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National Operations Manager

Closing Date
2026/01/03
Reference Number
RCL251229-1
Company RCL Foods
Job Title National Operations Manager
Functions Customer
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Westville
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL FOODS is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer that produces some of the country’s most-loved brands: Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks, and Selati sugar, just to name a few. At the heart of our culture and strategy is our Purpose – WE GROW WHAT MATTERS – which encapsulates our belief in collectively doing that little more to create a positive impact that matters. Visit our website at: www.rclfoods.com

RCL FOODS is seeking a skilled National Operations Manager to join our Customer Team in Westville.

The purpose of this role is:

To bring together the planning, organisation, implementation and measurement under one roof to foster growth and execution excellence.
To plan, organise and monitor implementation of the marketing, customer strategy through appointed in-store execution partners.
The role will be required to support the internal operations team with sales admin support namely: CRM systems, fleet, travel, budgets, dairies management, presentations and design of Power BI reports and interpreting of data with trends for the internal and external in-store execution teams to action.
Manage external relationships with merchandising and in store activation agencies
Minimum Requirements
BCOM Degree or equivalent in Sales
5 years’ experience in merchandising management/trade marketing
Duties & Responsibilities
Vendor Management: In-store Execution Partner Management (R250 mil)

Contract Oversight: Ensure compliance with contractual obligations to reduce risk and control costs.
Performance Monitoring: Define and track metrics for quality, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness.
Value Delivery: Ensure vendors consistently meet or exceed standards for optimal results.
Relationship Building:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure a broad spectrum of choices and avoid over-reliance on a few suppliers.
Act as the primary point of contact for vendors, facilitating communication and resolving issues.
Inventory Management:

Ensure sufficient inventory levels by coordinating with vendors and internal departments.
Route supplies to appropriate departments and manage vendor billing and disbursements.
Training and Development:

Train and develop Vendor staff on KPI`s and audits.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continuously improve vendor management processes.
Process Management/ Management of Administration

Type and format documents/confidential and routine reports and create presentations using word processing and related MS Office applications/ BI tools
Centralise Operations Execution Management

Work with marketing, customer marketing and customer teams to plan, organise execution briefs
Funnel all in-store execution requirements from internal stakeholders and approve execution plans
Track and monitor in-store execution teams performance through reports and insights
Data, Analytics and Report Management

Analytics Solutions: Design, develop, and deliver analytics tools that turn insights into actionable outcomes.
Leadership & Collaboration: Guide analysts, partner with technology teams, and foster data communities across business functions.
Reporting & Dashboards: Build self-service dashboards and reports to empower stakeholders and improve business performance.
CRM Insights: Understand user behaviour within CRM systems and champion enhancements for better user experience.
Ad-hoc Analysis: Perform on-demand data analysis as needed.
Budget Management (10 million)

Budget Planning & Development: Create annual budgets and forecasts; set goals with department heads.
Financial Analysis: Review revenues, expenditures, and cash flow; report variances and recommend improvements.
Monitoring & Compliance: Track performance, analyze trends, and support decision-making.
Resource Allocation: Manage cash flow, control costs, and ensure spending aligns with approved limits.
Strategic Alignment: Forecast future needs, assess risks, and facilitate cross-department communication.
Assist with the Planning for the Development Consultant Teams/ Trainers/ Digital Sales Agents

Collaborate with regional teams to optimize outlet targeting models, allocate resources cost-effectively, and refine strategies for maximum ROI. Oversee data analysis and strike rate planning.
People Management

Lead and coach teams, manage performance, ensure service standards, and guide both direct and indirect reports, including external consultants.
Technology

Maintain and improve sales support systems, benchmark against best practices, and work with partners and service providers to meet operational and tender requirements.

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Depot Controller

Closing Date
2026/01/02
Reference Number
RCL251219-1
Company RCL Foods
Job Title Depot Controller
Functions Operations/Manufacturing
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Kokstad
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL Foods is recruiting for a driven, highly energized Depot Controller within the baking business unit.

The suitable candidate will be responsible for managing the day to day operation of the depot.

This role will be based in Kokstad and reporting to the General Manager.

This role is a Permanent role.

