Purchasing Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape The Talent Room

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Our team is searching for a well-seasoned Purchasing Manager with a passion for identifying new commercial opportunities and building key supplier relationships. If you are able and ready to promote and expand our company's commercial partnerships in a way that leads to sustainable growth and satisfied customers, we are ready to meet you.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement commercial strategies: responsible for developing and implementing commercial strategies to achieve International’s sales and profitability targets.
  • Market analysis: analyse market trends, competitor activity and customer requirements to identify business opportunities.
  • Sustainability – as the subject matter expert your role will be to manage the implementation and assessment of suppliers to ensure sustainability targets are achieved.
  • International trade agreements: Manage implementation of the international trade agreement (specifically USA, Africa, India and South America).
  • Sales forecasting: work with the product managers to develop and maintain sales forecasts, monitor performance against targets and take corrective action as necessary.
  • Supplier performance: Identify, vet & approve vendors and manage their performance in line with agreed SLA’s.
  • Costing, Pricing and negotiations: negotiate contracts, pricing and SLAs with approved suppliers.
  • Contract management: responsible for managing contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and resolving any disputes that may arise.
  • Risk management: identify and manage commercial risks including credit risk, supply chain risk and foreign exchange risk.
  • Project and team management: manage and motivate team members both internally and externally providing leadership, guidance, and support as necessary.
  • Relationship building: build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers ensuring the company's International’s commercial objectives are aligned with their needs.
  • Stock Management: ensure accuracy and optimization of trade-related stock levels and manage overall stock holding in line with working capital targets.
  • Business Development: Develop plans for expansion and business development in consultation with the NPD, marketing, sales and product management teams.

Desired Experience & Qualification

  • Commercial qualification (BCom or equivalent)
  • 5+ years prior experience in a commercial role with international focus
  • Subject matter expert in international trade agreements, sustainability and supplier relationship management
  • A proven history of successful leadership
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Strategic thinking and strong negotiation skills
  • Apply a collaborative mindset and work well as part of a team.
  • Superior time management abilities and capable of meeting deadlines
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
  • Up-to-date knowledge regarding industry trends, as well as relevant transport laws and regulations
  • Ability to build strong relationships with clients and industry contacts.
  • Excellent commercial acumen and strategic insight
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Purchasing Manager - Raw Materials

Cape Town, Western Cape Bridgena Barnard & Associates

Posted 13 days ago

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Job Summary:
We are seeking a Purchasing Manager with a Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
CIPS qualification is beneficial.
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years' hands-on experience in overseeing the purchasing of raw materials within a manufacturing environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Purchasing management
  • Raw materials procurement
  • People management
  • Manufacturing oversight
  • Manage daily buying activities
  • Ensure timely delivery of materials
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Sourcing Manager (UniPharma)

Cape Town, Western Cape Clicks Group Limited

Posted 7 days ago

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We are looking to appoint a Sourcing Manager within the UniPharma division of our business. The role will report to the GM UniPharma and be based at our Head Office in Cape Town.

Job Purpose:

To drive the profitable growth of UniPharma including managing the NPD process by sourcing new products, managing and driving the current portfolio alongside relevant stakeholders to ensure that products are delivered to the market from opportunity identification to consistent sell through in line with business strategy.

Job Objectives:

  • To analyse and research data on market and product trends to identify and respond to new opportunities on an adhoc basis.
  • To evaluate and to determine commercial viability of dossiers from manufacturers to deliver the UniPharma requirements and budgets.
  • To effectively manage relationships with manufacturers to ensure successful and timeous product launches and sell through of UniPharma products to meet budget requirements.
  • To actively manage the process of comprehensive packaging and branding development in line with approved Style guides.
  • To create, develop and manage marketing material, POS and educational material as approved by the RP to ensure product sell through.
  • To investigate and analyse product sales on an ongoing basis and take appropriate action to ensure financial targets are met.
  • To engage and share relevant information with the operational teams to ensure that UniPharma’s sales metrics are achieved.
  • To engage with the Industry Key Accounts team in respect of new launches and price adjustments aligned to key medical scheme requirements.
  • To effectively negotiate the commercial terms and conditions of agreements with new and existing suppliers with the assistance of the GM for UniPharma.
  • To sustain and build on current relationships, and grow new supplier relationships, within the industry on behalf of UniPharma.
  • To identify opportunities, source, secure and launch new products/medicines to increase the sales and profitability of UniPharma in line with financial expectations and goals, across various channels and medicine categories.
  • To engage with the Frontshop Health team regarding any opportunities to source Schedule 0 products in-line with their strategic and financial requirements.
  • To liaise with the Clicks Pharmacy Commercial team to agree on a promotional grid for UniPharma products.
  • To keep abreast of new pharmaceutical and regulatory trends in terms of dosage forms, active ingredients, possible regulatory changes within SAPC, MCC and DoH.

