--- title: 'Branch Administrator at takealot.com' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/branch-administrator-takealot-com-polokwane-v8c8mjy7t7er' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-30' --- # Branch Administrator at takealot.com - **Company:** takealot.com - **Location:** Polokwane, South Africa - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-10-28 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-30 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/takealotcom/jobs/8330646 ## Job description Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), a division of Takealot Online (RF) (Pty) Ltd, is looking for a highly talented Branch Administrator to join our team in Polokwane 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. At TFS, your growth is our growth. You'll be joining a team powered by Takealot Group's core values. This position reports to the : Hub Manager Purpose of the role: - Provide research and analysis support to help develop business cases for new opportunities. - Gather and organize data to understand market size and trends. - Support investigations into how solutions are implemented locally and internationally. - Assist in building models and reports to quantify business opportunities. - Help develop high-level functional requirements with input from different teams. - Support planning and budgeting for new projects. - Assist in project management tasks related to implementing new initiatives. Your responsibilities can include: - Providing the research and analysis required to develop robust businesses cases for new opportunities to grow the business - Assembling and analysing the data to determine the size of the market for new concepts - Researching how solutions are being implemented locally and internationally - Using online tools and resources as well as identifying and engaging other information sources - Building Excel models to quantify the size of opportunities - Applying creative problem solving to develop solutions - Developing the high-level functional requirements that the business would need to implement the opportunity.  You will need to work with specialists across the business to understand what is needed to practically implement ideas - Building implementation plans and budgets for the execution of new projects - Project managing the implementation of selected opportunities - Accurate research data and analysis to support business decisions. - Well-organized reports and models that quantify opportunities. - Clear documentation of functional requirements. - Effective support in project planning and execution. - Timely assistance in delivering business growth initiatives Qualifications and experience: - Matric certificate or equivalent. - 3 to 5 years’ experience in an administrative role involving research, data gathering, and coordination Attributes required : - Strong analytical and organizational skills. - Ability to handle ambiguous tasks and contribute to solution development. - Good quantitative and data handling skills. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with various stakeholders. - Basic project support and planning capabilities. - Willingness to learn and adapt. 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. 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