takealot.com, South Africa's leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Dispatch Shift Manager to join our team in Johannesburg.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us. We offer a market related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs, a great work environment and a promise that you won’t be bored as long as you are prepared for a challenge and want to build something great.

This position reports to the: Dispatch HOD

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operate an efficient Distribution Centre by identifying, implementing and managing optimal processes and procedures, to minimize costs and maximize working capital
• Responsible for efficiently managing all aspects of stock handling from picking stock orders to shipping and dispatching of parcels and associated processes
• Ensure daily, weekly and monthly planning is done for all Inbound and Outbound operations including but not limited to, resource planning, departmental organizational design, relief planning, seasonal planning and manage adherence to plans
• Effective management of housekeeping including but not limited to frequent engagement with OHS Officer, design, implementation and audit of departmental standards in accordance with business objectives
• Management of resources to be effective and efficient at lowest cost and according to changing needs
• Effective leadership and direction for the operations team through involvement and communication to deliver on the relevant key business drivers
• Manage customer liaison process and ensure that Outbound queries are resolved timeously and exception trends are addressed and resolved
• Ensure that warehouse space, equipment and warehouse flow is optimized and that future warehouse requirements are planned
• Ensure stock accuracy through disciplined stock control and implement stock accuracy improvement initiatives
• Measure and manage staff through formal staff appraisals, development, coaching and disciplinary procedures
• Assert and drive accountability in all levels of staff
• Ensure that all business processes, procedures and job profiles are documented, updated and communicated to staff
• Management reporting in terms of operational performance, productivity, stock control and budgets
• Participate in the annual budget process and long term planning; control monthly operational costs to stay within budget
• Efficient and safe operation of DC automation systems
• Cost effective and accurate use-, forecasting- and procurement of packaging consumables in line with budget plans and volume projections
• Manage projects according to stipulated time frames
• Liaising and negotiating with suppliers where required

Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree / National Diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain or Logistics required
• 8-10 years’ experience in Supply Chain Operations
• Experience in operational project management
• 8 year experience managing a large staff complement
• E-commerce experience
• ERP systems knowledge
• Experience in working with budgets and cost analysis
• LEAN or continuous improvement
• Performance management skills –knowledge of Industrial Relations and practices
• Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines
• Good attention to detail (imperative)
• Strong Customer Service orientation Goal oriented and motivated to succeed
• Conform to all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) standards and legislation as set out by the business and the OHS Act
• Drive continuous improvement measures within your department
• Engagement with internal stakeholders including but not limited to, national operations, human resources, risk & security and other relevant support functions

Attributes Required:

• Continuous improvement experience (Lean principles, 5S, multi skilling, cost saving drives)
• Proven track record of successfully implementing operational best practices in a distribution and warehousing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• A structured and disciplined management style
• Ability to motivate and inspire others
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Self-starter with high energy levels
• Well-developed business and operational acumen
• Must be Analytically minded and able to find and use data to inform decision making
• Dynamic individual with proven experience in delivering change and innovative solutions
• Preferred experience:
  o Fast paced environment
  o E-commerce experience (preferable)
  o Fine picking experience
  o ERP systems knowledge
  o Experience in working with budgets and cost analysis.
  o LEAN or continuous improvement
  o Performance management skills –knowledge of Industrial Relations and practices
  o Strong financial acumen

The Environment: 

• takealot.com employees are entrepreneurial and dynamic, smart, customer- centric, fun and have the shared ambition of takealot.com being the leading e- commerce company in Africa. 
• We have fun, work hard, take ownership, work in teams to create solutions, and are always open to direct feedback/new ideas on where we can improve. 
• We are short on ego and high on output. 
• We are doers and not only thinkers, its all in the execution after all. 
• We love what we do and what we are creating.
• We seek to employ an Extra Ordinary Mind who is Smart, has Integrity, and is Hardworking. 

If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind so come and join us! 

Takealot Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities, to apply.

takealot.com, a leading South African online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Loss Prevention Lead to join our Supply Chain Team in Cape Town. 

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us.  We offer a market related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs, a great work environment and a promise that you won’t be bored as long as you are prepared for a challenge and want to build something great.

Loss Prevention Lead - To ensure Security Service provider compliance, audits and checks, and to conduct internal investigations of losses, damages QC checks.

This position reports to the Risk and Security Manager.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and discrepancies to identify potential shrinkage issues.
• Implement control measures to reduce losses due to theft, misplacement, or inaccuracies.
• Loss Prevention: Develop and implement loss prevention strategies and policies to mitigate theft, pilferage, and unauthorized access.
• Monitor security systems, including surveillance cameras and access control systems, to deter and detect suspicious activities.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential operational risks that could lead to losses. Training and Education:
• Provide training to DC staff on loss prevention strategies. Raise awareness about security and safety best practices, encouraging a culture of vigilance and responsibility.
• Continuous Improvement: Regularly review loss prevention and safety protocols, recommending enhancements to keep up with evolving risks.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in loss control.
• Incident Management: Lead investigations into loss incidents, compiling evidence and conducting interviews as necessary.
• Escalate all findings to the Risk Manager for final guidance and action.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed records of all loss prevention activities, incidents, and preventive measures taken. Ensure proper documentation for legal and compliance purposes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diplomas
• Relevant Diploma, Degree or prepared to achieve such in agreed time frame
• 3-5 Year Experience in a Warehouse Environment
• Advanced communication skills
• Strong analytical problem solving skills
• Experience of working with technology and systems used for surveillance, access control, and data analysis
• Advanced skills in the most common MS Office applications

Attributes required:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess risks, analyze data, and develop effective loss prevention strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various stakeholders and communicate safety and security policies effectively.
• Attention to detail for conducting thorough investigations, compiling evidence, and maintaining accurate records.
• Leadership and organizational skills to oversee loss prevention initiatives and manage emergency response procedures.
• Familiarity with technology and systems used for surveillance, access control, and data analysis.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure
• Proficiency in using standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office) and any relevant security or safety management software.