Job related knowledge:

  • Knowledge of new product development processes and of product quality standards.
  • Knowledge and understanding of stock flow processes through a supply chain.
  • Knowledge of merchandise functions e.g., sourcing, buying, supply chain, etc.
  • Knowledge of financial planning and modelling.
  • Knowledge of margin calculations.
  • Knowledge of the Consumer Protection Act.
  • Knowledge of the Pharmacy Act and the Medicines Act (Act 101).
  • Knowledge of the GMP requirements and regulatory requirements/constraints wrt packaging/marketing.
  • Knowledge of the Pharmaceutical industry in South Africa.
  • Knowledge of marketing principles.

Job related skills:

  • Clear written and verbal communication.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Commercial thinking and business acumen.
  • People management and relationship building skills.

Experience:

  • Essential: 3-5 years Scheduled Medicine experience in manufacturing or retail pharmaceutical related/medical working environment.
  • Essential: A minimum of 10 years’ experience within Pharmaceutical wholesale, manufacturing or supplier.
  • Desirable: Exposure to product marketing and product launching.
  • Desirable: Overall product manufacturing experience.

Education:

  • Essential: Relevant 3 year B. Degree or Diploma (commercial/finance management or related).
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Sourcing Manager (UniPharma)

Cape Town, Western Cape Clicks Group Limited

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Job Description

We are looking to appoint a Sourcing Manager within the UniPharma division of our business. The role will report to the GM UniPharma and be based at our Head Office in Cape Town.

Job Purpose:

To drive the profitable growth of UniPharma including managing the NPD process by sourcing new products, managing and driving the current portfolio alongside relevant stakeholders to ensure that products are delivered to the market from opportunity identification to consistent sell through in line with business strategy.

Job Objectives:

  • To analyse and research data on market and product trends to identify and respond to new opportunities on an adhoc basis.
  • To evaluate and to determine commercial viability of dossiers from manufacturers to deliver the UniPharma requirements and budgets.
  • To effectively manage relationships with manufacturers to ensure successful and timeous product launches and sell through of UniPharma products to meet budget requirements.
  • To actively manage the process of comprehensive packaging and branding development in line with approved Style guides.
  • To create, develop and manage marketing material, POS and educational material as approved by the RP to ensure product sell through.
  • To investigate and analyse product sales on an ongoing basis and take appropriate action to ensure financial targets are met.
  • To engage and share relevant information with the operational teams to ensure that UniPharma’s sales metrics are achieved.
  • To engage with the Industry Key Accounts team in respect of new launches and price adjustments aligned to key medical scheme requirements.
  • To effectively negotiate the commercial terms and conditions of agreements with new and existing suppliers with the assistance of the GM for UniPharma.
  • To sustain and build on current relationships, and grow new supplier relationships, within the industry on behalf of UniPharma.
  • To identify opportunities, source, secure and launch new products/medicines to increase the sales and profitability of UniPharma in line with financial expectations and goals, across various channels and medicine categories.
  • To engage with the Frontshop Health team regarding any opportunities to source Schedule 0 products in-line with their strategic and financial requirements.
  • To liaise with the Clicks Pharmacy Commercial team to agree on a promotional grid for UniPharma products.
  • To keep abreast of new pharmaceutical and regulatory trends in terms of dosage forms, active ingredients, possible regulatory changes within SAPC, MCC and DoH.