Minimum Requirements
Education
Grade 12
Tertiary qualification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Skills
Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English.
Good numeracy
Good computer literacy – especially Excel and e-mail

Experience
Minimum 5 years supervisory/management experience in distribution/operations in a similar role
FMCG experience
Experience working with JDE advantageous

Duties & Responsibilities
Operational Duties

• Managing the day to day operations of the depot
• Ensure compliance to Standard Operating Procedures in terms of dispatch, cash office, logistics and sales
• Ensure depot adheres to food and health and safety requirements
• Ensure adherence to storage and transportation legislation

Logistics

• Plan delivery routes to ensure optimal efficiency
• Liaise with Fleet Manager to ensure company fleet is in good working condition at all times
• Ensure company fleet is clean at all times
• Ensure good record keeping for company fleet

Sales

• Work with sales team to set targets and encourage sales growth in the region
• Ensure excellent customer service and swift resolution of customer complaints and problems
• Visit key customers and prospective new customers to increase sales volumes
• Work with sales team to minimize returns
• Work with sales team to prevent crate losses and ensure full crate recovery

Administration

• Investigate driver shortages on cash up
• Administer disciplinary action on driver cash shortages where neccessary
• Assist to prepare annual budget
• Monitor actual verses budgeted spend and take action when out of line
• Present monthly report of Depot KPI’s and explain variances
• Implement action plans to improve performance indicators.
• General office administration which includes filing and employee administration

People Management

• Set daily objectives for staff, ensuring full productivity and value add to the business
• Manage staff performance weekly and give regular feedback, taking disciplinary action when necessary and giving recognition where it’s due.
• Conduct formal performance reviews twice yearly
• Hold weekly meetings with staff
• Leave planning, ensuring no leave is lost
• Ensure rosters in place for team
• Participate in recruitment of new employees

General

• Attend monthly meetings with Durban management team

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Miller

Closing Date
2026/01/15
Reference Number
RCL251218-1
Company RCL Foods
Job Title Miller
Functions Engineering
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Pretoria West
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL FOODS is seeking a Miller to join our Baking Division. The role will be based in Pretoria West and report to the Head Miller. The successful applicant will be responsible for efficient and cost-effective operations of all mills while ensuring all finished products adhere to specific quality criteria, and all stipulated targets and measurements to be attained daily.

Minimum Requirements
Qualified Miller that is trade tested in maize milling technologies preferably (Wheat and Maize will be ideal)

Minimum 3 years of milling experience in a high-capacity plant

Fumigation and Grading Certification

Advanced milling qualifications will be an advantage

Duties & Responsibilities
Operational Tasks Roller Mills:

Ensure break releases on Wheat Mills are carried out on a weekly basis as per instruction.
Ensure no build-up of stock on roll feed plates.
Ensure all scrapers and roll brushes are checked per shift and changed if necessary
Ensure roll hopper exhausts are fully operational per shift

Plansifter:

Ensure all sifter maintenance is carried out as per requirements and schedules
Ensure any burst covers are replaced on shift
Ensure all inlet/outlet sleeves on sifter and purifiers are intact
Ensure screens of all turbo sieves on Germ system is intact, clean and machine inside cleaned out regularly

Purifiers:

Ensure all purifier brushes are fully operational and in good condition at all times Air tunnel on top of machines are clean and purifiers set.
Ensure covers are taut and not blinded at all times
Ensure correct separation on all concentrators and maize mill aspirators

Aspiration and Exhausts:

Ensure manometer reading on all filters is on acceptable levels
Ensure pneumatic hammer and pulsing unit on filter is working at all times
Ensure heater banks running at correctly controlled temperature at all times General Routine checks on efficient running of milling machines set by Mill Manager
Ensure correct flour stocks are available in correct location as required by scheduling system Correct setting and balancing of Milling machines
Ensure performance rate of 95% maintained on all mills Quality
Ensure Pekar tests are done twice per shift on all finished products
Ensure all finished products are tested on shift using Diode Array machine and recorded in quality book Ensure quality standards on all finished products are kept to agreed specifications
Ensure reduction in waste and adopting lean manufacturing principles

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Sales Representative – Stilfontein

Closing Date
2026/01/18
Reference Number
RCL251217-2
Company RCL Foods
Job Title Sales Representative – Stilfontein
Functions Customer
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City All Towns
Location – Province North-West
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL FOODS is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer that produces some of the country’s most-loved brands: Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks, and Selati sugar, just to name a few. At the heart of our culture and strategy is our Purpose – WE GROW WHAT MATTERS – which encapsulates our belief in collectively doing that little more to create a positive impact that matters. Visit our website at: www.rclfoods.com

We are on the hunt for a Sales Representative to join our Baking Division. The purpose of this role is to ensure efficient customer service is maintained in order to increase sales volumes and improve market share. This role will be based in Stilfontein and report to the Divisional Sales Manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• Degree in Sales or Management or equivalent
• 2 years’ experience in a FMCG environment
• Valid EB drivers licence (Code 8)

