Job Vacancies at RCL FOODS

Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is searching for a Lab Analyst to join the Foods Division  based in Randfontein and report to the Senior Lab Analyst. The purpose of the role is to provide quality and food safety support to the manufacturing plants on laboratory quality systems.

Minimum Requirements    

• Minimum of a Matric and completed National Diploma in Food Technology / Biotechnology or Analytical chemistry qualification. 
• 2+ years' related experience and knowledge of ISO 17025. 
• Working knowledge on MS Office. 
• Good interpersonal abilities. 
• Strong attention to detail and excellent verbal & written communication skills. 
• Willing to work shifts & overtime

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Development, modification, verification and validation of methods
• Analysis of results, report, review and authorization of results
• Including statements of conformity or opinions and interpretations
• Communicate results to relevant Head of Department or Departments
• Analyse of incoming Raw materials, intermediate products and final products
• Recording of results on Database
• Follow up on product place on hold
• Perform analysis accurate according to test methods as provided
• Perform internal calibrations as per schedule
• Collection of samples for analysis as required
• Report of any issues to Laboratory Management.
• Verification of product identification provide by factory
• Working in manner to ensure safety to Co-workers and yourself
• All equipment to be handled as per procedure
• Report any failures of machinery to Lab Controller
• Assist with sample preparation for external testing
• Ensure sufficient retention samples are collected for storage for all products as stipulated
• Assist with clearance of retention rooms as per schedule
• Report any injuries to Technical Executive
• Provide mentorship to students during in-service training
• Take responsibility for the contents of the certificate which he /she is authorising.
• Have sufficient current knowledge of the method used, as well as the objectives of the test.
• Fully conversant with the managements system, ISO/IEC 17025 and SANAS R and TR documents.
• Check the correct use of SANAS symbol as per R04
• Analysis of Final and shelf live products according to product test checklist
• Make sure all the work of the shift is executed
• Evaluation and interpretation of final results
• Verify that all records related to the results under review are completed and compliance to requirements as set out in the management system are met.
• Check the correctness of data transfers on each report they are authorizing and sign as evidence of implementation. 
• Perform Technical Signatory Function in the laboratory ( as deemed by SANAS as per the schedule of accreditation)
• Review QC control charts daily and identify trends and initiate corrective /preventative actions where requires
• Handle the AAFCO Samples from Supplier to Laboratory.
• Summarize the report findings of Out of specification PT/ILC results and report them during laboratory meetings.
• May be required to fulfil adhoc tasks 

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Job Description    

• RCL FOODS, is on the hunt for a Credit Controller to join our Group Services team This individual will need to facilitate the achievement of customer collection targets, essential to the profitability of the Company, are met and to manage overdue accounts, reduce the Company’s risk and minimise losses.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric, Bookkeeping or Finance related Qualification
• Min 5 years FMCG Experience non -negotiable
• Must have worked on Shoprite/Checkers/OK Franchise Account
• Fully acquainted on the Shoprite policy and payment procedure

Duties & Responsibilities    
Credit Control

• Generate and dispatch invoices or PoD’s on time to enable
• Receive remittance advices from customers and allocate
• Process all discounts and rebates for the Credit Supervisor to release before close of month-end.
• Clear all allocated cash in the General
• Prepare stock tolerance journals accurately, matching all debits and credits on the SAP system.
• Prepare General Ledger accounts for authorisation and release before statements are
• Run statements on SAP prior to agreed monthly deadlines and distribute to customer

Customer Administration

• Maintain compliance to credit limits for each customer and highlight possible non- conformance to the responsible supervisor before they exceed defined
• Liaise with customers to inform them of the balances once statements have been distributed, to ensure interim payment is made or to assist with application/documents for increases in credit limits where indicated by the credit analysis report.
• Report on all transactions on 60 days plus to the Credit
• Process ‘stop supply’ instructions on SAP where customer non-payment payment has occurred, ensuring that all of the necessary instructions and authorisations have been received.
• Where possible, liaise with customers to rectify account problems before “stop supply” instructions are implemented.
• Advise customers when the account has been blocked and ensure that all necessary internal departments are aware of the status of the customer/account.

Claim Processing

• Investigate pricing claims on SAP, print invoices and review deals on the
• Obtain authorisation for valid deals on the prepared pricing cover sheet and distribute within the department.
• Schedule the claim on SAP for pricing where no valid deal exists and provide supporting documentation to the relevant team members for
• Manage stock claims (returns, damaged stock, shortage ) by initiating the document flow.
• Assess if credit has been passed on queries and, if it not, submit supporting documents electronically to the relevant
• Ensure stock claims are tracked on SAP and that queries are finalized and cleared within 90 days.
• Manage rejected claims by providing the necessary proof or backup documents to the customer – receive confirmation of payback within 90 days.

Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately
• Support and drive the business core
• Manage colleagues and client’s expectations and communicate
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and
• Champion training and development of self and others through utilising available training
• Participate in, and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.

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Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking a skilled Assistant NAM to join our Customer Team in Westville. The role will be reporting to the National Account Manager.
• 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 provide support to the National Account Manager in the smooth running of a portfolio of accounts, proactively manage all administrative tasks in a timely and anticipatory manner to ensure that both internal and external customer needs are fully met, control all aspects of point of material ordering and supply for the portfolio of accounts, manage developing accounts across all RCL FOODS product categories and revenue

Minimum Requirements    

• Marketing and sales degree or diploma
• Valid Code EB drivers’ license
• Minimum of 3 years of account management or administration experience

Duties & Responsibilities    

• National Account Support
• Assist in developing an ongoing relationship with the national account representatives.
• Understand and communicate the financial implications of all product changes.
• Undertake competitive market research regularly.
• 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.
• Attend corporate meetings with the NAM.
• Develop and maintain relationships with operations and planning staff.
• Manage price files are address related queries.
• Ensure the processing and despatch of orders are correct and on time.
• Interact with customers by phone, email, and in person.
• Schedule and conduct meetings with customer support personnel weekly as directed by the National Account Manager.
• Conduct regular analysis of customer product assortments.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations to facilitate new product placement and promotional activities.
• Set up planograms and product display as needed.
• Assist in the development and completion of professional sales collateral including, but not limited to, PowerPoint, Excel, Graphs, Charts and PowerBI.
• 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

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Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is searching for a Sourcing Specialist with a strong Commercial, Legal background to join our Group Services Division. This position will be based at our National Office in Westville, Durban and report to the Sourcing Manager.
• The purpose of this role is to support the Sourcing Manager to strategically source, negotiate, manage and evaluate Group contracts within a specific category, as well as to facilitate increased contract coverage and spend across the Group within the category.

Minimum Requirements    

• Degree in commerce/finance, supply chain management or a related field
• 3-5 years’ experience within a sourcing, project management and commercial management environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of economic indicators, cost drivers and cost analysis
• Demonstrated experience in project management
• Confidence to interact and work in cross functional teams
• Key Categories being managed include but are not limited to Nutritional Additives, Waste Management, Chemicals, PPE, Sales and Marketing, HR, Facilities Management and Business Services, etc.
• Drive Group Sourcing Savings via Pursuit Tracker and Coupa Tool advantegeous 
• Step change Forecasting capabilities via ETSA advantegeous 

Duties & Responsibilities    
Strategic Support

• Working with the Sourcing Manager to develop category strategy, sourcing exercises and general spend analysis.
• Partner with the Business and external service providers to determine business needs and apply professional sourcing and category management methodologies such as vendor rationalisation, utilising technology and flexible solutions to enhance user experience and minimise financial impact.
• Develop short, mid and long term strategies for the various sub-categories ensuring delivery at the most competitive cost.

 Operational Management

• Source new items and suppliers based on the specifications provided by the Business by researching industry/commodity trends.
• Supplier market interaction and obtaining samples for testing.
• Produce reports and present information to relevant Functions to highlight potential sourcing or saving opportunities and update the Sourcing Manager on actions where applicable.

Drive Group Sourcing Projects:

• Contribute to Group Sourcing Savings Targets by working on new projects as well as contract extensions & renegotiations.

Drive Group Contract Spend:

• Achieve Contract Spend Targets in both SAP and Syspro ERP systems.

Category Spend Management:

• Ensure Top Spend Categories are covered by Category Strategies.

Market Analysis and Forecasting

• Evaluate market conditions in order to develop sourcing strategies, maintain/improve quality and influence cost controls.
• Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities.
• Effectively communicate with internal cross functional teams on the current and future status of products and services markets.

Supplier Management

• Evaluate and ensure potential suppliers are capable of meeting the specified requirements.
• Negotiate the lowest possible cost for the products and/or services balanced against the optimum quality and schedule needs.
• Negotiate commercial terms & conditions
• Compile SLA’s
• Monitor Supplier performance against SLA’s.
• Maintain positive Supplier relationships.

Technical Expertise

• Provide ongoing advice and support on best practice to ensure continuous improvement in category contract sourcing and vendor management.
• Develop specialist knowledge on assigned category 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.
• Arrange for all new catalogues and suppliers to be promptly loaded on the SAP system.

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 on a frequent basis.
• Address and resolve amendments to the standard legal terms and conditions, prepare risk assessments for limitation of liability, etc.in conjunction with Group Legal.
• Ability to hold the Supplier accountable for non-conformances/ deviation 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 tenders/ RFQ’s for Group contracts in the specific category.
• Prepare tenders/ RFQ’s and compile tender analysis/ evaluation schedules.
• Coordinate invitations for tender and RFQ’s to the relevant suppliers.
• Communicate tender/ RFQ outcome to the business.