Current Vacancies at RCL FOODS

Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking an Electrician to join our Groceries Division. The role will be based in Randfontein and report to the Electrical Supervisor. RCL FOODS is looking for an incumbent who will be responsible for the Maintenance of the electrical network and electrical equipment. To ensure an efficient and reliable production flow. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science
• N3 Electrical Technical Certificate.
• Section 13 Electrical trade test.
• 5 Years working as qualified electrician in FMCG environment.
• Solid knowledge of electronics.
• Wireman Licence
• PLC experience
• Experience in the maintenance of flameproof equipment.
• Computer literate
• Able to work independently as well as a member of a team

Competencies Required

• Physical strength, 
• Not afraid of heights.
• Able to work independently as well as a member of a team.
• Good organisational and planning skills as well as problem-solving.  
• Detail Orientated.

Decision Making

• Expected to identify the nature of any problems and issues through analysis and apply judgment and initiative in order to find an appropriate/effective resolution.
• Decisions to minimize the impact on factory and still guarantee good quality, relevant cost, effective productivity, without neglecting any safety   standards

Problem Solving 

• High levels of problem solving from routine problems to complex problems which requires an innovative thinking or a creative approach and a degree of evaluation
• Use their judgment to decide which course of action is the most appropriate, placing greatest emphasis on effective and timely solutions

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Fault finding and repair of electrical equipment
• Maintenance of electrical equipment.( production lines, high speed packaging lines, dust and explosion proof equipment)
• Maintenance of electrical network (HT transformers HT switches HT ring feeders and LT distribution of 14 Transformers) of 10 MVA.
• Construction of new electrical equipment in plants.
• Standby duty’s. and shifts

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• The role will be based at the Siqalo Plant in Boksburg and report to the Panning and Logistics Executive.

SIQALO Foods entrusts the Warehouse and Logistics Manager to manage the overall processes and resources of:

• The Bulk Store on site
• Receiving of finished goods from the Factory through the “Hole in the wall”
• Outbound deliveries to the secondary Network
• Direct deliveries to customer from the Bulk Store
• Overseeing the 3rd party Secondary network Distributor
• Customer collaboration

Minimum Requirements    

• Degree, preference given to the field of logistics and supply chain management
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a Logistics and Warehouse Management role
• Fully operational in “Plan” processes
• Working knowledge of S&OP
• Understanding of “Make” and “Source” processes.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Strategy Execution

• Work closely with the rest of the Business to ensure the delivery of an integrated supply chain Benefit and strategic target achievement.
• Work in conjunction with the Planning manager to co-create and execute an integrated demand and supply strategy.
• Facilitate integrated customer service excellence delivery by managing relationships and interaction with the cross functional teams.
• Drive the implementation of improvements in operating processes and systems to optimise warehouse and transport efficiencies.
• As a central point in the supply chain, identify supply chain bottlenecks and opportunities and develop solutions through collaboration with all relevant parties internal and external to the business.
• Conduct weekly management meetings to address challenges, review performance and plan for future optimal performance.

Warehouse Management

• Management of stock levels both internally and through out the secondary network
• Initiate and manage stock loss reduction Programs.
• Optimise onsite receiving (waste) and despatch of Finished goods facilities, equipment, and processes (including documentation) to ensure efficient vehicle turnaround times.
• Minimise incorrect loading and theft through implementation of robust on-site processes and security measures.

Pallet Management

• Ensure returnable pallet agreements are in place.
• Manage the returnable pallet recycling project internally and with the secondary distributor to maximise the savings benefit.

Logistics Management

• Manage the overall operational relationship with the Primary and secondary distributor.
• Continually looking for opportunities to maximize Primary distribution.
• Ensure continuous improvements in reverse logistics and processes by on-the-job observation, benchmarking and analysis
• Drive the Logistics team on a daily basis to ensure it deploys stock throughout the network to effectively meet customer service levels at minimal cost.
• Daily optimal scheduling of trucks to the secondary network and customers
• Utilise regular communication channels and team meetings to promote continuous improvement and best practice on a daily basis.
• Work collaboratively with Logistics providers, sales team, and the planning team to calibrate Min-Max levels for seasonal and peak demand.
• Meet with the distribution provider monthly do track KPIs, challenges and ongoing improvement projects.

Customer Service management

• Drive a customer service ethic and mindset throughout the organisation.
• Own customer service at an operational level for the complete network and ensure its implementation through operations, the call centre and all customer interactions.
• Ensure the resolution of all service level queries & results including Business waste reporting, graphs and analysis.
• Work closely with planning and the customer teams to identify and realize customer service excellence opportunities and drive the delivery of supply chain efficiencies and synergies.
• Drive customer collaboration to improve supply chain efficiency.
• Maintain monthly meetings with Strategic customers to track savings, challenges, and opportunities.

Risk Management

• Mitigate risks against people and physical assets.
• Ensure consistent application of the Group risk management policy across the depot.
• Ensure full legal compliance with all relevant legislation.
• Maintain and implement food safety standards across the depot.
• Ensure Security is maintained and that the appropriate investigations take place when incidents occur.

Information and Data Management

• Ensure the team accurately and regularly captures operating data onto the information system to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis and decision making.
• Analyse management information on a daily basis to ensure productivity logistics/distribution targets and standards are being met.
• Share relevant data with the management team to enable reliable business decision making.

Maintenance Management

• Manage the formulation of a maintenance plan that is aligned to the operation plan of the depot.
• Drive sustainable maintenance practices throughout the depot.
• Ensure that the maintenance practices are aligned to business standards.

