Latest Jobs at RCL Foods

• We believe that the CUSTOMER is at the heart of our business, and we are looking for a CUSTOMER EXECUTIVE to effectively manage top end retail customers. This role involves leveraging customer insights and strategy to ensure effective account management and customer relationship management, ultimately achieving customer and channel objectives. In addition, develop business relationships by contracting new customers and expanding volumes/products. This role can be based in Durban or Gauteng.             

Minimum Requirements    

• Post graduate BCom degree or relevant.
• Valid Code EB drivers’ license.
• 10 years' experience in a marketing and sales function that includes managing complex and/or significant customer relationships and key/national accounts with at least 5 years in a management role within an FMCG environment.
• Strong Commercial and Supply Chain experience.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Channel Strategy Formulation and Implementation

• Formulate short and long-term channel strategies to deliver sustainable, profitable growth by key customers and prioritize services and initiatives by customer within the channel on the basis of demand.
• Determine the tone and direction the team takes with customers and work with cross functional teams to ensure alignment with supply chain initiatives.
• Monitor competitors, formulate proactive responses when required and perform an analysis.
• Manage key accounts at a strategic level and develop relationships that enable the achievement of channel plans.

Principal Market and Customer Insight Maintenance

• Research and analyse environmental and competitive conditions and customer needs.
• Analyse and track market, customer and channel trends and in-market measures at customer and channel level.
• Act as the Principal expert, understanding what drives service needs and customer behaviour.

Strategic Account Management

• Ensure that all accounts are profitably serviced for the company to achieve sales and revenue goals and leverage current alliances and customer relationships to further expand business development opportunities.
• Analyse sales statistics to determine business growth potential.
• Plot annual and long term objectives for accounts and ensure all volume and ‘basket’ and revenue targets are met.
• Facilitate the communication of a customer perspective to ensure that customer expectations are met.

Customer Relationship Management

• Manage all aspects of account profiles and ensure that customers have up to date knowledge of trends and performance statistics.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders in the market.
• Manage the presentations to and negotiation with key accounts.

Channel Planning and Execution

• Lead the channel management planning process and performance reviews to create customer-specific priorities and plans.
• Understand key drivers of profit and loss and actively support the achievement of financial targets including driving profitable service options at the channel or customer level, maximizing profitability, and identifying business opportunities.

Organizational Efficiency

• Implement and simplify appropriate business processes to increase organizational effectiveness and efficiency in support of key account requirements.
• Support corporate strategy alignment and business update meetings.

Staff Management

• Manage staff activities, ensuring service levels are met and coach and support staff to achieve objectives.
• Manage and deliver on succession plans to enable development of a future generation of leaders and specialists.
• Champion staff training and development and conduct regular performance appraisals with subordinates.
• Drive employment equity within the team.

Deadline:6th November,2026

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Minimum Requirements    

• 1-3 Years experience in direct store delivery required
• Intermediate computer and database application skills
• Valid drivers license and driving record within MVR policy guidelines

Duties & Responsibilities    
Inventory Optimisation

• Ensure high levels of housekeeping are maintained
• Conduct stock takes to ensure reconciliation between records and actuals
• Conduct daily cycle counts
• Daily and monthly couts of Chep pallets and ordering
• Maintain good relationship with production team and MRP team
• Ensure the roots report balances with physical stock in the warehouse

Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and slef-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
• Manage colleague's expectations and communicate appropriately
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and "go the extra mile" to meet team targets and objectives

Operational Wrehousse Management

• Provide direction to warehouse team on a daily basis including overseeing the assignment of individual responsibilities, tasks and technical functions
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within and between various operational teams and team members within span of control
• Conduct daily checks on all facilities, storage areas and equipment within area of responsibility, ensure compliance to all mechanical, electrical, safety and hazard standards and raise any areas of non-conformations for action
• Ensure that an extra truck is always available should the warehouse be full

Stock Control

• Ensure shelf life is in order to ensure that is has not expired using the FIFO system
• Prepare for and initiate stock take preparation ensuring that the entire process is embarked on and completed within the specified time frame

