capture of data into the information system to enable access to reliable data and reporting for review and sharing with relevant teams for decision making.
• Assist with chep pallet data recon
• Assist with local and long distance planning
• File and safeguard records in area of responsibility
• Compile and review spread sheets
• Investigate and feedback on complaints and service level queries
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self management in terms of planning and prioritising, 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 and deadlines not met, potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Manage colleague’s expectations and communicate appropriately 
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and ‘’go the extra mile’’ to meet the team targets and objectives 

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• The purpose of this role is to procure non-packaging and ingredients (P&I) services and stock within agreed service level parameters. As well as to provide administrative support to the purchasing process ensuring compliance with procurement procedures. 

Minimum Requirements    

• 3 years’ experience within a purchasing and commercial environment
• Purchasing experience within an FMCG environment would be advantageous.
• Degree (3 years) in commerce, management, supply chain management or a related field (Finance / Procurement Related)
• Relevant SAP/Syspro experience would be advantageous

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Examines and analyses purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information.
• Contacts the initiator to clarify or complete information and determines the method to process the requisition based on rand amount, time required, existing open contracts, and/or supplier industry profile.
• Checks that the product or service is not already contracted by RCL Foods and if so, establishes current price agreement.
• Identifies and selects the vendor to procure requisitioned commodities from as informed by the buying mix of price, quantity, quality, BBBEE and delivery date.
• Prioritises workload to ensure adherence to procurement service levels on order turnaround, order accuracy and on-time in full deliveries.
• Interviews sales representatives to develop new sources of supplies, securing favourable terms for the Business.
• Updates records and files and secure samples, descriptions, photos or information for site management.
• Ensures that the purchase orders are created on receipt of fully completed buying requisitions or workflows that have been approved in accordance with the Company policy and procedures, and Levels of Authority.
• Ensures all requests have correct authorisation as per policy.
• Ensures that purchase requisitions are converted into ERP generated purchases hours on a timely and efficient manner within 24 to 48 hours.
• Ensure that where there is a group contract, the orders are placed with reference to the group contract. Orders placed must be 85% on contract.
• Communicates all late/unrealistic delivery dates to end users.
• Expedites orders and resolves purchasing problems between management and the suppliers.
• Investigates and determines what/how/why products came in incorrectly or damaged.
• Monitors price increases and communicate changes as necessary.
• For non-contract products and services, negotiates all terms and conditions, in line with the business operating procedures, ensuring the best total acquisition costs or best total cost of ownership.
• Provides procurement-related information and support as required to the functional managers and other internal customers for planning and operational purposes. This will include but not be limited to delivery dates and pricing for products and services required on site.
• Plays an active role in achieving functional objectives such as cost reduction targets year on year, supplier performance and improved stock management.
• Works with the master data team to create relevant and specific material masters and services masters as required to reduce the percentage of spend placed against generic material/service codes ‘as spec’.
• Ensures that purchase orders are placed with reference to correct material/service master codes and correct GL codes.
• Monitors open orders and ensures that the buying team expedites orders timeously; there should be no open orders older than 60 days.
• Minimises the need for retrospective ordering (i.e., orders places after the fact)
• Monitors and reviews maverick spend (i.e., monitoring reasons and instances where buyers do not use the group sourcing contracts for purchasing) of buying team hereby ensuring maverick spend remains < 1%.
• Monitor and analyse the accuracy of supplier delivery times against contract lead times (i.e., lead time analysis)
• Reports issues to the Senior Buyer or Procurement Manager.

Supplier and Quotation Management

• Continually monitors suppliers to ensure cost, quality, and delivery adherence.
• Evaluates and maintains continued improvement in supplier performance by visiting suppliers when required.
• Identifies site management’s needs and develops and refines specifications for services, supplies, or equipment.
• Writes and distributes simple technical quotation invitations or requests for proposals.
• Receives, analyses, and evaluates bids, quotes, proposals and awards the contract in accordance with delegated authority.
• Ensures Company requirements are met with all orders (i.e., correct authorization, 3 quotes are obtained where no group contract exists etc.)

Buying Administration

• Calls off items from loaded contracts and captures purchase orders on SAP/relevant system and ensures that PO’s comply with current contract prices. (85% on contract)
• Expedites orders to ensure that materials are shipped and delivered on promised dates.
• Communicates all late/unrealistic delivery dates to end users.
• Check “purchase order audit trails” daily in order to pick up possible mistakes.
• Follows up and fixes problem invoices by resolving queries between suppliers and creditors. Ensures that invoice queries from creditors team are actioned in timely and efficient manner within 48 hours.
• Ensure that returned items are accompanied by a GRA via Receiving

Teamwork and Self-Management

• Takes ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development.
• Follows through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Informs relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Supports and drives the business core values.
• Manages colleagues and client’s expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrates willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Champions training and development of self and others through utilising available training opportunities.
• Participates in and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.
• Reporting Administration and Data management
• Compile any requisite information for any site/category procurement reports required.
• Filing of all procurement documentation as per procedures manual
• Compile ad hoc spreadsheets and analysis when required.
• Capture data accurately and regularly onto SAP/Syspro to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis and decision making.

