Commercial Manager

RCL Foods; Krugersdorp; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Commercial Manager located in Gauteng, Krugersdorp. The role involves strategic contributions, budgeting, operational financial reporting, customer pricing management, and profitability analysis. The ideal candidate should have a BCOM Qualified CA (SA) or CIMA qualification and at least 5 years of experience in a cross-functional manufacturing environment. Knowledge of SAP is advantageous. The deadline for application is January 04, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a cross-functional manufacturing business.
• Experience in FMCG and/or manufacturing environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the formulation of operating unit strategy.
• Coordinate annual business valuations and forecasting processes.
• Coordinate monthly operational finance close within business unit.
• Report on key performance indicators.
• Calculate accurate pricing information for customers.
• Provide profitability information and recommendations.

Skills

Commercial costing

Operational financial support

SAP

Analytical skills

Education

BCOM Qualified CA (SA) or CIMA

Job description

Job Title

Commercial Manager

Job Location

Gauteng, Krugersdorp

Deadline

January 04, 2026

Minimum Requirements

• BCOM Qualified CA (SA) or CIMA (non-negotiable)
• Experience working in a cross‑functional manufacturing business
• Minimum 5 years’ experience, including commercial costing, operational financial support and reporting
• SAP experience would be advantageous as would exposure to a FMCG and / or manufacturing environment

Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Contribution and Execution

• Participate in the formulation and implementation of the operating unit strategy, based on a 2 to 5 year view of requirements.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Co‑ordination of the annual 5‑year business valuations, annual and quarterly forecasting processes in accordance with the national timing and scheduling guidelines.

Monthly and Annual Operational Financial Reporting

• Coordinate the monthly operational finance close within the BU.
• Ensure efficient and reliable reporting systems are in place that will ensure accurate reporting from source data.

Management Reporting

• Reporting of key performance indicator dashboards on a daily / weekly / monthly basis.

Customer Pricing and Contract Management

• Calculate and provide accurate pricing information for price increases.
• Together with the National Sales Executive, review customer and principal pricing contracts and manage pricing increase and formula‑based adjustments.

Profitability Analysis

• Provide meaningful profitability information and recommend ways to optimise customer, channel and business profitability.

New Project Appraisal and Feasibility Assessment

• Drive the appraisal and feasibility assessment of all new projects and provide commercial insight and capacity to the Customer, Operations and Marketing functions.

Product Costing

• Develop a clear understanding of production costs and the key drivers thereof.
• Develop new product BOMs and costings in conjunction with R&D and Sales / Marketing together with a product I / S.

Profitability

• Drive enhanced customer and business profitability and performance information designed to unlock margin opportunities and influence improved contributions.

Commercial Insight and Technical Expertise

• Provide calculations, detailed analysis and associated recommendations emanating from all queries that arise as a result of changes in business operations.

Capital Investment

• Provide commercial input for all new investment opportunities.

Information and Data Management

• Ensure team members accurately and regularly capture data onto the information system to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis.
• Lead and develop staff within the context of the Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act and the Skills Development Act.

KPI’s

• Timeliness and accuracy of pricing information