Financial Management

• Manage and compile the annual budget with the relevant stakeholders.
• Manage cost to ensure the lowest cost storage, distribution, and the optimal utilisation of assets.
• Report on a Monthly Basis the actual Vs Budget and work with the relevant teams to address areas of non-conformance proactively.
• Ensure all general ledger accounts are reconciled and deadlines met.

Leadership

• Drive delivery of customer service within the distribution teams through effective KPI management
• Using agreed KPIs, drive continuous improvement with the outbound supply chain.
• Prepare and manage monthly shift schedules for all warehouse staff.
• Provide support to staff and ensure queries are handled appropriately.
• Development of people by coaching and identifying training needs and work with HR to implement.
• Manage performance and address issues.

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• The successful incumbent will be responsible for the execution of business strategy, driving growth, leading teams (direct and cross-functional) as well as developing a purpose driven culture. 
• As the head of this dynamic operating unit, you will be responsible for implementing strategy with a view to creating shareholder value and you will ultimately be responsible for all day-to-day management decisions related to the execution of long- and short-term plans.

Minimum Requirements    

Relevant tertiary qualification

• < 10 years’ experience in a General Management/Senior Management/Executive role within the manufacturing sector (preferably food) non-negotiable.
• Strong entrepreneurial skills, with an ability to navigate change and challenges effectively
• B2B business development/Marketing/R&D/product development experience preferential.
• Demonstrated ability in leading teams and execution of business strategy.
• Proven track record of success in driving growth and profitability.
• Strong strategic, commercial, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• As the Managing Executive, you will be responsible for setting the strategic priorities of the operating unit (1-3 years) and implementing plans to achieve its goals.
• You will lead and mentor a strong Operating Unit executive team and collaborate with key business partners and internal cross-functional teams, to drive and deliver sustainable product innovation, operational excellence, partner relationships, growth, and profitability.
• Member of the extended Baking Business Unit Exec and collaborate on key projects/ opportunities and group initiatives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customer partners, suppliers, and business partners to facilitate growth for the operating unit.
• Accountable for the day-to-day operations, including financial performance, sales, production, supply chain and quality control performance of the business.
• Hold full P&L and growth responsibility of operating unit, including development of quarterly, annual and 5yr business plans, monitoring progress against the plan and take appropriate measures to keep these on course.
• Ensure that all capital investment projects remain on track and meet the agreed timeline objectives.
• Ensure audit/legal compliance and policy adherence to maintain standards and ethical business practices.
• Build a purpose driven culture of high performance and accountability.

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• The successful incumbent will be responsible for managing the Admin functions.  

Minimum Requirements    

• Minimum B.Com Accounting/Management Accounting majors or equivalent degree
• 5 years management accounting experience (articled or otherwise)
• Some experience/exposure in an FMCG environment, preferably in logistics

Duties & Responsibilities    
Strategy Operationalisation

• Work in conjunction with the Logistics Manager to find opportunities to promote and drive cost saving initiatives
• Work closely with the cross functional teams to ensure the delivery of an integrated supply chain benefit.
• 3rd party contract management. Ensure contract SLA is adhered to at all times
• Manage ad hoc projects as assigned by the Regional financial manager.

Adherence to policies and standards

• Assist with the administration of HACCP and Health & Safety.
• Internal audit support and compliance with Vector policies and procedures. Ensure smooth running of yearly audit through proper preparation. Ensure admin findings are corrected and process updated.
• Management of disaster recovery policies and procedures.
• Maintaining Sustainability registers and reducing waste.
• Ensure procedures and items in admin controller’s checklist are consistently adhered to.
• Ensure local tax structures are adhered to

Monthly Reporting

• Compile monthly commentary on month’s performance.
• Conduct the cost variance analysis by investigating major variances against budgets, targets and prior years.
• Compile appropriate reports that highlight issues to management based on findings.
• Monitor capacity utilisation of major assets across the business and provide feedback to senior management regarding under/over capacity situations and possible capex or lease requirements.
• Compile and analysis various reports for the month-end pack as well as other ad hoc reports and presentations for leadership and Exco meetings.

Budgeting/Capex

• Assume responsibility for compiling key aspects of the annual financial budget.
• Ensure adherence to set deadlines and timeframes as agreed by the Business.
• Communicate with key internal personnel in order to gather information for analysis and interpretation.
• Plan and allocate tasks and monitor progress according to set timelines and ensure feedback to Senior Management.
• Ensure all budgeted capex’s, when spent is correctly processed for management approval with backing motivations

Cost Control

• Analyse costs against budget/forecast and investigate variances on a monthly basis.
• Continuously consider cost saving opportunities or areas where waste/inefficiencies can be eliminated and influence corrective action by line management.

Stock Management

• Print reports before stocktake
• Oversee the physical count of stock
• Review, investigate all discrepancies and implement corrective action as and when required.
• Ensure all stock GRV‘d into SAP correctly and GRIR process is completed within the required timeframe.
• Provide the necessary information and actions taken with regards to weekly/monthly stock adjustments.
• Manage Chep pallet and crate position linked to KPI requirement’s.

Trip Recon and claims

• Ensure trips are reconciled, claims are investigated and finalised within the allocated timeframe.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure POD’s are collected for all shipments.
• Liaise with Debtors and SO to ensure queries for depot are resolved timeously.

Information and Data Management  

• Ensure team members accurately and regularly capture data into the information system to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis and decision making.
• Share relevant data with management teams to enable reliable business decision making.