--- title: 'Driver Verification Agent at takealot.com' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/driver-verification-agent-takealot-com-cape-town-0q0rtc482d7t' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-30' --- # Driver Verification Agent at takealot.com - **Company:** takealot.com - **Location:** Cape Town, South Africa - **Posted:** 2026-10-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-30 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/takealotcom/jobs/8333207 ## Job description Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), a division of Takealot Online (RF) (Pty) Ltd, is looking for a highly talented Driver Verification Agent to join our team in Cape Town 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. ## Your responsibilities will include - Monitor and correct Drivers Profiles in line with SOP. - Provide input on SOP reviews. - Conduct audits on all compliance documents. - Capture the driver's details on Driver Verification Control Spreadsheet (Excel). - Attend to the Driver Transfer mailbox and action transfer requests. - Turn-off IC Drivers with expired documents and E-Learning. - Send weekly emails to hubs informing them of expired documents and e-learning. - Accurately compile verification stats on the assigned Monthly Recruitment & Verification letter and submit to relevant stakeholders i.e. Franchisee, Hub recruiter, FM & FCC. - Action all verification requests via the Zendesk ticketing system. - Complete daily reports on performance (Verification & Clean up). - Take responsibility for matters and work assigned. - Attend weekly team meetings timeously. Attributes required: - Exceptional organizational and compliance and administrative skills. - Have a keen eye and attention to detail. - Must be able to work under pressure and high workloads from time to time. - Must be able to think outside of the box and be proactive in your approach to your responsibilities. - A Solutions-oriented and attention to detail – qualitatively (written SOP’s and email structure) and quantitatively (charts and tables) - Strong analytical and critical thinking, using data to interpret and inform decisions that are pragmatic and operationally practical. - Ability to present ideas succinctly, in writing and verbally. - Versatile and with an appetite to learn from the experience of others and independently through experimentation and research. - Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, but also maintain a focus on ranked priorities with the highest strategic impact. Qualifications and Experience: - Matric - 1 – 2 Years Audit / Document Management Experience - KYC & AML experience - Must be knowledgeable on Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace - Knows how to work under pressure - Works well in a team - Must be computer literate. 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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