Deadline:4th November,2026

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• We are on the lookout for a passionate Van sheet Clerk. The role will be based in Polokwane and report to the Van sheet Supervisor  

Minimum Requirements    
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Matric (Tertiary education will be added  advantage)
• 1 year experience with accounting knowledge

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Good written and verbal communication
• Accuracy essential
• Attention to detail.
• Strong routine administrative skills
• Problem solving skills.
• Computer literacy – Syspro and Excel

Duties & Responsibilities    
 Van Sheet Processing 

• Process driver Van Sheets and internal documents  accurately and to the satisfaction of the Van Sheet 
• Supervisor (Stock in van, Credit notes, Credit  returns, manual invoices, etc. 
• All processing for the previous day to be completed on time.
• Maintaining good relations with drivers and  assisting drivers on driver queries relating to his  van sheet. 
• Driver’s/ IDC’s recon to be finalized on-time and  must be accurately signed by both the driver/IDC  and the recon clerk daily. 
• Immediately report any pricing dif ferences to the  relevant responsible person and the Van Sheet  Supervisor 
• Scan all POD’’s (Invoices and external  documentation) daily on Capisol and clear Capisol  que daily. 
• Ensure that credit note numbers are recorded on  the relevant claim document. 
• Scan all Claims on Capisol and match all claims  with the relevant credit note number f rom each  user before commencing with the current day’s  work 
• Ensure that the payment has been processed and  appears 

Deadline:6th November,2026

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• RCL FOODS has an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced Commercial Executive: Operations to join the Group Services Unit in Gauteng, driving commercial excellence and operational performance.

Purpose of the Role

• To maximise value across manufacturing operations through continuous improvement, effective cost management, and embedded financial controls. The role partners with operational leaders to drive sustainable savings, strengthen governance, optimise working capital, and improve overall business performance across manufacturing operations.

Minimum Requirements    

• Must have a CA(SA)
• NQF Level 8 Post Graduate Diploma or Honours Degree in Finance
• Professional registration with SAICA is required
• CIMA (advantageous)
• Professional registration with CIMA (advantageous)
• Up to 10 years' relevant experience
• Minimum 5 years' management experience
• Minimum 3 years' factory/manufacturing or operations experience
• Multi-category experience
• Proven leadership experience

Duties & Responsibilities    
Continuous Improvement and Savings

• Govern the continuous improvement savings framework, pipeline, KPIs, and benefits realisation.
• Drive initiatives that deliver sustainable savings and operational efficiencies across manufacturing operations.

Operational Cost Management

• Lead operational cost planning, budgeting, reporting, and performance analysis.
• Partner with operational teams to identify opportunities to improve cost performance and drive accountability.

Capital Expenditure Governance

• Oversee capital expenditure planning, spend controls, and governance processes.
• Monitor capital projects to ensure alignment with business objectives and approved investment criteria.

Working Capital and Inventory

• Drive effective stocktake, inventory, and working capital governance and improvement.
• Monitor inventory performance and support initiatives to optimise working capital.

Financial Controls

• Strengthen financial controls and governance across manufacturing and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and governance standards.

Operational Projects

• Lead or support operational projects focused on improving cost, controls, and business performance.
• Provide commercial insights and financial support to strategic operational initiatives.

Leadership

• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to the team.
• Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and delivery of business objectives.
• Develop talent and drive capability within the commercial operations function.

Deadline:7th November,2026

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• RCL Foods is looking for an experienced Process Artisan to join our Pies division in Krugersdorp. 
• The Process Artisan is responsible for machine operating, monitoring and ensuring optimal equipment performance, reliability, and production process efficiency through first-line maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, and continuous improvement activities.
• The role provides rapid response to machine and process-related issues to minimise downtime, improve equipment reliability, and reduce dependency on engineering resources for routine breakdowns and adjustments.
• The incumbent will perform running and static inspections, execute basic mechanical and electrical fault finding, support reliability and preventive maintenance initiatives, and drive equipment performance improvements while maintaining food safety, quality, and safety standards.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 essential
• Technical trade or Red Seal certificate (minimum) 
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in FMCG manufacturing in similar role.
• Experience in operating and troubleshooting automated production equipment.
• Experience in mechanical fault finding and equipment inspections.
• Proven ability to resolve machine breakdowns and process issues.
• Experience working with continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and production data

Duties & Responsibilities    
Machine Operation

• Operate and monitor production equipment to achieve production targets.
• Conduct machine startup checks, product changeovers, and line shutdowns.
• Execute technical process-related challenges.
• Optimise line efficiency and product quality.

