• Full Time
  • Boksburg, South Africa

RCL Foods

Assistant Product Development Manager

Company Overview

RCL FOODS is a prominent African food producer employing over 20,000 professionals across Southern Africa. We specialize in manufacturing branded and private label food products, supported by our distribution partner Vector Logistics.

Position Details

  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree/National Certificate in Food Science or related field
  • Experience: 3-7 years in FMCG environment (3 years in R&D preferred)
  • Location: Boksburg, Gauteng
  • Sector: Product Development & Management

Core Responsibilities

  • Lead new product development from concept to launch
  • Improve product quality and implement cost-saving measures
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams for product innovation
  • Analyze market trends and consumer insights
  • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations (GMP, HACCP)

Essential Qualifications

  • Degree/Diploma in Food Technology or related discipline
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite
  • Knowledge of food production processes and quality systems
  • Ability to work across factory and office environments

Key Competencies

  • Strong project management skills
  • Technical formulation expertise
  • Data analysis and interpretation
  • Strategic innovation planning
  • Supplier and stakeholder management

Application Deadline

Closing Date: 14 September 2025

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the official company recruitment portal.

Note: No application fees required. Beware of unauthorized recruitment charges.

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