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KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge

• Organisational/business unit processes
• The sector and its offerings
• Sales planning
• Meeting sales goals
• Coaching
• Audit and compliance
• Recent laws and regulations

Skills

• Verbal and written communication
• Computer literacy
• Report writingInterpersonal
• Logical thinking
• Analytical thinking
• Decision making
• Presentation and facilitation
• Negotiation
• Organizational awareness
• Influence ciently in line with company procedures

Minimum Requirements    
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12/ Matric
• Valid Driver’s License (Code 10) with PDP
• 3 years’ experience in a sales function.
• Driver salesman experience beneficial.

Duties & Responsibilities    
KEY 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
• Evaluate on-the-job performance, and provide training on shortfalls

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, and handle customer complaints and queries

Deadline:28th July,2025

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Job Description    

• RCL Foods is recruiting for a driven, highly energized and customer focused Code 10 Driver Salesman within the baking business unit.
• The suitable candidate will be responsible to performs tasks / activities associated with the transportation and sales of bread and confectionary. Calling on customers (traders and retail chain stores), taking orders and delivering mainly from vehicle -frequently for cash and new customer acquisition.
• This role will be based in Kokstad and reporting to the Distribution Manager.
• This role is a Permanent role.

Minimum Requirements    
Education

• Grade 12, valid Driver’s License and v a l i d PDP.

Skills

• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English.
• Good numeracy

Experience

• Min 2 years driving experience working in FMCG. Experience in delivering and selling FMCG product for cash to existing and new customers.

General

• To maintain a valid Driver’s Licence and v a l i d PDP
• Expected to work over weekends and public holidays
• Expected to work overtime as required
• Expected to be on stand by and to come in to assist in the event of driver absenteeism.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Dress and Vehicle Duties

• Maintain a clean vehicle to ensure high levels of hygiene standards at all times.
• Wear and make use of the prescribed PPE clothing and equipment.
• Ensure driving compartment is clean and safe according to requirements for a work station in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Checks his vehicle according to the checklist specified by the company
• Enter any faults onto the checklist.
• Sign the checklist as acknowledgement of the vehicle condition
• Faults of a serious nature to be reported to the supervisor and the vehicle to be sent immediately to the workshop
• Arrange a replacement vehicle if the repair will take a longer time to repair
• Adherence to the statutory rules of the road, thereby ensuring the safety of himself, his passengers and other road user vehicles.
• Immediately report any theft of vehicle, fuel or equipment or damage to vehicle to Logistics Manager
• Immediately report damage to third party vehicles or property to Logistics Manager
• Accidents must be handled in terms of the company laid-down procedures for damage, injuries and death

Stock and Loading

• Check that actual stock loaded matches the orders placed.
• Discrepancies are noted and brought to the immediate attention of the Route Controller
• Once satisfied that the load is accurate, the driver to sign acceptance of the stock i.e., Loading Sheet
• Check number of crates on load and sign acknowledgement of amount that must be returned
• Check that vehicle has been safely loaded to ensure road safety is not compromised
• Inspect quality of stock being loaded and report any problems immediately to the relevant authority
• If no choice but to proceed with delivery of substandard stock, customer to be made aware of this fact and not force customer to purchase the goods.
• Driver to assist with loading as and when required

Van Assistants

• Driver to take responsibility for and supervise van assistant
• Ensure van assistant is present at work and if not, arrange a replacement through the correct procedure
• Ensure van assistant is presentable and deals with customers appropriately
• Train and coach van assistant to ensure he is meeting company standards
• Report performance problems with van assistant to the Route Controller/Supervisor
• Create a harmonious working relationship with the van assistant

Sales and Customers

• Always be friendly, helpful and respectful towards customers
• Look for opportunities to increase daily sales by increasing sales to current customers and by gaining more customers
• If potential new sales area, driver to report to supervisor and sales manager to investigate further
• Any potential or actual customer losses to be reported to supervisor. Every attempt to be made to win back the customer and to supply market info. Be proactive on the route
• Report any issues that may affect company service levels such as serious delays, difficult unloading conditions or other such problems
• Driver liaises with customers weekly to ensure that customer service levels are maintained and that customers are retained on their routes.
• Driver to implement promotions with customers as and when required.

Deliveries

• Driver to ensure that the stock delivered to customer is according to the customer’s order
• Where sales are being exceeded against orders, the driver to be aware of stock levels at all times to ensure all customers on the route are supplied with their order

Key Responsibilities

• If sales exceed actual amounts on truck, arrangements to be made via cell phone for replenishment of stock, either by means of an alternative vehicle or by returning to the bakery
• Should further stock not be available, apologize to customers that are short-delivered
• All customers to receive their order but where this is not possible, at least some of their order
• Secure orders for the following day’s delivery and give the orders timeously to the sales department
• Ensure all crates delivered, are recovered and returned to Sunshine Bakery premises on the same day
• Driver to deliver or collect other items/products to or from customers
• Collect finished products from other bakeries/drivers and delivering to the customer when there is a breakdown
• Transporting personnel, material and equipment to / from specific locations
• Perform crate recovery to monitor and minimise crate loses.