Duties & Responsibilities
Set Sales budgets volumes monthly will be achieved

• Monthly action plans to be provided and implementation of a minimum of 4 Displays per month
• Conduct weekly reviews meetings with agents
• Compile monthly action plans to achieve targets by customer.
• A set route list will be followed weekly
• Establish good relationships with all store and regional managers.
• Agent Management
• Weekly sales meetings Friday 08:00 will be attended
• Distribute and share sales information, sales statistics, etc. weekly

Promotions

• Implement promotional plan to achieve volumes
• Manage promotions Monthly actions
• To achieve or exceed the monthly sales budgets
• To demonstrate and promote the sales of Bread
• Friday promotions will be conducted and Saturday when applicable

Agent Management

• To ensure weekly communication sessions.
• To co-travel with the agent sales staff (management) weekly
• To establish weak points with agents and to rectify them
• To ensure the agents are aware of all Marketing activity, and that this is executed
• Ensure that the agents effectively manage the shelves

Objectives and Key Tasks

• To Develop a regular calling cycle with all traders in the area and continually canvass for new business
• Continually ensure correct merchandising and otherwise promote the display of all company products in all outlets, using all displays material.
• Negotiate continually for more and improved shelf space for the company products in all outlets
• To identify opportunities to increase sales via existing customers and obtaining new customers in conjunction with or without the agents and sales staff
• To maximize sales and grow our market share
• To provide assistance to agents and customers
• To establish and maintain excellent customer service levels

Reports (Weekly)

• Sales activity
• Opposition activity
• Achievements
• Agents performance versus budget
• Your sales volumes versus budget
• Sales Staff performance and actions
• Points of interest & issues

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Warehouse Supervisor

Closing Date
2026/01/09
Reference Number
RCL251217-1
Company RCL Foods
Job Title Warehouse Supervisor
Functions Supply Chain
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Randfontein
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL FOODS is searching for a Warehouse Supervisor to join the Groceries Division. The role will be based in Randfontein and will report into the Warehouse Controller.

The Warehouse Supervisor will be responsible to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the warehouse, balancing responsibilities related to inventory management, staff supervision, safety compliance, process optimization, and customer service.

Minimum Requirements
Must have BCom Logistics (or equivalent Diploma), experience in an FMCG warehouse advantageous / Grade 12 with more than 5 years’ warehouse experience (3 of which should be in a leadership position).
Must have NQF 6 or higher qualification in Supply Chain, Engineering, Logistics or an equivalent qualification with at least 5 years’ experience in a warehousing environment (2 of which should be in a leadership position).
Working knowledge of a WMS and ERP system (Syspro and flow centric preferable).
Working knowledge of MSOffice, intermediate level in Excel.
Sound knowledge of warehousing and distribution.
Duties & Responsibilities
Inventory Management:

Overseeing the receipt, storage, and dispatch of stock.
Implementing inventory control measures to ensure accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
Conducting regular stock audits and cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
Supervision and Coordination:

Managing warehouse staff, as appropriate.
Assigning tasks and monitoring performance to ensure efficiency and productivity.
Coordinating with other departments such as Production,
Exports, Call Centre, SHEQ, and Sales to meet operational requirements.
Safety, Quality and Compliance:

Enforcing safety procedures and standards to maintain a safe working environment.
Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and RCL company policies.
Conducting regular safety inspections and toolbox talks for warehouse employees.
Implementing quality control procedures to maintain product integrity and minimize stock damages.
Handling product returns and implementing appropriate disposal or reprocessing procedures.
Optimization of Processes:

Continuously improve warehouse operations to optimize space utilization and workflow efficiency.
Identifying opportunities for cost savings and waste reduction (Best in Class opportunities).
Documentation and Reporting:

Maintaining accurate records of inventory levels, transactions, and warehouse activities.
Generating reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as inventory losses, order fulfillment rates, and productivity.
Providing regular updates to management on warehouse performance and operational issues.
Equipment and Maintenance:

Managing warehouse equipment and ensuring proper maintenance and repairs.
Coordinating with maintenance staff or external vendors for equipment servicing.
Evaluating the need for new equipment or technology to improve warehouse operations.
Customer Service and Support:

Ensuring timely and accurate order processing and fulfillment to meet customer demands.
Handling customer inquiries or issues related to warehouse operations and logistics.
Collaborating with customer service teams to resolve any delivery or inventory-related concerns.
Team Development:

Providing training and development opportunities for warehouse employees.
Conducting performance evaluations and setting goals for team members.
Fostering a positive work environment and promoting teamwork and collaboration.
Adherence to Policies and Procedures:

Enforcing company policies, procedures, and regulations within the warehouse (most notably food safety and pest control).
Implementing security measures to prevent loss or theft of inventory.
Responding to emergencies or incidents promptly and appropriately.

