National Security Manager: Bakeries

Tiger Brands; Germiston; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Brands is seeking a National Security Manager to lead security across Albany Bakeries and Depots. You will drive strategy, risk management, and incident response, coordinating with internal functions and external agencies to protect people and assets.

The role requires 10+ years in security leadership within FMCG, PSIRA Grade A certification, and experience with security technologies and budgeting. Full-time remote position based in Germiston, SA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in security or related field.
• Minimum 10 years security leadership in Bakery/FMCG.
• PSIRA Grade A required; security certifications preferred.
• ISO 18788 exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead security strategy and governance across bakeries and depots.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits and incident investigations.
• Oversee security operations, access control and CCTV systems.
• Coordinate incident response and crisis management.
• Manage security budget and vendor relationships.

Skills

Security leadership

Incident investigation

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

PSIRA Grade A

ISO 18788 exposure

Job description

## National Security Manager: BakeriesApply: Fully Remote: Germiston: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 6, 2026 (5 days left to apply): JR003740It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!To lead and coordinate physical security across Albany Bakeries and Depots, protecting employees, assets and facilities through effective security strategy, risk management, technology, governance, incident response and stakeholder collaboration.**WHAT YOU WILL DO** **Security Strategy & Governance*** Develop and implement the Bakeries security strategy aligned with Group security policies and business priorities.* Develop, review and maintain security policies, protocols, SOPs, standards and emergency response plans.* Attend relevant operational and Group forums to translate security requirements into practical execution. **Risk Assessment & Assurance*** Conduct regular security risk assessments, threat analyses, vulnerability reviews and security audits across bakeries and depots.* Identify critical assets and control weaknesses, recommend mitigations and monitor corrective actions.* Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, industry standards and internal requirements. **Security Operations*** Oversee day-to-day security operations across bakeries and depots to ensure effective coverage and response.* Monitor the effectiveness of access control, CCTV, alarm, intrusion detection and related security systems.* Manage security service providers, personnel deployment, standards and performance. **Incident & Crisis Management** * Lead or coordinate investigations into security breaches and incidents, ensuring accurate reporting and corrective actions.* Develop and coordinate contingency plans and responses for intrusions, fires, medical emergencies, natural disasters and other crises.* Provide crisis management support and ensure lessons learned are incorporated into controls. **Technology & Resources*** Implement and manage security technology, including CCTV, access control and alarm systems.* Prepare and manage the security budget and oversee procurement of security systems, equipment and services.* Ensure security resources are deployed effectively and deliver value. **People & Capability*** Lead, train, schedule and support security personnel to deliver effective coverage and response.* Build security awareness by training employees to identify and report risks.* Drive continuous improvement in security capability, discipline and ways of working. **Stakeholder Management** * Build and maintain effective relationships with law enforcement, emergency services, internal functions and other relevant stakeholders.* Coordinate security requirements across Operations, People, IT, Communications, Legal, Risk and other business functions.* Provide accurate and timely security reports, insights and recommendations to leadership. **WHAT YOU WILLBRING TO THE TABLE** * Bachelor's degree* Minimum of 10 years security leadership in a Bakery / FMCG environment* Incident investigation and reporting exposure* Security technologies and systems exposure* Route-to-market operations experience* Security Management - Criminal Justice or related field* PSIRA Grade A - Private Security Regulation - Security management / physical security certification* Security management / physical security certification - Including ISO 18788 exposure where applicable* Physical security management* **A valid driver's licence****COMPETENCIES** **Computer Literacy*** MS Office and security management/reporting systems **Behavioural*** Leadership and team management; sound judgement; integrity; resilience; decision-making under pressure; influence; collaboration; clear communication **Functional / Technical*** Security strategy; physical security risk assessment; threat and vulnerability analysis; incident investigation; crisis and emergency response; security audits; policy and SOP development; supplier management; budgeting; security technology; regulatory compliance. **Regulatory Knowledge*** Applicable physical security legislation, PSIRA requirements, SAIDSA requirements and relevant standardsIn accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.### About UsTiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow.Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together.We aim to Ignite Your Career, Grow our brands and our business. If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play. Explore the vacancies we currently have available @TigerBrands.