Branch Administrator

takealotcom; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions in Polokwane is seeking a Branch Administrator to provide research and analytical support for new opportunities. You will gather data, build models, and help define high-level requirements with cross-functional teams.

The role involves budgeting support, project planning, and coordinating implementation for initiatives that drive growth within Takealot Fulfilment Solutions’ operations in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate or equivalent.
• 3 to 5 years' experience in an administrative role involving research, data gathering, and coordination.
• Experience with data collection and coordination activities.

Responsibilities

• Providing the research and analysis required to develop robust business 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 and identifying other information sources.
• Building Excel models to quantify the size of opportunities.
• Developing high-level functional requirements with input from different teams.
• 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.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Project support

Adaptability

Data handling

Research ability

Education

Matric certificate or equivalent

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.