Logistic Internship

Takealot Group, the largest and most customer-centric online shopping destination in Africa, is looking for a highly talented Logistic Internship  to join our team. The Internship Programme will be split between all businesses within the Group, namely: takealot.com, TFS, and Mr D.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us! 

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale: Over 4 million happy shoppers shop online. Show them what you can do.
• Learn: We work with the best of the best, and then some. Work alongside industry leaders and upskill yourself in record time.
• Grow: Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: takealot.com, TFS and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here’s your chance. 

Purpose of role

To provide comprehensive administrative, secretarial, and operational support to the in-house legal department at Takealot Group, ensuring efficient management of legal documentation, correspondence, and departmental operations. This role is critical in enabling the legal team to deliver effective legal services across the organization.

Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience:

Technical Skills:

•  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools.
•  Soft Skills:
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•  Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
•  Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
•  Other:
•  Interest in logistics, supply chain, and operational efficiency.
•  Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.

Personal Competencies:

• High level of integrity and discretion
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Positive attitude and growth mindset 
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with a collaborative approach

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Process Optimization:

o Assist in designing and implementing process improvements for

warehouse operations, transportation, and supply chain workflows.

o Support the development of models for hub sizing, capacity planning,

and feasibility studies.

2. Project Support:

o Implement Takealot Pick up point – Hardware set up and support in

software configuration

o Collaborate with cross-functional teams on logistics and supply chain

projects.

3. Reporting and Documentation:

o Prepare detailed reports and presentations on findings and

recommendations.

o Document processes, workflows, and project outcomes.

This is a contract position

High Level: 

At the Takealot Group, our Internship Programme will help you build both technical and soft-skills to launch your career, learning from the best in the business. The Internship Programme will prepare you for a career in a large-scale and fast-paced environment.

Every selected Intern gains unique insights into the e-commerce environment with vast amounts of practical experience from daily exposure to a broad range of skills. The program consists of various technical and soft skill courses where you will receive training on a variety of areas.

You’ll be working with some of the strongest professionals South Africa has to offer who bring experience from a multitude of great industries.

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, it’s all in the execution after all.
• We love what we do and what we are creating.

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.
• Mentorship Program: We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best, by learning from the best.
• Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere. 
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see? 

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!!

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