Job related knowledge:

  • Knowledge of new product development processes and of product quality standards.
  • Knowledge and understanding of stock flow processes through a supply chain.
  • Knowledge of merchandise functions e.g., sourcing, buying, supply chain, etc.
  • Knowledge of financial planning and modelling.
  • Knowledge of margin calculations.
  • Knowledge of the Consumer Protection Act.
  • Knowledge of the Pharmacy Act and the Medicines Act (Act 101).
  • Knowledge of the GMP requirements and regulatory requirements/constraints wrt packaging/marketing.
  • Knowledge of the Pharmaceutical industry in South Africa.
  • Knowledge of marketing principles.

Job related skills:

  • Clear written and verbal communication.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Commercial thinking and business acumen.
  • People management and relationship building skills.

Experience:

  • Essential: 3-5 years Scheduled Medicine experience in manufacturing or retail pharmaceutical related/medical working environment.
  • Essential: A minimum of 10 years’ experience within Pharmaceutical wholesale, manufacturing or supplier.
  • Desirable: Exposure to product marketing and product launching.
  • Desirable: Overall product manufacturing experience.

Education:

  • Essential: Relevant 3 year B. Degree or Diploma (commercial/finance management or related).
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Sr Sourcing Manager (Procurement)

Cape Town, Western Cape WNS

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WNS Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

WNS Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Company Description

Company Description

WNS Global Services Inc. (NYSE: WNS) is a global Business Process Management (BPM) leader. WNS offers business value to 400+ global clients by combining operational excellence with deep domain expertise in key industry verticals, including Banking and Financial Services, Consulting and Professional Services, Healthcare, Insurance, Manufacturing, Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods, Shipping and Logistics, Telecommunications, Travel and Utilities. Globally, the group’s over 41,000+ Professionals serve across 60 delivery centers in 16 countries worldwide, including China, Costa Rica, India, the Philippines, Poland, Romania, South Africa, Sri Lanka, UK and US.

WNS South Africa has been in operation since 2003 and built a reputation as the industry leader for Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) in South Africa, with a growing footprint into Africa. We are a strategic partner for delivering a full range of basic to complex processes from our eight delivery centers across South Africa, employing 4000+ people.

Why join us?

We promise our employees to experience role clarity, coaching and mentoring, professional development and structured career path through our 5 people promises and keeping employee experience at the core. Experience the culture of outperformance, engagement, celebration and also contribute to society through our WNS Cares Foundation, where you have the opportunity to support meaningful initiatives and make an impact in the community.

Job Description

The Sr. Sourcing Manager will execute complex sourcing projects, from start to finish, including but not limited to – sourcing requests validation per client guidelines, requirements analysis for the bid packages, communicating with client requesters to close any data gaps, prepare and publish the package to the identified suppliers for bidding purposes, following up with suppliers to ensure adequate participation, and summarizing proposals back to the requestor.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the point of escalation with the team and client, communicating and resolving operational issues
  • Ensure the client engagement is executed successfully per contract requirements.
  • Provide leadership and consultation on strategic projects with high importance and visibility within the client
  • Meet with the client program management team on a weekly basis and lead operations discussions. Lead process improvement discussions to enhance operations.
  • Ensure client specific processes and exceptions are documented in a category strategy and other available Intellectual Capital (IC)
  • Provides sourcing services (RFP, RFI, FRQ) to our clients based on predefined service levels, managing simple to complex projects simultaneously
  • Lead and execute the sourcing process from start to finish, e.g. RFx development, reverse auctions, data analysis etc
  • A strong understanding of the reverse auction methodology and concepts that apply to various sourcing scenarios: Lotting, Pricing, Supplier Communications, stakeholder change management.
  • Collaborate with Client Category Managers and/or SMEs on project strategy and tailor sourcing execution based on direction provided by them
  • Evaluate project scope and determine sourcing approach and methodology to be applied; develop and/or customize various templates including RFx, pricing, and proposal evaluation
  • Perform in depth analysis of proposals submitted, draw conclusions, prepare comprehensive summaries, and present back to the client in a concise manner
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation
  • Conduct peer reviews for other team member’s projects and check for quality, consistency and compliance with sourcing methodology and client specific requirements