Transactional Duties

• Secure and safeguard cash, paperwork and company stock. Make use of vehicle safe at all times
• Immediately deposit cash in vehicle safe on receipt of it
• Be vigilant in regard to counterfeit notes or fraudulent activities
• Be aware of possible robbery attempts and driver to take necessary precautions to avoid risk
• Accurately complete and /or handle transactional documentation. These include but are not limited to invoices, delivery notes, loading schedules, crate control documents, vehicle log sheet, petrol slips, vehicle check lists, and other related forms
• Checking and inserting the relevant information (quantitative/ qualitativdetails of activities.
• Forwarding of all documentation to the relevant personnel / departments for processing and ensuring all monies and loafage is accounted for
• Accurate recording of the route data
• Selling bread at the authorised price.
• Invoices raised of delivery quantity to match cash received and other paperwork such as ‘to pay’ or ‘bread on truck’
• Cash ups to be completed by the driver, in the presence of the supervisor, on return from a route
• Cash to be dropped immediately to minimize company risk
• All monies or paperwork to balance so that stock sold balances with cash received
• Driver to sign for shortages within 24 hours
• Driver to investigate shortage within further 24 hours

Product/Service Competitor Analysis

• Collect competitor sales / customer information
• Collect competitor product information
• Obtain competitor products

General

• Drivers may be required to assist in any aspect of the business from time to time as required. In particular, drivers may be required to perform the duties of van assistant or loader.
• Comply with health and safety standards in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Report any health issues to the supervisor that could affect his ability to drive safely

Deadline:4th August,2025

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Job Description    

• At RCL FOODS, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond business. Our commitment to "We grow what matters" reflects our dedication to nourishing lives, communities, and the future. As a leading player in the Food Manufacturing industry, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and making a positive impact. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an analytical individual who pays attention to detail to join our team as a Commercial Analyst within our Group Services Division. 

The purpose of the role is to: 

• Manage the accounting for the Group Services Company (including Group Services, Group Functions and Food Division) monthly.
• Facilitate the achievement of the cost center owners targets by providing accurate, up-dated financial reports, handling queries and resolving issues.

Minimum Requirements    

• BCOM Degree (Accounting or other).
• Experience working within a finance team for at least 2 years (Handling accounting queries, Processing journal entries, Preparing reports)
• IT system knowledge and experience compulsory(SAP, BI CUBE).
• Execellent communication Skills

Duties & Responsibilities    
Accounting:

• Apply basic accounting principles to ensure costs and balances are recorded appropriately within Group Services.
• Analyse the monthly costs after close-off, investigate variances and prepare simple reports to explain the variances.
• Be able to identify and analyse the impact of costs on the cost centre target/forecast and have the foresight to communicate these with cost centre owners where applicable.
• Review of balance sheet of Group Services & RCL Foods Limited, checking the accuracy of the provisions, prepayments and deferred income postings amongst other accounts with may arise.
• Provide accounting support to cost centre owners through preparation of simple reports from the general ledger that illustrate the costs in an insightful manner for their review.
• Identification of the monthly accruals that are required.
• Preparation of monthly journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Resolving queries from cost centre owners, processing and the divisions on an on-going basis through appropriate investigation of general ledger and communication with relevant individuals.
• Deal with requests from the cost centres/divisions to move costs or raises invoices, by initiating workflows, creating journals or providing instructions to processing clerks , ensuring appropriate authorisations are obtained and following up that the task has been actioned.
• Review and analyse the cost centres for anomalies and misallocations of postings and resolve through investigation and interaction with cost centres owners.
• Collate all cost for the month within Group Services and recharge to the divisions. Ensure all chargeable costs are passed onto the divisions.
• Based on the review and analysis performed provide recommendations to cost centre owners on appropriate accounting practice, monitor behaviour and intervene where corrective action is required.
• Influence Group Services accounting behaviour and responsibility for accurate reporting through process improvement suggestions and implementation.
• Drive an efficient month-end process, be proactive with handling issues, interact with cost centre owners to set appropriate review deadlines and adjust the work plan accordingly. Meet with cost center owners to discuss costs and ensure all costs have been accounted for in the month under review.
• Drive month end review meetings with cost center owners to discuss monthly costs and highlight any material variances.
• Attend to Auditors queries arising from testing and provide related support and explanations.
• Prepare monthly Income Received in Advance recon. Reconcile to Group Services balance sheet balance. Track all funds received and record all outstanding funds. Consult HR learning Exec on amount to be recognised in the income statement.
• Verification and posting of travel accruals and actual travel.
• Payment of leased vehicles and fuel cards.
• Assist with implementation of processes regarding leased vehicles and fuel cards.
• Assist and support Group Commercial Manager on all accounting, commercial and process driven matters/adhoc exercises.
• Facilitate employee transfers across cost centers and divisions. Ensure that all related processes have been followed. E.g. payroll and HR notified, credit cards transferred, cost center salary transfers processed.
• Analysis of monthly transfers and impact on month end reports.

Commercial:

• Assist and support the Group Management Accountant to drive the Group Services, Group Functions and Food Division business plan and forecasts, hold discussions with the cost center owners to discuss the outcome and provide accounting support to them throughout the process.
• Update the Group Services, Group Functions and Food Division recharge model accordingly to ensure each division absorbs the appropriate amount of overheads.
• Manage the cost centre reports on the Performance Zone in the Cube.
• Use of technology (e.g. Power BI) to continuously improve and enhance reporting and variance analyses.

Deadline:31st July,2025

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Job Description    

• At RCL FOODS, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond business. Our commitment to "We grow what matters" reflects our dedication to nourishing lives, communities, and the future. As a leading player in the Food Manufacturing industry, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and making a positive impact.
• As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Machine Minder with our RCL FOODS Speciality Spartan operating unit. This individual will be responsible to maintain and operate processing line machinery to ensure optimum production and to maintain the condition of the machine(s).

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12/Matric.
• A first line maintenance course of equivalent would be preferable.
• Two years’ experience in a FMCG or mechanical environment.
• Knowledge of and use of hand tools.
• Knowledge of bakery equipment would be advantageous.
• Willingness to work shift patterns including some weekends.

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.
• 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.

Deadline:29th July,2025