Governance

• Ensure that ethical standards and the requirements of the Company policy are adhered to.
• Report and or escalate any areas of non- compliance appropriately.
• Procedural compliance demonstrated, and where relevant process controls and procurement procedures have been implemented.
• Business Unit site/sites procurement and Stores Governance Audit standards met (Procurement led)

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Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Credit Vetting Clerk to join our team in Westville. The Credit Vetting Clerk will play a critical role in facilitating the assessment of credit worthiness of potential customers. The ideal candidate should have a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. As a Credit Vetting Clerk, you will be responsible for evaluating financial information for completeness, verifying data accuracy, and acting as the link between our potential customers and our external credit insurer.

Minimum Requirements    

• Diploma/Bachelors Degree in Finance.
• Proven experience in credit vetting or a similar role within the financial services industry.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented approach with excellent data verification and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in using credit evaluation software, databases, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities to manage multiple applications within deadlines.
• Integrity and ethical behavior when dealing with sensitive financial information.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Credit Assessment: Collect, Review and progress credit applications and supporting documentation with our external credit insurers to assess the creditworthiness of individuals or businesses.
• Data Verification: Thoroughly verify the accuracy of information provided in credit applications and cross-reference against internal and external data sources.
• Communication: Collaborate with sales teams, clients, and potential customers to gather additional information, clarify details, and communicate credit decisions effectively.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate records of credit evaluations, decisions, and correspondence with customers, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Credit Limits: Assist in the verification of credit limits maintained on the ERP systems against Annexures provided by our credit insurers.
• Credit Monitoring: Assist with any requests from our credit insurers for additional information on respective and existing customers.
• Reporting: Generate regular and ad hoc reports on credit application status, approval rates, and other relevant metrics for management review.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the credit vetting process.
• Adherence to Regulations: Stay updated on relevant industry regulations and compliance requirements to ensure all credit-related activities are conducted within company policy.

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Job Description    

• RCL Foods is seeking a Process Engineer: Laboratory & Services to join our Sugar Business Unit. The role will be based at our Komati Mill.
• RCL Foods entrusts the Process Engineer to provide laboratory service to the factory and preparing of production related reports while adhering to budgets, and SHERQ goals in line with business objectives.

Minimum Requirements    

• BTech/BSc Chemical Engineering or equivalent qualifications.
• At least 4 years managerial experience in the Laboratory, Operational or Production environment, preferably with sugar manufacturing experience.
• Candidates should have advanced Computer literacy (LIMS, MS Office, and SAP) skills.
• SMRI 10-week course will be an added advantage.
• Self-starting, action-orientated individuals with well-developed communication skills should apply.
• The ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy is critical to this position.
• Be prepared to work standby and unplanned overtime.
• To be considered for appointment, candidate must be a South African citizen.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• The primary objective of this position is to provide laboratory service to the factory and preparing of production related reports while adhering to budgets, and SHERQ goals in line with business objectives.
• Management of laboratory, dispatch and water works, performance management and budget control.
• Ensure information is provided to plant operations to assist in production plans and objectives.
• Maintain plant integrity at optimum level and coordinate the maintenance of Laboratory, dispatch and water works equipment.
• Ensure that reports are accurate and on time.
• Compile and control expenditure on maintenance, operational, materials, employment, and capital budgets.
• Management of team (performance management, discipline, recruitment, training & development, leave, overtime, etc).
• Report and investigate accidents, incidents and implement preventative measures.
• Maintain high quality work standards, comply with RCL Sugar SHERQ requirements, and ensure good housekeeping in area of responsibility.

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Job Description    

• RCL Foods is currently seeking an Executive: Farming Operations to join our Sugar Business Unit. The role will be based in Malelane and report to the Director: Sustainable Cane Supply & Community Development.
• RCL Foods entrusts the Executive: Farming Operations to provide oversight over the RCL managed farming operations as well as provide agronomist and irrigation engineering support, through a team of specialists, ensuring best in class, safe farming practices and operations that deliver optimal sustainable yields while caring for the environment in a cost constrained environment.