Qualifications

Relevant tertiary qualification

Additional Information

Experience Required:

  • 7 to 10 years of experience in initiating, executing, evaluating and managing strategic sourcing activities


Key Attributes Required:

  • Strong consultative skills, including but not limited to change management, program management, business process improvement, sourcing methodology, eSourcing technology, RFX development and management, communications management, and marketing internal programs
  • Mastery of client specific processes, terminology, political environment, systems and unique requirements by various business groups
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills (both internally, with client stakeholders, and the supplier community)
  • Excellent project management skills including project planning, time management, multitasking, critical path definition
  • A strong leader and a team player
  • Excellent problem-solving ability
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously
  • A strong business acumen and P&L experience on a program level
  • Ability to develop and implement processes across

Seniority level
  • Seniority level Entry level
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  • Employment type Full-time
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  • Job function Customer Service
  • Industries Outsourcing/Offshoring

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Supply Chain Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape Frank Consult

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Our client, a leading player in the Cosmetics industry, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supply Chain Manager to join their dynamic team.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the end-to-end supply chain function and drive operational excellence within a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and recommend qualified suppliers for raw materials, packaging, and other critical components. Negotiate contracts to ensure competitive pricing, timely delivery, and compliance with quality standards. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, including performance monitoring and issue resolution.
  2. Inventory & Planning: Manage inventory levels across the supply chain to minimize stockouts and excess inventory. Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient production planning. Maintain robust inventory management systems (e.g., ERP, WMS) to optimize stock levels.
  3. Process Improvement: Continuously analyze the supply chain to identify areas for improvement. Implement process enhancements, such as lean manufacturing principles, to boost efficiency and reduce costs. Conduct regular supply chain audits to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
  4. Risk Management: Identify and assess potential supply chain risks, including natural disasters, political instability, and economic fluctuations. Develop and implement contingency plans to mitigate disruptions.
  5. Sustainability & Compliance: Develop and implement sustainable practices across the supply chain. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and ethical standards.
  6. Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop a team of procurement, warehousing, and planning professionals. Foster a collaborative and results-oriented work environment. Recruit, train, and develop talent within the supply chain department.
Qualifications & Experience:
  1. A degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  2. 10 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, with at least 5 years at a managerial level in the Cosmetics / Pharma / Food / FMCG industries.
  3. Proven experience in forecasting within a manufacturing environment.
  4. Strong understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
  5. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
  6. Proficient in MS Office and Supply Chain Management software (e.g., ERP systems).
  7. Outstanding communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  8. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Application Process:

To be considered, applicants must meet the listed qualifications and experience. Please submit your CV and a motivation letter in support of your application. Closing date for submissions: 31 January. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Supply Chain Analyst

Cape Town, Western Cape MBA-Exchange.com

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takealot.com, a leading South African online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Supply Chain Analyst to join our team in Cape Town.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hardworking people with integrity to join us. We offer a market related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs, a great work environment and a promise that you won’t be bored as long as you are prepared for a challenge and want to build something great.

This position reports to the Supply Chain Analytics Manager.

Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

  • Providing high quality analysis to the Supply Chain Development team working across all Supply Chain projects
  • Enhancement of existing volume and capacity forecast models
  • On-going alignment with Retail department on stock cover and related issues
  • Providing inputs for the further development of Supply Chain network model and strategy
  • Bridging gap between problems cases and data, from multiple data inputs and systems
  • Identify areas of the business where data and metrics are needed to better understand and improve result

Attributes required:

  • High level of proficiency with MS Office packages with proven advanced proficiency in Excel
  • Proficiency in Data Analysis and using statistical methods in R and Python
  • Competence in SQL or other database software
  • Competence in Data Visualization software
  • Competence working with AI models & prompt engineering.
  • Numerate with strong computer literacy and great analytical and problem solving skills
  • Proven ability to work to stringent deadlines
  • Excellent work ethic and ability to multitask
  • Ability to identify problems, demonstrate the use of initiative and implement appropriate solutions
  • Ability to understand supply chain issues and drive solutions
  • Ability to prioritize, manage and complete projects under a deadline