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IT Project Coordinator (6 Months Fixed term contract)

Closing Date
2026/01/03
Reference Number
RCL251215-3
Company RCL Foods
Job Title IT Project Coordinator (6 Months Fixed term contract)
Functions IT
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Westville
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country South Africa
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 IT Project Coordinator (FTC) within our Group Services operating unit.

The IT Project Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the operational aspects of the IT Application and Technology PPO Delivery teams, this role supports a portfolio that consists of multiple, cross-functional projects varying in complexity, scope, and duration. Supports Project Managers on the financial, lifecycle, planning and reporting practices of the IT Project Portfolio. In addition, the role will assume full responsibility for coordinating the submission of IT Suppliers billing, ensuring accuracy of billing against what was agreed contractually and tracking actuals to budget by supplier, highlighting and explaining variances. The role will take full responsibility for formulating a strategic and operational IT contract register, playing a pivotal role in triggering the contract renewal process.

This is a 6 months fixed term contract role.

Minimum Requirements
Diploma / BCOM Degree in IT, Finance or Supply Chain

2-3 years’ experience with exposure to contract management principles and supplier cost management

Experience in finance or cost accounting would be advantageous

SAP Experience will be an added advantage.

Duties & Responsibilities
Project Portfolio Coordination:

• Ensure Project Ideas are logged into PPO with the correct classification
  of IT Application and Technology projects.
• Ensure that IT related projects are timeously and consistently reported
  on.
• Where appropriate, ensure the following essential project documents
  are completed and appropriately circulated and safeguarded:
  o PPO Project Charter Document
  o Conceptual Design / Business Blueprint
  o PPO Project Management Plan
  o PPO Major Project Closure Report
  o PPO Business Need / Benefit
  o PPO MMR and Minor Project Closure Notification
  o PPO Project Customer Acceptance Certificate
• Maintain current statements of work for all contractors; track and approve contractor invoices in a timely manner.
• Track Project Budget to actual spend.
• Drive IT project portfolio best practices and disciplines across all RCL Foods operating entities ensuring consistency of project management practices and ensuring an accurate comprehensive view of the enterprise-wide IT Portfolio.

Contract Coordination:

• Formulate and maintain an enterprise-wide view of IT related key strategic and operational contracts reflecting nature of the contract, contract start and termination date and cost commitment.
• Proactively report on approaching contract terminations and drive the contract renewal process.
• Formulate and maintain an enterprise-wide view of IT related key strategic and operational licenses
• Proactively manage license renewals by means of an early warning trigger mechanism with an aim to ensure all license are renewed timeously
• Assist the Group Technology Executive in contract financial management, validating cost and services rendered and oversee Vendor payment recon.
• Track and monitor approval of contracts and ensure it is within the Company approved Levels of Authority.
• Oversee and drive the administration of contracts up to point of payment process.

Supplier Billing Co-ordination

• Stream-line the IT Supplier billing process and drive billing efficiencies across ALL key Service Providers
• Create and maintain an IT billing summary template aligned to Service Provider Account Management
• Track and ensure accuracy of invoiced actuals to contractual agreement, recording actuals against IT Budget, understanding and explaining variances.
• Identify and recommend on service areas for opportunity of cost containment
• Participate and provide input into the annual budget process with an aim to create a forecast for balance of current financial year as the baseline for new financial year budget formulation.
• Coordinate and report on monthly Contracted Opex Spend and Project based one-time recovery spend.
• Ensure there is a clear differentiation between Capex and Opex related invoices and the relevant process and applicable stakeholders are applied and adhered to.
• Ensure all supplier accounts are reconciled and paid according to RCL FOODS terms and agreed pricing conditions
• Ensure all charges for services rendered are in line with agreed contracts and pricing agreements
• Ensure continuous engagement with Procurement, Finance, and Legal Departments to ensure issue/queries, billing protocol and ways of working are aligned and proactively followed.
• Ensure accurate and pertinent information is captured on all workflows to ensure sufficient clarity is provided to all approving parties in turn enabling access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis.
• Create and maintain a template framework for all supplier/entity workflows ensuring consistency of reporting and periodic references on queries raised.
• Ensure holistic view of supplier billing database is maintained.
• Create and maintain a template framework for all supplier/entity workflows ensuring consistency of reporting and periodic references on queries raised
• Ensure holistic view of supplier billing database is maintain.

