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# Administration Controller at takealot.com

- **Company:** takealot.com
- **Location:** Polokwane, South Africa
- **Posted:** 2026-09-25
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-25
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/takealotcom/jobs/8222821

## Job description

Join Our Mission at Takealot Fulfilment Solutions | We Are TFS

Revolutionising e-commerce logistics in South Africa with cutting-edge technology and operational excellence. We deliver 30+ million orders annually, empowering businesses and driving economic growth.

Who We're Looking For:

Innovative, ambitious individuals ready to shape the future of e-commerce logistics. At TFS, "Uniquely You" meets "Powerfully Us", where your individuality strengthens our collective mission.

Reporting to the General Manager.

Your responsibilities will include:

Office Support

- Diligently maintain and regularly update vehicle trip-sheets, ensuring precise recording of mileage, fuel consumption, and all maintenance activities for accurate record-keeping.
- Support operations with timely coordination of vehicle repairs, servicing, and insurance renewals. Ensuring all fuel data is recorded and any anomalies is reported back to operations.
- Collaborate closely with the finance department to track and manage expenses related to fleet management, ensuring accurate financial records.
- Oversee the processing of all insurance claims within the stipulated period, ensuring timely resolution and compliance with insurance requirements.
- Oversee record keeping and reporting of time and attendance, and ensure data is accurate.

Office Management

- Ensure a clean, safe, and well-organized working environment through the application of 5S principles in office spaces.
- Oversee the maintenance and repair of office equipment and furniture to ensure optimal functionality and a conducive work environment.
- Monitor and replenish office supplies, including stationery and consumables, to support daily operations and maintain efficiency.
- Coordinate and schedule facility repairs and maintenance, addressing issues promptly to ensure the continuous functionality of office spaces.
- Manage office access control systems, maintaining accurate records of employee access for security and accountability.
- Oversee the ordering of employee uniforms and coordinate the quality control of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure safety compliance.

Vendor Management

- Consistently evaluate vendor performance to ensure adherence to agreed-upon service levels and maintain high-quality standards.
- Address any vendor-related issues or disputes promptly and efficiently to maintain smooth operations and positive vendor relationships.
- Conduct vendor payments and efficiently upload and process invoices on the system, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions.
- Generate vendor Purchase Orders (POs) on the system and ensure that no invoices are carried over to the next month, maintaining financial accuracy.
- Ensure the accurate processing of all monthly accruals, including those related to staff, rentals, and fuel expenses.

Attributes required:

- Have a detailed understanding of warehouse management systems
- Problem solving skills required
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills for a demanding and customer focused working environment.
- Possess excellent personal organisation and business administration skills in accordance with modern best practice methods.
- Possess the ability to work productively, efficiently & effectively with initiative and drive under tight timescales and pressure whilst maintaining attention to detail and quality.
- Possess the willingness to learn, improve and adapt.
- Good team player, hard worker, willing to be flexible with a positive attitude Must be able to work as part of a multi-cultural team
- Must be able to train staff

Qualifications:

- Matric
- Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management/Logistics/Business Administration/Finance
- 3 years in a logistics/supply chain/warehouse/financial institution working environment
- People Management experience

Why Join TFS:

- Purpose-driven impact: Transform lives through logistics innovation
- Advanced technology: Work with cutting-edge systems in a fast-paced environment
- Career growth: Thrive in an agile space that champions continuous improvement
- Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective drives extraordinary results

At TFS, your growth is our growth. You'll be joining a team powered by Takealot Group's core values.

More than just a job, we offer:

A culture that celebrates individual uniqueness while championing the strength of togetherness. Be part of creating sustainable, scalable solutions that make a difference across South Africa's e-commerce landscape.

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.

## About takealot.com

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Takealot.com is South Africa's largest online retailer, offering millions of products across 30+ categories through a marketplace and owned logistics network.
- **Entity Type**: Private (division of Takealot Group, majority-owned by Naspers; total funding $1.2B across multiple rounds)
- **Headquarters**: Cape Town, South Africa
- **Founded**: 2011
- **Founders**: Kim Reid

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: E-commerce / Online Retail
- Target customers: B2C consumers across South Africa, plus B2B services for 12,000+ marketplace sellers
- Mission or purpose: "Changing lives in South Africa for the better through e-commerce."

## Products & Services
- **Takealot.com Marketplace**: Core e-commerce platform offering millions of products from local and international brands, with options for delivery or collection at 100+ Pickup Points (including 30+ Pick n Pay locations).
- **Mr D**: On-demand food delivery service (part of Takealot Group).
- **Superbalist.com**: Online fashion and homeware retailer (part of Takealot Group).
- **TakealotMORE**: Membership/loyalty program offering perks and faster delivery.
- **Seller CAPITAL**: Funding program for marketplace sellers.
- **Pickup Points**: Nationwide network for order collection, including in-store Pick n Pay locations.
- **Exclusive Brands**: George & Mason, Getup, Campground, Fire Up.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (Takealot Group is private, majority-owned by Naspers)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of $808M (2024) for takealot.com; takealot.com became profitable in 2024; Takealot Group targets group profitability by 2026.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Naspers (majority owner, 96% stake), Tiger Global Management (early investor), Pick n Pay (pickup point partner)
- **Growth Signals**: +18% employee headcount growth YoY (2,162 employees); 105 active job postings (+114% YoY); 288,225 LinkedIn followers (+18.9% YoY); operates in 13 countries

## Competitive Advantages
- Largest e-commerce platform in Africa with a vast product selection and owned logistics network (Mr D) enabling fast delivery.
- Extensive physical infrastructure: 100+ Pickup Points integrated into grocery stores, reducing last-mile costs.
- Exclusive financial tools for sellers (Seller CAPITAL) that lock in marketplace loyalty.
- Strong parent company backing (Naspers) providing capital and strategic support.

## Strategic Focus
- Achieving group profitability by 2026 after takealot.com's 2024 profit milestone.
- Expanding the marketplace ecosystem with more sellers and exclusive brands.
- Deepening customer loyalty through TakealotMORE membership and convenient Pickup Points.
- Investing in technology and supply chain automation to improve efficiency.

## Why Work Here
- Culture values: "Customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, deliver results fast, achieve more together."
- Engineering roles available in Cape Town and Johannesburg, with a focus on Java, Python, Scala, and logistics tech.
- Hybrid/remote policy not explicitly stated; roles are based in South Africa.
- Notable perks: Opportunity to work on Africa's largest e-commerce platform, exposure to high-scale logistics and marketplace systems, and a diverse, trust-based environment.
- Employer rating: 3.2/5 (422 reviews) – strengths in culture (3.4) and career (3.3), but compensation rated lower (2.4).

## Sources
1. [Takealot Group – About Takealot.com](https://takealotgroup.com/takealot-com/)
2. [Takealot Group – Our Story](https://takealotgroup.com/)
3. [Takealot.com LinkedIn](https://za.linkedin.com/company/takealot)
4. [Takealot.com Careers (Greenhouse)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/takealotcom)
5. [Crunchbase-style data from LinkedIn](https://za.linkedin.com/company/takealot) (financials and employee info)

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