About

Pioneer Foods is one of the largest fast moving consumer goods companies in Southern Africa, with a presence across South Africa, Botswana, Namibia and Nigeria. It is a major institution in the grocery market with thousands of locations, a vibrant export market to over 60 countries, and production of essential foods and grains in wholesale and retail. Jay-Ann Jacobs, group legal and company secretary, leads the in-house legal team which expertly handles all legal affairs of the multi-national grocery giant, with particular attention to the multi-jurisdictional concerns of the company through its international export business. They have excelled on legal matters pertaining to supply chain contracts, international commercial agreements and international joint-ventures which make up 21% of the Group’s operating profit.