First-Line Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and resolve routine mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical machine faults.
• Perform first-line corrective maintenance to restore equipment functionality.
• Replace approved wear components and consumables.
• Conduct fault-finding on sensors, drives, motors, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and machine assemblies.
• Escalate major breakdowns requiring specialist engineering intervention.

Equipment Reliability

• Conduct structured running inspections during production.
• Conduct static inspections during planned stoppages.
• Identify equipment deterioration and abnormal conditions.
• Report and manage defects through maintenance systems.
• Contribute to condition-monitoring activities.
• Support development and execution of machine reliability plans.

Preventive Maintenance

• Execute operator asset care and autonomous maintenance activities.
• Assist Engineering with preventive maintenance activities.
• Perform cleaning, lubrication, tightening, inspection, and adjustment activities.
• Verify machine readiness after maintenance interventions.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in root cause analysis investigations.
• Drive implementation of corrective actions.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, safety, quality, and efficiency.

Safety, Food Safety and Quality

• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP and food safety requirements.
• Complete quality checks and related documentation.
• Report quality deviations and equipment conditions that may impact product quality.
• Ensure safe operation of all equipment.
• Apply lockout and isolation principles where required.
• Identify unsafe conditions and corrective actions.
• Participate in safety audits and risk assessments.

Deadline:7th November,2026

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• RCL FOODS is seeking a versatile and commercially astute Management Accountant to join our Speciality team. We are looking for a strong decision-maker with innovative thinking and a passion for unlocking strategic value.
• The purpose of the role is to provide accurate, timely and commercially insightful financial information that supports operational decision-making, financial planning, cost control and performance improvement. The Management Accountant partners closely with Commercial, Operations and other functional stakeholders to strengthen financial governance, understand and challenge business performance, identify value-creation opportunities and support delivery of the Speciality strategy. The role is accountable for maintaining strong financial controls while translating financial and operational information into meaningful insights and actions that improve profitability, cash flow and operational performance.

Minimum Requirements    

• Preferably a CIMA or CA(SA) qualification.
• 3 to 5 years of management accounting experience, including commercial costing and exposure to processing or manufacturing environments.
• SAP experience is preferred, together with advanced Excel capability and exposure to Power BI or equivalent reporting tools.
• Good knowledge of FMCG or manufacturing environment. 
• Ability to interact at a senior level (Appropriate interpersonal skills and diplomacy)
• Valid driver’s licence 

Duties & Responsibilities    
Financial Reporting

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports in line with reporting deadlines.
• Drive the operational month-end reporting process, ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial results.
• Analyse actual performance against budget, forecast and prior periods, ensuring material variances are appropriately investigated and explained.
• Prepare weekly and monthly performance dashboards, management reports and supporting commentary.
• Ensure financial information is consistent, reliable and supported by appropriate reconciliations and documentation.
• Review material financial movements and unusual transactions prior to finalisation of results.
• Support month-end, year-end and ad hoc financial reporting requirements.