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Basic Operator

Closing Date
2026/01/11
Reference Number
RCL251215-2
Company Siqalo Foods
Job Title Basic Operator
Functions Operations/Manufacturing
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Boksburg
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
Siqalo Foods a subsidiary of Remgro and sister company of RCL Foods is seeking x2 Basic Operators to be based in Boksburg and report to the Shift Production Manager. The purpose of this role is to safely operate, set up and maintain allocated equipment in the packing hall in order to ensure efficiently packed finished products, according to production requirements.

Minimum Requirements
N3 NQF Level 3 Matric M/S 1 years’ experience

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Assistant Category Manager

Closing Date
2026/01/11
Reference Number
RCL251212-4
Company RCL Foods
Job Title Assistant Category Manager
Functions Customer Marketing
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Westville
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL FOODS is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer that produces some of the country’s most-loved brands. At the heart of our culture and strategy is our Purpose – WE GROW WHAT MATTERS – which encapsulates our belief in collectively doing that little more to create a positive impact that matters. Visit our website at: www.rclfoods.com

We have an opportunity for an Assistant Category Manager within our Customer Marketing Team, supporting the Pies category. The role will be based in Westville and report to the Category Manager.

RCL Foods entrusts the Assistant Category Manager to:

• Support the Category Manager to drive category growth
• Administer and manage projects, analytics, and Go-To-Market initiatives to achieve category volume and profit objectives, as assigned
• Assist in gathering, compiling, and analysing customer, category, shopper, and channel performance, trends, and competitive intelligence.
• Engage with key internal stakeholders to ensure execution excellence through all key Demand Functions.

Minimum Requirements

• A Degree or Diploma in Marketing or Business Management (3 years).
• 2 to 3 years relevant experience in a similar environment.
• Valid Code EB drivers’ license.

Duties & Responsibilities
Category Planning:

• Support the Category Manager in annual business planning process through data analysis, insights and identification of growth opportunities.
• Support the development of proposals and recommendations for customers in executing category management projects, including, NRM (Net Revenue Management) initiatives
• Liaise with the operations team to ensure smooth implementation of initiatives.

Category Management:

• Support the category measure and review category performance, margins and customer profitability.
• Analyse shelf health, pricing data, product availability and visibility, work Category Manager to consolidate feedback into actionable plans for the customer team to implement.
• Execute brand standards (brand DNA) and support development.
• Conduct periodic reviews of planograms and ranging to ensure maximised shelf efficiency.
• Continuous monitoring of competitor landscape.
• Support in preparation and analysis of category reviews for Customers including assortment analysis, category performance and ranging

Innovation & Shopper Support:

• Assist the Category Manager in development of new product launch plans
• Support the preparation of Category stories and Trade presentations
• Execute new product launch plans including tracking
• Ensure all marketing material is within brand CI across the brands
• Build and deliver always on digital shopper comms to support shopper conversion
• Ensure that critical customer information is available to the customer team

Information Analysis, Management and Reporting:

• Analyse and interpret key data to provide feedback on category performance and drive actions
• Assist in the compilation of business reports, presentations and category performance analysis (incl. causes of deviation) with an eye on NRM practices.

Financial Management:

• Support in management of the customer marketing spend budgets within agreed limits and ensure that all initiatives are shown to be commercially sound
• Execute specific elements of the NRM Program, e.g. promo analysis as per agreed targets
• Understand key drivers of profitability and revenue growth to assist in achievement of targets

KPI’s:

• Business growth targets – volume, revenue and profit
• Execution of customer plans and specific projects KPIs
• Digital and social metrics and measurements
• Shelf space and product availability
• Accuracy of reporting

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National Account Manager

Closing Date
2026/01/10
Reference Number
RCL251211-1
Company RCL Foods
Job Title National Account Manager
Functions Customer Marketing
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Westville
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL FOODS is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer that produces some of the country’s most-loved brands: Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks, and Sellati sugar, just to name a few. At the heart of our culture and strategy is our Purpose – WE GROW WHAT MATTERS – which encapsulates our belief in collectively doing that little more to create a positive impact that matters.

Visit our website at: www.rclfoods.com

RCL FOODS is seeking a skilled National Account Manager to join our Customer Team in Westville. The role will be reporting to the Customer Executive.

The purpose of the role is to make all strategic operations and logistics decisions that fall within the ambit of responsibility and relate to assigned national distributors. Should be able to immediately solve all operational, logistical and distributor-related problems within the ambit of responsibility as well as identify and implement innovations, particularly those that will increase market share and the number and range of products being introduced into assigned distributors.