Minimum Requirements    

• BSc or BTech in Crop Science or Agronomy or equivalent
• Advanced Management Qualification(s)
• Senior Certificate in Sugarcane Husbandry
• SASTA Membership
• Highly knowledgeable and experienced person with a minimum operational experience of 10 years or more on the following:
• Agronomy and soils health supported by necessary fertilizer practices
• Sugarcane husbandry, best farming practices / farming for the future
• Sustainable water and land use management
• Understanding of the sugar industry
• Commercial awareness of agronomic decisions  
• Project Management
• Cane Supply chain practices

To be considered for appointment, candidate must be a South African citizen and hold a valid driver’s license.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Strategy: Develop and implement a strategy to optimize and sustain operational results of Cane JVs and RCL Farms.
• Business effectiveness: Drive operational efficiencies through best practice and continuous improvement. Maximize yields while controlling costs and safeguarding the environment and employees.
• Stakeholder relations: Establish and maintain good relations with internal and external stakeholders through meaningful engagement, good communication.
• Human resources: Employ, retain and develop a highly skilled team that will be able to deliver business strategy in Cane JVs and RCL Farms.
• Information: Analyse key information, develop, and maintain a production information system for timeous reporting to senior management, boards, and other stakeholders.
• Leadership: Provide an enabling environment for an inclusive and high-performance culture.
• Projects: Management of project teams, structures, and the required reporting.

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Are you ready for a new challenge in your career?

• RCL FOODS is on the hunt for a qualified Retail Credit Supervisor to join the Vector Logistics Credit team. The role will be based in Bedfordview. 
• The role reports to the Credit Manager and requires an analytical individual with Credit Experience. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Minimum Matric
• Credit Management 4
• Diploma or Degree will advantageous
• At least 5 years’ experience in a credit and logistics environment
• FMCG experience specific to Retail Customers – Shoprite & OK Foods

Duties & Responsibilities    
Credit Management

• Ensure the credit controller distributes and customers receive statements, invoices or POD’s on time, to enable
• Check and release all discounts and rebates prepared by the Credit Controller before the close of month-end.
• Review stock tolerance journals and statements, where
• Ensure that credit notes are billed correctly to appropriate customer
• Release orders in the system once customer has been vetted daily
• Compliance with Business Process in order to have no Audit findings.

Customer Administration

• Review compliance with credit limits and possible non-conformances prior to credit limits being exceeded
• Review and action all transactions on 60 days
• Cash Forecast – 2 x weekly accurate forecasting per each customer account, daily Cash flow confirmed, daily Actuals balancing back to bank statement.

Claim Processing

• Authorize valid deals on the prepared pricing cover sheet and submit to claims department for
• Ensure that invalid claims are directed to the pricing department for further
• Ensure that pricing claims and credits have been
• Ensure all rebate claims are allocated to the correct principals within the SAP system and that all claims are accompanied by tax invoice numbers and the VAT number.

Returns Management

• Ensure that action is taken on reports of returns or damaged stock and that copies of the claims are obtained from the
• Communicate within the department if any credit has been passed to the

Invoicing

• Ensure that all branch and direct delivering invoices are paid
• Ensure that all invoices have valid proof of delivery adhering to customer specifications.
• Ensure that queries regarding unpaid invoices are followed up and attended to promptly.

Payment Processing

• Ensure that remittance is received from customers by the due date and ensure that payment is correctly allocated to customer
• Ensure that invoices or credit notes charged to incorrect accounts are corrected by journal entry to balance customer

Information and Data Management

• Ensure team members accurately and regularly capture data into the SAP system to enable access to reliable
• Share with and report relevant data, information and trends to management teams to facilitate reliable business decision-making.

Team Supervision

• Lead subordinates towards meeting strategy and targets through regular communication and utilization of full organizational talent management tool
• Conduct performance appraisals and supervise team succession and resource planning.
• Provide and schedule training based on team members’ development requirements and
• Coach and support team members where necessary to achieve
• Manage the employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company
• Build a high energy team to deliver accurate financial reporting and a culture of corporate governance
• Manage the activities of the team and ensure internal customer service requirements are
• Manage leave and general time management issues in line with organizational deliverables.

KPI’s

• Accuracy of credit processing
• Standing of customer credit
• Account reconciliation and payment according to terms and agreed pricing conditions
• Days outstanding
• Overdue payments
• Cash collection levels
• Query resolution

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Job Description    

• RCL Foods is seeking a Processing Manager to join our Baking (Speciality) Business Unit. The role will be based in Spartan and report to the Factory Manager.

RCL Foods entrusts the Processing Manager to manage the processing plant ensuring maximum efficiency whilst maintaining compliance with legislation, customer specifications and Company standards and processes. This will include:

• optimising the mix
• meeting the production plan targets
• optimising staff performance and business profitability
• minimising costs, non-conformances and down-time
• supplying the customer with the required quality products at the right time.

