Learning and Development Manager

RCL FOODS; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

RCL Foods in Pretoria West is seeking a Learning & Development Manager to lead the technical and vocational L&D strategy across Baking operations. You will align programmes with the HR People Strategy and business needs, driving a blended delivery approach.

You will manage budgets, SETA funding, and ROIs while building a learning culture, dashboards, and stakeholder partnerships. A senior HR/LD background is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher qualification in Human Resources or HRD (NQF Level 7 or equivalent).
• Specialisation in Organisational Development, Learning or Industrial Psychology/OD ETP.
• 10 years of experience in HR Learning & Development or Talent Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead organisation-wide training needs analysis using skills matrices and competency gap data.
• Develop and integrate annual skills frameworks into talent and HR strategies.
• Oversee and quality assure Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
• Manage and align Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) to priority skills and core capabilities of the Baking Operating Business.
• Execute L&D strategy across the Baking units: Milling, BBR, Pies and Speciality.
• Oversee design, execution and continuous improvement of learning programmes.
• Manage budgets, SETA funding, SARS rebates and Skills Development targets.
• Produce L&D dashboards and insights; collaborate via Learning Forums.
• Select, contract, and manage training providers and facilitators.
• Oversee LMS, data governance, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain learning systems and records governance.
• Implement frameworks to measure learning effectiveness; analyse data to improve programmes.
• Guide development of leadership, technical, and onboarding programmes.
• Deliver training interventions; support managers and facilitators in addressing capability gaps.
• Drive compliance with Skills Development legislation and SETA submissions.
• Build relationships with SETA, executives, and service providers.

Skills

Organisational Development

Learning & Development

HR Strategy

Education

NQF Level 7 Advanced Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in HR

Job description

Closing Date 2026/10/01

Reference Number RCL260622-8

Company RCL Foods

Job Title Learning and Development Manager

Functions HR Shared Services

Job Type Classification Permanent

Location - Town / City Pretoria West

Location - Province Gauteng

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: Supreme Maize, Pieman’s, Sunbake and Sunshine, 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 highly skilled and experienced Learning & Development Manager to join our Human Resources Learning and Development team. The role will be based in Pretoria West and report to the Group HR Executive: Learning and Development.

The Learning and Development Manager will develop and implement a technical and vocational Learning and Development strategy for the relevant operating business, aligned to the RCL FOODS L&D strategy and policy, the HR People Strategy, the broader business strategy, and the specific capability requirements of the manufacturing environment. The role will lead and direct an integrated continuous learning & development and performance support function, applying a blend of instructor-led and technology-enabled learning strategies and methodologies to enable employees to acquire, maintain, and apply the knowledge and skills required for sustained individual, professional, team, and organisational performance.

Minimum Requirements

• Human Resources or HRD NQF Level 7 Advanced Diplomas or Bachelor’s Degrees.
• Organisational Development, Learning or Industrial Psychology/ OD ETP.
• 10 years of experience in a Human Resources Learning and Development/ Talent Management or related fields.

Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Training & Workforce Development Planning

• Lead organisation-wide training needs analysis using skills matrices and competency gap data.
• Develop and integrate annual skills frameworks into talent and HR strategies.
• Oversee and quality assure Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
• Manage and align Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) to priority skills and core capabilities of the Baking Operating Business.

L&D Strategy & Delivery

• Execute L&D strategy across the Baking business units, namely: Milling, BBR (Bread, buns and rolls), Pies and Speciality.
• Oversee design, execution and continuous improvement of learning and development programmes.
• Manage budgets, SETA funding, SARS rebates, B-BBEE Skills Development Targets, and track ROI on Skills levies and Skills Development investments.
• Produce L&D dashboards and insights; collaborate via Learning Forums.

Vendor & Partner Management

• Select, contract, and manage training providers and facilitators.
• Ensure content quality, relevance, and alignment to RCL standards.

Learning Operations

• Manage annual training calendar and programme delivery.
• Oversee logistics, resources, and learning administration.
• Maintain learning systems and records governance.

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Implement frameworks to measure learning effectiveness.
• Analyse data to improve programmes and delivery.

Curriculum & Content Design

• Guide development of leadership, technical, and onboarding programmes.
• Oversee creation of blended, e-learning, and accredited content.
• Ensure alignment with business and compliance requirements.

Facilitation & Capability Building

• Deliver key training interventions when required.
• Support managers and facilitators in addressing capability gaps.

Systems, Compliance & Stakeholder Engagement

• Oversee LMS, data governance, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure accuracy of skills data and statutory reporting.
• Partner with leaders to drive a learning culture.

Talent Pipeline & Development Programmes

• Manage bursaries, internships, apprenticeships, and traineeships.
• Partner with institutions and monitor participant progress.
• Support integration and development of pipeline talent.

SETA, B-BBEE & Compliance

• Oversee SETA submissions (WSP, ATR, grants, learnerships).
• Ensure compliance with Skills Development legislation.
• Drive B-BBEE skills development targets and audit readiness.
• Track grant income, rebates, and programme ROI.

Stakeholder & Industry Engagement

• Build relationships with SETA, executives, and service providers.
• Represent organisation on industry bodies and committees.

SD Budget Management

• Develop and manage L&D budget & Monitor and report monthly financial.