The Environment: 

• takealot.com employees are entrepreneurial and dynamic, smart, customer- centric, fun and have the shared ambition of takealot.com being the leading e- commerce company in Africa. 
• We have fun, work hard, take ownership, work in teams to create solutions, and are always open to direct feedback/new ideas on where we can improve. 
• We are short on ego and high on output. 
• We are doers and not only thinkers, its all in the execution after all. 
• We love what we do and what we are creating.
• We seek to employ an Extra Ordinary Mind who is Smart, has Integrity, and is Hardworking. 

If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind so come and join us! 

Takealot Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities, to apply.

takealot.com, a leading South African online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Outbound DC Manager to join our team at Our KZN Warehouse.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us.  We offer a market related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your experience.

The DC Manager: Outbound will have Overall management and coordination of all warehousing function in the Outbound area. This position requires a candidate with the proven ability to drive process improvements and the
ability to keep pace with TAKEALOT explosive growth while motivating others to meet the challenges of an extremely deadline-driven and fast-moving environment of E-commerce.

Role reports to: DC Operations Manager

Key responsibility :

• Overall management and coordination of all warehousing functions in the Outbound area
• Operate an efficient Distribution Centre by identifying, implementing and managing optimal processes and procedures, to minimize costs and maximize working capital
• Responsible for efficiently managing all aspects of stock handling from picking stock orders to shipping and dispatching of parcels and associated processes Responsible for efficiently managing all aspects of stock handling from picking stock orders, packing and shipping and parcels and associated processes
• Ensure daily, weekly and monthly planning is done for all Outbound operations including but not limited to, resource planning, departmental organizational design, relief planning, seasonal planning and managing adherence to plans
• Effective management of housekeeping including but not limited to frequent engagement with OHS Officer, design, implementation and audit of departmental standards in accordance with business objectives.
• Management of resources to be effective and efficient at lowest cost and according to changing needs
• Effective leadership and direction for the operations team through involvement and communication to deliver on the relevant key business drivers
• Manage customer liaison process and ensure that Outbound queries are resolved timeously and exception trends are addressed and resolved
• Ensure that warehouse space, equipment and warehouse flow is optimized and that future warehouse requirements are planned
• Ensure stock accuracy through disciplined stock control and implement stock accuracy improvement initiatives
• Measure and manage staff through formal staff appraisals, development, coaching and disciplinary procedures
• Assert and drive accountability in all levels of staff
• Ensure that all business processes, procedures and job profiles are documented, updated and communicated to staff
• Management reporting in terms of operational performance, productivity, stock control and budgets
• Participate in annual budget process and long term planning, control monthly operational costs to stay within budget
• Efficient and safe operation of DC automation systems
• Manage projects according to stipulated time frames
• Liaising and negotiating with suppliers where required
• Conform to all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) standards and legislation as set out by the business and the OHS Act
• Drive continuous improvement measures within your department
• Engagement with internal stakeholders including but not limited to, national operations, human resources, risk & security and other relevant support functions
• Drive continuous improvement measures within your department
• Engagement with internal stakeholders including but not limited to, national operations, human resources, risk & security and other relevant support
  functions

Minimum required experience and qualifications : 

• Bachelor’s degree Supply Chain or Logistics required.
• 8-10 years’ experience in Supply Chain Operations
• 5 years’ experience in operational project management
• 5+ years’ experience in directly managing people to deliver continuous improvement (Lean principles, 5S, multiskilling, cost saving drives)
• Self-starter with high energy levels
• Well-developed business and operational acumen
• Must be Analytically minded and able to find and use data to inform decision making

Attributes : 

• Proven track record of successfully implementing operational best practices in a distribution and the warehousing environment
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• A structured and disciplined management style
• Ability to motivate and inspire others
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines
• Good attention to detail (imperative)
• Strong Customer Service orientation Goal orientated and motivated to succeed
• Dynamic individual with proven experience in delivering change and innovative solution

The Environment

• We like to work hard but also enjoy ourselves. We love what we do and what we are creating.
• You must possess a sense of urgency with the ability to manage multiple duties simultaneously with various deadline.

Hours

• Shift work when required.
• Candidates must be flexible to work weekends and/or overtime regularly.

The Environment: 

• takealot.com employees are entrepreneurial and dynamic, smart, customer- centric, fun and have the shared ambition of takealot.com being the leading e- commerce company in Africa. 
• We have fun, work hard, take ownership, work in teams to create solutions, and are always open to direct feedback/new ideas on where we can improve. 
• We are short on ego and high on output. 
• We are doers and not only thinkers, its all in the execution after all. 
• We love what we do and what we are creating.
• We seek to employ an Extra Ordinary Mind who is Smart, has Integrity, and is Hardworking. 

If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind so come and join us! 

Takealot Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities, to apply.