Minimum Requirements

Marketing and sales degree or diploma.
Valid Code EB drivers’ license – with ability to travel.
Minimum of 4 years of account management, customer related and administrative experience.
Minimum of 2 years of experience using data and insights platforms.
Duties & Responsibilities

Overall Responsiblities

To develop and maintain RCL Foods products within distributors nationally.
Provide distribution leadership through formal partnering with key distribution platforms and serving as the primary distributor contact for the RCL Foods – Food Solutions
channel.
To represent the distributor’s best interests within the RCL Foods environment so that their needs (commercial, distribution, development, marketing, operational spend, etc.) are always satisfied.
To develop and manage distributor relationships with national key accounts, in conjunction with the responsible National Accounts Manager. Facilitate the national accounts strategic plan.
Work closely with Marketing, key accounts, commercial to ensure the overall key accounts target achievement in conjunction with total distributor targets.
Distributor Management:

Develop distributor strategy in accordance with the overall channel strategy.
Conduct regular reviews of business performance and promotion strategies.
Forecast demand and feed that into the S&OP process.
Continuously review and monitor distribution efficiencies nationally.
Supply Chain and Distribution Management:

Develop and maintain strong executive relationships with assigned distributors.
Manage regional stock availability issues with Factory/ Direct -Depot/Vector/ KLL depots in conjunction with operations.
Distributor Financial Management:

Drive national distributor volume budget achievement.
Manage distributor advertising spend.
Team Coordination and Supervision:

Ensure that all key Account Managers/ Marketing upload all activities onto the Bidvest sales support platform – Achiever.
Regular interaction with the operational team highlighting new available information, activities or upgrades to the Achiever platform.

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Continuous Improvement Specialist

Closing Date
2026/01/14
Reference Number
RCL251210-1
Company RCL Foods
Job Title Continuous Improvement Specialist
Functions Operations/Manufacturing
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Centurion
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL FOODS is seeking to employ a Continuous Improvement Specialist for the Baking Division. The role is based in Centurion and will report into the Factory Manager.

The Continous Improvement Specialist plays a pivotal role in driving our operational strategy and objectives. You will lead the implementation of short/medium-term strategic projects, analyse complex operations, workflows, and production processes to enhance efficiency, and ensure our products meet the highest quality standards. This role involves designing and overseeing systems that maximize productivity, reduce waste, and encourage cost-effectiveness through innovative cost-saving initiatives.

Minimum Requirements
B-Tech or Degree in Industrial Engineering or Chemical Engineering

5 years of industry experience within Food or FMCG environments.

Proven experience with Lean and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Exceptional critical and curious thinking abilities.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Keen attention to detail.

Deep insight into manufacturing and operations.

Proficiency in MS Office, particularly strong Excel skills.

Strong coaching and mentoring skills within Operations.

Duties & Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:

Lead the business in driving operational strategy and objectives.
Define and implement new operational strategies, working closely with the Operational team on special projects.
Advanced Analysis and Design:

Conduct in-depth capacity planning and performance analysis.
Analyse complex operations, workflows, and production processes to identify inefficiencies.
Design and implement reporting tools/ systems at operator level
Design control systems aimed at minimizing costs and production issues.
Project Management and Implementation:

Manage new product development plans to ensure seamless integration into plant setups.
Develop and implement comprehensive process improvements and technological upgrades.
Ensure successful and sustainable project implementation through frequent process audits and reviews.
Conduct post-implementation reviews to ensure successful delivery and identify improvements for future projects.
Training and Development:

Provide advanced training and coaching to staff on new processes, fostering a Lean culture.
Work closely with shopfloor to identify training needs as well as conduct training related to loss analysis, loss reporting
Act as a catalyst for culture change towards high-performance excellence.
Continuous Improvement:

Develop tools to measure efficiencies, identify trends, and detect process variations as part of a continuous improvement system.
Advise on and initiate corrective actions to address key business metrics at risk of deviation.
Drive problem solving opportunities
Identify and motivate for new investment opportunities (CAPEX) for future growth.
Relationship Building:

Build and develop relationships with internal and external customers to address and exceed customer expectations.
Deliver coaching on new developments, processes, and ways of working.

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Boiler House Fitter Artisan

Closing Date
2026/01/04
Reference Number
RCL251204-3
Company RCL Foods
Job Title Boiler House Fitter Artisan
Functions Engineering
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Boksburg
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL FOODS seeks a Boiler House Fitter Artisan to join Siqalo Foods Division. The role will be based in Boksburg and report to the Site Services Lead.

