Supply Chain and Logistics Graduate

takealot.com; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship Program

Online Learning access

Regular social events

Free parking

Counselling services

Free parking

Job summary

A leading e-commerce company in Johannesburg is seeking a Supply Chain and Logistics Graduate to join its Graduate Programme. The role focuses on planning, procurement support, inventory management, and data analysis within a dynamic environment. Candidates must have a degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related fields, along with strong analytical and communication skills. This program offers mentorship, flexible benefits, and the opportunity to develop both technical and soft skills within a fast-paced organization.

Qualifications

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related fields is required.
• Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and manage production and delivery operations.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and uphold service level agreements.
• Track stock levels and ensure accurate inventory records.
• Monitor shipments and coordinate deliveries to distributors.
• Data Analysis: interpret operational data to identify bottlenecks and improvements.
• Cost Reduction: develop strategies to cut expenses while maintaining quality.
• Process Improvement: optimize supply-chain processes for efficiency.
• Risk Management: identify vulnerabilities and create contingency plans.
• Sustainability: implement eco-friendly practices and meet environmental goals.

Skills

Strong Attention to Detail

Strong analytical, numerical & problem-solving skills

Excellent communication & interpersonal abilities

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Data analysis using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets

Education

Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Join to apply for the Supply Chain and Logistics Graduate role at takealot.com.

Takealot Group, South Africa's leading online retail and delivery organisation, is looking for a highly talented Supply Chain and Logistics Graduate to join our team in the Johannesburg Distribution Centre. The Graduate 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 2.5 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.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related fields.

• Strong Attention to Detail
• Strong analytical, numerical & problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication & interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to analyse and manage data using tools such as Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.

Attributes required

• Collaborative
• Creative Energy
• Hands on
• Have an opinion and voice it
• Strong communication skills
• Strong problem‑solving skills

Key responsibilities

• Outbound Planning & Coordination: Helping plan and manage production, and delivery to ensure seamless operations (Inbound, Outbound, Inventory & Dispatch).
• Procurement Support: Work with our Sites and Services team, maintaining relationships with suppliers and upholding SLAs.
• Inventory Management: Tracking stock levels, processing orders, and ensuring accurate inventory records.
• Dispatch: Monitoring shipments, ensuring timely delivery, and coordinating with distributors and partners.
• Data Analysis: Interpreting operational data to identify bottlenecks, solve problems, and find opportunities for improvement.
• Cost Reduction: Developing strategies to cut expenses while maintaining quality.
• Process Improvement: Innovating and optimizing supply‑chain processes for greater efficiency.
• Risk Management: Identifying vulnerabilities and helping create contingency plans.
• Sustainability: Implementing eco‑friendly practices and meeting environmental goals.

Relationship Building

Building relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally.

Overview of the Graduate Programme

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

Every selected Graduate gains unique insights into the e‑commerce environment with vast amounts of practical experience from daily exposure to a broad range of skills. The programme 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.

Benefits

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market‑related, total remuneration package that allows full flexibility according to your needs.
• No doors: We aren't fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. High‑five, collaborate, and create something great.
• Mentorship Program: Learn from the best.
• Online Learning: Access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera and more.
• Good times: Regular social events and out‑of‑office activities.
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Free parking: No more 5 km runs to your desk (unless you want it).

The Offer

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.