About CBS
Sustainable transformation in the food manufacturing value chain
A Level 2 B-BBEE business combining lower cost and risk for our customers with real, shareholder-led economic transformation.
Who we are
Born from partnership
CBS is a Level 2 B-BBEE business that was born out of a need to reduce complexity, risk and cost in the value chain of manufacturing certain products for one of our key customers. Together we built a business plan that resulted in a contract blending manufacturer that truly represents sustainable transformation, with its shareholders directly involved in the day-to-day running of the business.
CBS was selected by the AVI board as the winner of a joint Corporate Social Investment project, which provided start-up capital. CoSo, a company of PortionPack Group, is a minority shareholder in CBS and assists as mentor. Through this partnership, we are a proud part of the Südzucker Group.
Our long-term partnerships with blue-chip customers have enabled us to develop our employees into highly qualified professionals in quality and food safety, supply chain, engineering, finance and project management. Our goal is to empower our people to reach their full potential while building a sustainable enterprise focused on food products, skills development and job creation.
Our goal
To deliver world-class service to our customers while empowering our employees and the communities around us.
Our journey
From inception to trusted partner
2018
Inception
CBS is founded as a contract blending manufacturer, born from a partnership to reduce complexity, risk and cost in the value chain.
2019
FSSC 22000
Achieved FSSC 22000 certification, establishing world-class food safety systems.
2021
New Plant & Growth
Commissioned a new plant for Tiger Brands and expanded into seasoning blending.
2022
Facilities Upgrade
Upgraded ablution facilities to further enhance hygiene and employee welfare standards.
2023
QSR Expansion
Began blending for Quick Service Restaurants, alongside continued work for major FMCG clients.
Our values
Aligned with the principles of the Südzucker Group
Through our partnership with CoSo, a company of PortionPack Group, we share the values of the Südzucker Group, the parent company of PortionPack Group.
Appreciation
Recognising the contributions of our people, partners and customers. We value diversity, skills and passion.
Collaboration
Working together internally and with external stakeholders to create better outcomes for everyone.
Responsibility
Acting ethically and sustainably — for our people, our environment and the communities we serve.
Creativity
Encouraging innovation, new ideas and continuous improvement in everything we do.
Why CBS
Our competitive advantages
People
- Experienced team with complementing competencies
- Young, dynamic and highly skilled
- Shareholders involved in day-to-day operations
Food Safety & Quality
- FSSC 22000 compliant
- Statistical quality control and GMP
- Halaal and Kosher accredited
Location
- Midrand, Gauteng — close to suppliers and customers
- Facility aligned to food safety standards
- Layout designed for efficiency and product integrity
Strategy
- Outsource partner from NPD concept phase
- Flexibility for promotional items
- Full supply chain solution with brand protection
Meet the team
The people behind every blend
- KS
Kgaugelo Sekwaila
Director & Co-Founder
- DM
Dawid Muller
Director
- CP
Corlia Pieterse
Operations Manager
- AM
Aarone Makola
Production Lead
- KM
Khensani Matjebe
QA / HSE Lead
- KK
Kwena Kgowa
Warehouse Lead
- SS
Sydney Sekgogoba
Warehouse Coordinator
- MM
Manoko Monyebodi
Production Coordinator
Supported by our production operators, QC, cleaning and sanitation teams.
Let's blend your next product together
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