The purpose of this role is to provide multidisciplinary engineering and operations skills to ensure general maintenance is carried out within prescribed guidelines. The responsibility of the role includes installing, maintaining, and repairing and machinery, equipment, and fixtures. It also consists of ensuring that work is in accordance with relevant codes of practice and standards.

Minimum Requirements
Completed N3 and relevant Mechanical Trade Test
Minimum 5 years of experience is required
Experience with boilers, Pumps and conveyors will be an advantage.
Drivers license essential.
To be willing to do the required stand-by duty.
To ensure that all call-outs are answered promptly and efficiently.
To be willing to perform work outside of normal working hours.
Welding training will be an atvantage.
Knowledge and Skill

Must have professionalism when presenting yourself to others in your field of work.
Must be able to “think out of the box”
Must be able to monitor each machine and know how to repair them using his / her skills.
Excellent communication skills
Problem Solving

Technical and analytical skills are required
Customer Relationships

Customer Relationships
Internal:

Site services lead
Boiler operator
Process Engineers
Instrumentation artisan
Maintenance lead
Maintenance Planner
Plant Controller
Engineering Store Supervisor
External:

Contractors
Suppliers CEOCO and SDGI
Decision Making

Quick and decisive decision making taking into account Food Safety, Hygiene standards and Safety of personnel and equipment
Duties & Responsibilities
Leadership

Managing to work in a team dynamic with boiler operators and artisans in the boiler house.
Management of the day-to-day activities and outputs of all activities independently.
Must be able to be manage understanding of machine drawings to improve performance and reduce downtime.
Managing scheduled tasks in the area of responsibility by participating in planned activities and executing them according to the requirement of the plant.
Drives company behaviours, beliefs, and morale within the team.
Support the artisans and operators around the responsibility on the execution of their tasks.
The individual must be able to manage parts needed and be able to work with Engineering planner on preventative planned tasks.
Performs work inspections and checks for completeness of tasks and compliance with legislative, SHEQ and in-house maintenance procedures.
Determines material, equipment, and supplies to be used and ensure that these are ordered and available at the worksite, in conjunction with Maintenance Planner and Superintendent.
Uses planned maintenance schedules to co-ordinate the daily activity in their role as an artisan.
Gives input into the feasibility of projects by analysing proposed technology/solutions.
Gives input into annual factory shutdown planning.
Participate in problem-solving. Must be able to handle/understand problems encountered with machinery and find a solution with urgency.
Must be able to use Root Cause analysis tools to complete the Works Order.
Repairs and Maintenance

To ensure efficient and cost-effective maintenance of mechanical equipment and machinery in area of responsibility by assembling, installing, testing, inspecting, and maintaining by using of hand tools and power tools.
To be proactive in identifying potential faults/breakdowns before they occur by inspecting instruments and electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards and defects.
Diagnoses and interprets problems (fault finding) to optimize production output and with own team carries out the plant repairs.
Makes recommendations for continuous improvement.
Involved in WCM activities.
Ensures that service levels are maintained at the required standards by carrying out all breakdown, preventative, and predictive maintenance effectively.
Drive breakdown reductions by analysing breakdowns, complying with the PPM requirement and implementing Continuous improvements
Participates in strategic engineering plans to deliver maintenance and breakdown reduction benefits (RCM).
Identifies the major engineering losses in his area and investigates using Kaizen problem-solving methodology. (Fishbone, 5 Why, etc.)
Assist with drawing up, coach and develop engineering skills to other maintenance and operational staff using OPL and SOP’s.
Communicate outstanding job cards to Engineering Superintendent and Engineering Maintenance Planner.
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
Storage and Maintenance of Tools

Monitor that power tools, hand tools and maintenance equipment are kept in good working condition and stored safely.
Report broken tools/equipment to the Engineering Superintendent and Engineering Maintenance Planner.
Perform duties as per requirements to eliminate downtime or eliminate hazards/safety issues.
Ensure that all tools are kept safe and in good working condition as well as updating the tool register.
General assistance to facilities staff

Manage and maintain own toolbox.
Maintain workshop and stores.
Cleaning of the premises after maintenance.
Assist with adhoc projects and work.
Always maintain 5S housekeeping principles in the department, including all equipment and surroundings.
Ensure all unused items are removed from the operating area and stored correctly
Safety, Health. Environment, Risk and Quality (SHEQ)

Do risk assessment(s) in own area of responsibility.
Maintain a secure working environment.
Maintain a safe working environment.
Ensure that necessary documentation required to execute work used applied consistently within scope of function.
Adhering to standard operating procedures, safe maintenance procedures, company policies and procedures, HACCP and safety, health and environmental policies and procedures at all times.
Carrying out reasonable and lawful work-related instructions.
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 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.
Manage colleagues and employees’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
Demonstrate the willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
Participate and drive in regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.

