Management Trainee Programme: Commercial (CIMA) – RCL Foods | Mpumalanga, South Africa

Company: RCL Foods
Location: Malelane, Komati, or Pongola, Mpumalanga
Date Posted: 31 March 2025
Requisition ID: RCL250331-26
Contract Type: Management Trainee
Application Closing Date: 30 June 2025

About the Company

RCL Foods is one of South Africa’s largest food manufacturers, known for cultivating a high-performance culture rooted in resilience, innovation, and purpose. With operations across multiple provinces and a broad product portfolio, the company thrives on empowering young talent and developing future leaders.

As part of its strategy to shape tomorrow’s business innovators, RCL Foods offers dynamic graduate development opportunities. The Management Trainee Programme: Commercial (CIMA) is specifically designed for aspiring management accountants and financial strategists ready to lead with impact in a commercial environment.

Role Overview

RCL Foods is on the lookout for exceptional graduates to join its Management Trainee Programme: Commercial (CIMA). This exciting development initiative is located in Mpumalanga, specifically at the sugar manufacturing plants in Malelane, Komati, or Pongola. The programme is targeted at young professionals pursuing or holding a degree in Management Accounting or Accounting and who are aiming to qualify as CIMA professionals.

Participants will gain practical financial and operational experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, with exposure to real-time data, business analytics, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making. This is your opportunity to apply your academic background in a setting that values learning, initiative, and results.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage in cost accounting and financial analysis within sugar manufacturing operations

• Prepare management reports and support strategic planning with data-driven insights

• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

• Assist in developing pricing strategies and cost-saving initiatives

• Collaborate with finance and operational teams to improve commercial performance

• Lead special projects focused on efficiency, sustainability, and profitability

• Attend structured training and mentorship sessions aligned with the CIMA framework

• Be open to relocating and rotating between key production facilities as part of the learning journey

Qualifications and Experience

To qualify for this opportunity, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Completed or in the final year of study for one of the following:

  • BCom Management Accounting

  • BCom Accounting

  • BCom Honours in Management Accounting

• South African citizenship or permanent residency

• Solid academic performance in major subjects during 2nd and 3rd years

• Strong computer literacy, especially in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• A valid South African driver’s license (preferred)

• Demonstrated interest in finance, commercial strategy, and manufacturing

• High levels of initiative, analytical thinking, and adaptability

What the Company Offers

RCL Foods provides more than just a job—it offers a career foundation built on continuous learning and leadership development. Successful candidates can expect:

• A 3-year structured Management Trainee Programme aligned with CIMA requirements

• On-the-job training at sugar manufacturing plants with direct business impact

• Personal development plans, career coaching, and exposure to senior leadership

• Practical experience across finance, operations, and commercial functions

• Internal rotation opportunities across business units and provinces

• A chance to grow into future finance leadership roles in a listed company

Equal Opportunity Statement

RCL Foods is committed to employment equity and diversity. As an equal opportunity employer, it encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, genders, and demographic groups. The company promotes a culture of fairness, respect, and inclusivity across all business units.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to unlock your potential and launch a rewarding career in commercial finance, don’t miss this opportunity.

Application Deadline: 30 June 2025
Reference Number: RCL250331-26

Apply now by visiting the RCL Foods Careers Page and searching for this programme by its reference number. Submit your comprehensive CV, certified academic transcript, and all supporting documents before the closing date.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

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Start your journey with RCL Foods and plant the seeds for a successful commercial career—right where innovation meets purpose.

📢 Apply now