Branch Supervisor
Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), a division of Takealot Online (RF) (Pty) Ltd, is looking for a highly talented Branch supervisor to join our team in Port Elizabeth
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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
Your responsibilities can include:
- Responsible for the supervision of the fleet and all other secondary roles which flow from this function.
- Ensures the on-time delivery of product to/from the distribution center.
- Ensure that fleet is adequate for operations and fully maintained
- Ensure effective maintenance of fleet and manage schedules vehicle services
- Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures
- Must continually work to promote the orderliness and cleanliness of the work area and maintain all company standards.
- Maintain daily meetings with staff. Meetings are focused on KPI management and other operational feedback for MR and Last mile deliveries
- Works closely with management to identify and resolve all issues and ensure quality service to our customers
- Ensures all drivers follow company procedures and apply discipline when and if necessary.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Branch Manager
- It is required of you to work until your daily responsibilities are completed, which might result in you working longer than normally.
- Ensure Drivers are available for last mile deliveries daily, by working closely with the labour brokers with driver and assistant requirements.
- Compete accident and incident reports timeously and submit to respective parties
- Ensure that fleet costs are clearly recorded and reported to Branch Manager
- Manage daily staff and overtime efficiently to ensure labor cost is controlled
- Extracts data and generates reports which will assist in performance tracking and decision making.
- Ensures all CODs are cashed up and reconciled daily.
- All administrative documentation is labelled and filed as per procedures.
- All daily, weekly and monthly reports/ meeting minutes are up to date
- KPI reports sent out timeously daily and are posted on notice boards
- Trains and supervise Driver Admins and Drivers to carry out the functions under their control.
- Uploads all new drivers for verifications.
- Oversees and arranges staff transport.
- Ensure that all staff are at work and attendance is 100%. All absent staff to have suitable corrective action to be taken consistently
- Measure and manage staff through formal staff appraisals, development, coaching and disciplinary procedures
- Effective leadership and direction for the team through involvement and communication to deliver on the relevant key business drivers
- Ensure 5S housekeeping standards are implemented and maintained
- Implement and maintain health and safety standards in you appointment as Fire Fighter
- Ensure the team complies to COVID19 protocols
Qualifications and experience:
- Minimum of Grade 12
- Tertiary qualification preferred
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience
Attributes required :
- Solutions-oriented, can-do attitude; self-motivated,
- Self-starter with high energy levels
- Strong organizational & prioritization skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to interact with internal & external stakeholders at all levels
- Comfortable with change and excellent team player
- Comfortable with learning and adapting to new systems
- Be able to work in a pressured environment
- Be able to complete tasks quickly & efficiently
- Be willing to go the extra mile
- A structured and disciplined management style
- Ability to motivate and inspire a team
- Computer literacy (excel, word, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of vehicle tracking systems
- Experience in directly and indirectly managing people to deliver continuous improvement
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.
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