Our Leadership

Gaynor Poretti

Gaynor’s accomplished career spans more than two decades in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. She brings a wealth of experience from her tenure in various high-impact roles, having held numerous senior positions including financial director and managing director at leading organisations in the industry.

Gaynor Poretti | Managing Director | McCain South Africa

Kgaugelo Mokoka

Sales Director

In her current role, Kgaugelo identifies and develops better business opportunities for improved growth. She is also responsible for maintaining client relationships, analysing current strategies, and developing improved action plans.

Kgaugelo Mokoka

Nicolette Johannes

Finance Director

Nicolette Johannes is a seasoned and accomplished chartered accountant (CA) responsible for overseeing all financial functions within the business, collaborating closely with teams to drive corporate revenue and profitability goals to new heights.

Nicolette Johannes

Aveshni Naicker

HR Director

Aveshni was previously HR Business Executive at RCL Foods, where she focused on sustainable profitability and the achievement of holistic business and people cohesion. 

Aveshni Naicker

James Green

Manufacturing Director

James has a wealth of experience in manufacturing at McCain Foods from his start as an engineering apprentice to becoming Plant Manager at our GB Scarborough, Hull, and Grantham plants.

James Green

Nthabiseng Leso

Marketing Executive

With over 15 years of experience in the FMCG, Pharmaceutical & Energy sectors, Nthabiseng has been instrumental in driving brand growth and innovation for leading brands.

Nthabiseng Leso

Lorraine Makhura

Head of R&D

Lorraine has almost two decades’ experience in the FMCG sector, and is responsible for creating a healthy portfolio and driving profitable and sustainable growth through relevant innovation and competitive advantage.

Lorraine Makhura | Head of R&D | McCain South Africa

Roger Naidoo

 IT Business Partner

Roger is an experienced, performance-driven IT leader, possessing extensive general and information technology management skills.

Roger Naidoo

Hannelie Becker

Head of Procurement

In her current position, Hannelie is responsible for the design, implementation and management of the commercial procurement function of McCain South Africa’s inbound supply chain.

Hannelie Becker