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Strategic Fundraising Lead – Do More Foundation

Closing Date
2026/01/31
Reference Number
RCL251007-2
Company RCL Foods
Job Title Strategic Fundraising Lead – Do More Foundation
Functions Corporate Affairs
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Town / City Westville
Location – Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country South Africa
Job Description
Do you believe in the power of collaboration to change the future for South Africa’s children?

The DO MORE FOUNDATION is seeking a bold, visionary fundraiser to drive our next phase of growth. As the Strategic Fundraising Lead, based in Durban (Westville), you will work alongside our Partnerships Operations Lead and Business Development Manager to unlock new corporate, philanthropic, and global partnerships that ensure the sustainability and expansion of our impact. The role focuses on driving resource growth by identifying and pursuing funding prospects, cultivating relationships with potential donors and partners, and converting opportunities into secured commitments that advance DMF’s mission and long- term sustainability.

The Strategic Fundraising Lead plays a critical role in ensuring the financial sustainability and growth of the DO MORE FOUNDATION (DMF). This individual is responsible for identification, cultivation and conversion of funding and in-kind opportunities, with a primary focus on:

Nurturing and managing the relationship with RCL FOODS, the foundation’s founding partner, to maximise shared value and align DMF’s impact with RCL FOODS’ corporate social investment goals.
Unlocking value for RCL FOODS business units by identifying partnership opportunities with DMF that support both commercial and social impact objectives.
Developing new funding streams within South Africa and the UK, securing sustainable partnerships that amplify DMF’s long-term impact.
This role is for a connector, a strategist, and a builder, someone who can open doors, forge high-value relationships, and inspire others to do more.

Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree (business or social science related).
Proven track record of successful fundraising.
8 – 10 years’ experience in a fundraising/CSI environment.
Proven project management experience.
Experience in the corporate/corporate social investment space preferred.
Experience in commercial roles partnering with senior leaders and a passion for customer centricity would be preferable.
Duties & Responsibilities
Fundraising & Partnership Management:

Develop New Funding Streams: Secure financial and in-kind partnerships with corporate stakeholders, ensuring sustained funding for DMF’s initiatives.
Primary Liaison with RCL FOODS: Build and maintain a strategic relationship with RCL FOODS to ensure DMF’s initiatives align with and add value to RCL FOODS business and corporate social impact objectives.
Collaborate Across DMF Team: Coordinate with the CEO, DMK UK team, management team and project leads to maximise funding and partnership opportunities.
Engage Internal RCL FOODS Stakeholders: Ensure clear communication and alignment between DMF and RCL FOODS business units to foster mutual benefits.
Foster Long-Term Relationships: Cultivate and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with CSI teams, corporate donors, and philanthropic partners.
Strategic Growth & Value Creation:

Develop and Execute Partnership Strategies: Align funding and engagement strategies with DMF’s growth goals.
Leverage Existing Partnerships: Optimise current relationships to increase funding, collaboration, and long-term commitment.
Unlock New Opportunities: Identify and propose partnership models where DMF’s work can create shared value for RCL FOODS business units and their stakeholders.
Explore Innovative Funding Models: Implement creative funding solutions that align with DMF’s mission and the commercial goals of corporate partners.
Stakeholder Engagement & Thought Leadership:

Represent DMF in Corporate & Philanthropic Networks: Position DMF as a trusted partner for corporate social investment and shared value initiatives.
Engage in Public Speaking & Advocacy: Advocate for DMF’s mission at industry events, panels, and strategic meetings to elevate its profile.
Collaborate with RCL FOODS Business Units: Act as a connector, identifying collaboration opportunities between DMF and RCL FOODS teams to drive both social impact and business value.
Partner with Marketing & Communications: Ensure consistent messaging that highlights the shared value created through partnerships.
Budget Management:

Develop and Oversee Partnership Budget: Prepare, manage, and track the budget related to partnerships, ensuring that financial resources are allocated effectively to support DMF’s growth.
Optimise Resource Allocation: Ensure that partnership and fundraising activities are cost-effective and aligned with financial targets.
Set and Monitor Fundraising Targets: Establish annual fundraising targets and track progress, ensuring that financial goals are met.
Collaborate with the Operations Lead: Ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain budget compliance, and provide financial updates to internal and external stakeholders.
Financial Accountability: Ensure all funding and expenditure comply with DMF’s financial policies and donor requirements.

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