Minimum Requirements    

• Minimum of grade 12 AND 5 years relevant experience preferably in a unionised food processing plant with 2 years in a management position OR
• A Diploma/ Degree in production management/engineering and 3 years relevant experience
• Food manufacturing qualification would be preferable
• Minimum 4-5 years’ experience in Food-related FMCG Environment and 2-3 years Management position
• Food processing experience would be advantageous
• Knowledge of TQMS systems would be preferable
• Continuous Improvement methodology and skills

Duties & Responsibilities    
Strategy into Action Operationalization

• Provide input into the Business strategy by keeping up with the latest trends and developmental processing.
• Provide input into annual SIAs and execute on annual objectives.
• Provide input and contribute to the relationship between cross-functional processing teams ensuring service delivery

Operations Management

• Drive Processing asset productivity through agreed KPIs and efficiencies.
• Report on a weekly basis on actual Processing KPIs versus budget and address non-conformances promptly.
• Drive Processing’s appearance and image through maintaining high housekeeping standards.
• Respond to factors that cause variances against planned production and perform root cause analysis.
• Manage Processing yield factors and initiate plans to reduce losses.
• Analyze downtime, provide valid explanations for loss of production and put action plans in place to prevent reocurrence.
• Manage labour resources within budget to obtain required outputs.
• Liaise with New Product Development to ensure appropriate staff, equipment and materials are available to run successful trials.
• Guide and prepare the Processing team for customer and statutory audits.
• Work closely with planning department to align production capacities and product mix requirements.
• Continuously adjust manloading and equipment availability to meet the constant changing production plan and priorities.
• Monitor volumes and equipment and communicate any issues to the Factory Manager and Engineering Manager promptly.
• Work closely with the engineering department to ensure that equipment performance and maintenance priorities are aligned and changed to meet production requirements.

Safety, Health, Risk and Quality

• Monitor the Processing team to ensure all legislative and industry standards are achieved and prompt action is taken where required to ensure there are no areas of non-compliance.
• Chair and facilitate regular safety meetings and ensure action points are delivered upon.
• Drive the adherence and maintenance of ISO 22 000/ 14 000/ 18000 standards within the Total Integrated Management System throughout Processing.
• Ensure that documentation required for the Total Integrated Management System is applied consistently throughout Processing.
• Drive in-process quality control in line with the supply chain and external customer requirements throughout the processing plant.
• Ensure environmentally sustainable practices are implemented and adhered to and that resource usage is managed effectively (e.g. conservation of water, electricity and gas).

Maintenance Oversight

• Ensure that an equipment maintenance programme is formulated and implemented to maintain the working condition of equipment and schedule routine or non-routine maintenance.
• Monitor the execution of the maintenance programme to guarantee equipment performance as a key enabler of production outputs.

Financial Management

• Report and manage all input costs within area of responsibility and manage any over and under spend appropriately to ensure that issues are addressed before significant financial loss occurs.
• Authorize expenses within area of responsibility and within level of authority and monitor spending activity.
• Innovate and implement cost containment measures.

Contract Management

• Manage contractors and outsourced activity in area of responsibility against standard.

Project Management

• Manage project plans in conjunction with project teams.
• Oversee project implementation in area of responsibility.

Staff Management

• Lead Processing teams towards meeting strategy and targets through communication and utilization of the full talent management system.

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Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking an Admin Clerk on a Fixed Term Contract based in Bedfordview to process accounts and incoming payments for the Milling, Baking & Grocery divisions in compliance with financial policies and procedures as well as reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12/Matric.
• Financial Accounting qualification or studying towards advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years experience as an Admin Clerk or equivalent.
• Syspro systems experience would be advantageous.
• Must have MS Excel experience.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Processing account and incoming payments for milling, bakery & grocery divisions in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Processing cash receipts on a weekly basis for the grocery division on Syspro
• Liaising with credit controllers and supervisors for queries on the bank statements
• Resolving credit controller queries regarding incoming payments on the customer accounts
• Ensuring all incoming payments for the month are processed by month end cut off period.
• Clearing of payments for sugar division
• Maintaining banking files electronically.
• Obtain outstanding invoices and statements from suppliers (creditors).
• Requesting of the processing of purchase orders on SAP.
• Booking of flights for managers.
• Assisting with boardroom bookings – Outlook.
• Assisting with switchboard if & when required.
• Processing of authorizing workflows for purchase orders.
• Processing of receipting workflows for supplier invoices.
• Ordering of stationery and office supplies.
• Obtaining quotations for office furniture and office renovations if needed.
• Producing access codes for employees through Cloudsell application.
• Booking of parcels for credit controller on DSV system.
• Receptionist Ad hoc duties.
• Other Adhoc responsibilities as they arise for all clerks.