Financial Analysis and Performance Insight

• Analyse financial and operational performance to identify key business drivers, trends, risks and opportunities.
• Evaluate revenue, volume, margin, costs, profitability and key operational performance indicators to understand underlying business performance.
• Translate financial and operational data into clear commercial insights and actionable recommendations for management.
• Perform scenario modelling, sensitivity analysis and financial evaluations to support operational and strategic decision-making.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Coordinate the annual business planning, budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes in line with required timelines and guidelines.
• Partner with operational and functional stakeholders to develop robust, realistic and commercially supported budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain and continuously improve forecasting models and tools to support accurate and efficient planning.
• Develop and validate key financial and operational assumptions, ensuring alignment with expected business performance and strategic priorities.
• Analyse actual performance against budget and forecast, identify emerging risks and opportunities, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

Cost Management and Control

• Monitor and analyse operational costs, identifying key cost drivers, variances, risks and opportunities.
• Partner with Operations and cost centre owners to manage expenditure and strengthen cost ownership.
• Review cost allocations, overhead recoveries and other cost movements to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Identify and support sustainable cost-saving, productivity and efficiency opportunities.
• Analyse manufacturing cost performance and provide insight into areas impacting profitability.
• Provide stakeholders with clear, relevant and timely financial information to support effective cost management.
• Challenge expenditure and cost trends where performance falls outside expected parameters.

Business Partnering and Commercial Insight

• Act as a trusted financial business partner to Operations, Commercial and other functional stakeholders.
• Build a strong understanding of operational processes, key business drivers and the broader value chain.
• Translate financial information into clear commercial insights that support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Constructively challenge business performance, assumptions and proposed actions where appropriate.
• Provide guidance on the financial implications of operational and commercial decisions.

Stock Control

• Own and manage the end-to-end month-end stock count process, ensuring accurate and timely completion.
• Plan and coordinate stock count activities with Operations and relevant stakeholders, ensuring clear responsibilities and adherence to agreed timelines.
• Ensure appropriate stock count controls and procedures are applied and continuously assess their effectiveness.
• Review and validate stock count results, reconciliations and supporting documentation prior to finalisation.
• Investigate stock variances, identify root causes and drive corrective actions with accountable stakeholders.
• Ensure stock adjustments and financial entries arising from stock counts are accurate, appropriately supported and processed timeously.

CAPEX Management

• Own the CAPEX management and governance process within the area of responsibility, ensuring adherence to the applicable Limits of Authority.
• Review CAPEX applications prior to submission and provide appropriate commercial and business-case challenge.
• Evaluate proposed investments using appropriate financial measures, including return on investment, payback and other financial assessments where applicable.
• Ensure capital investment proposals are supported by robust assumptions and align with operational requirements and strategic priorities.
• Maintain visibility of the CAPEX pipeline and support management in prioritising investment requirements.
• Monitor actual, committed and forecast CAPEX expenditure against approved plans and budgets.
• Review CAPEX cash-flow phasing and challenge timing assumptions where required.
• Coordinate post-implementation reviews and assess actual benefits against approved business cases.
• Support the timely capitalisation and financial closure of completed capital projects.
• Complete CAPEX reporting in accordance with required timelines and governance requirements.

Reporting, Data and Systems

• Develop and maintain effective financial and operational dashboards, trackers and reporting tools to support business performance management.
• Ensure reporting data is accurate, complete, consistent and delivered within agreed timelines.
• Continuously improve and standardise reporting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy and usability.
• Identify and implement opportunities to automate manual reporting and financial processes.
• Support financial system implementations, enhancements and testing to ensure business and reporting requirements are appropriately addressed.
• Leverage SAP, Power BI, Excel and other available technology to improve reporting, analysis and decision support.

Governance, Risk and Audit

• Ensure adherence to relevant accounting standards, internal financial policies, governance requirements and Limits of Authority.
• Maintain effective financial controls across areas of responsibility.
• Act as a financial gatekeeper by appropriately challenging incomplete, inaccurate or unsupported financial transactions and workflows.
• Ensure financial transactions and approvals are supported by appropriate documentation and comply with applicable governance requirements.
• Identify, report and escalate significant financial control weaknesses or recurring areas of non-compliance.
• Support internal and external audit processes through timely, accurate and complete financial information and supporting documentation.
• Track audit findings and agreed corrective actions to resolution.
• Contribute to the continuous strengthening of the financial control environment.

Projects and Change Support

• Provide financial and Commercial support to strategic, operational and system-related projects.

Deadline:8th November,2026