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required in Statistics & Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Data Science or similar
  • Minimum of 3 years within a Data Analytics role preferably in Supply Chain within the retail/ecommerce industry or similar
  • Minimum of 3 years experience using statistical methods (regression, forecasting and modeling) in Python and R.
  • Minimum 2 years experience using data visualization tools such as PowerBI, Qlik, Tableau and Looker
  • Minimum 3 years SQL scripting experience

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.

We seek to Employ an Extra Ordinary Mind who

  • is forthright but respectful
  • is an expert at doing, who can not only design but also execute
  • is analytical, able to use data to make decisions
  • is competitive, self-directed, and strives to be the BEST (GREAT requires a lot of work and does not only happen during business hours
  • is passionate about the potential of e-commerce and delivering a world-class customer experience
  • is entrepreneurial, thrives under change and accepts it is a constant and always looks for solutions to do something better and faster
  • is able to think about problems from a business perspective using technical and product input
  • is curious and challenges the status quo
  • is innovative and enjoys iteration
  • is collaborative
  • will be at the cutting edge of developing new concepts for takealot.com.
  • thinks like an owner of the business.
  • is SMART, has INTEGRITY, and is HARDWORKING

If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind so come and join us!

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

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Supply Chain Graduate

Cape Town, Western Cape Clicks Group Limited

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We are looking to recruit two Supply Chain Graduates to support the Supply Chain team by providing analysis and insights on initiatives and projects to deliver the expected outcomes and benefits. The role will be based at Clicks Head Office in Woodstock.

Responsibilities:
  • To provide analysis on the viability and implementation of supply chain initiatives to improve supply chain KPI's.
  • To support the implementation of approved projects in line with standard project and chain management methodology within the agreed time, cost and quality to optimise the supply chain.
  • To support the development and training of new business processes and standard operating procedures to ensure new methods of work are clearly understood, implemented and practised.
  • To contribute to supply chain project planning to ensure alignment with supply chain business goals and objectives.
  • To collaborate with IT on system and reporting changes to ensure system efficiency and benefits for users.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Degree/Btech in Supply Chain, Logistics, Bcom (Essential)
  • Proficiency in e-mail
Skills, Abilities and Job Related Knowledge:
  • Numeracy and Analytical skills
  • Conceptual thinking
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good presentation skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to follow rules and procedures
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Ability to work with people and in a team
  • Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
  • Adhering to Principles and Values
  • Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
  • Analysing
  • Planning and Organising
  • Following Instructions and Procedures
Applicant Requirements:
  • Completed Degree/Btech in Supply Chain, Logistics, Bcom
  • Unemployed and can commit 12 months to the programme
  • South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 29 years
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Supply Chain Analyst

Cape Town, Western Cape takealot.com

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takealot.com, a leading South African online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Supply Chain Analyst to join our team in Cape Town.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hardworking people with integrity to join us. We offer a market related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs, a great work environment and a promise that you won’t be bored as long as you are prepared for a challenge and want to build something great.

This position reports to the Supply Chain Analytics Manager.

Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

  • Providing high quality analysis to the Supply Chain Development team working across all Supply Chain projects
  • Enhancement of existing volume and capacity forecast models
  • On-going alignment with Retail department on stock cover and related issues
  • Providing inputs for the further development of Supply Chain network model and strategy
  • Bridging gap between problems cases and data, from multiple data inputs and systems
  • Identify areas of the business where data and metrics are needed to better understand and improve result

Attributes required:

  • High level of proficiency with MS Office packages with proven advanced proficiency in Excel
  • Proficiency in Data Analysis and using statistical methods in R and Python
  • Competence in SQL or other database software
  • Competence in Data Visualization software
  • Competence working with AI models & prompt engineering.
  • Numerate with strong computer literacy and great analytical and problem solving skills
  • Proven ability to work to stringent deadlines
  • Excellent work ethic and ability to multitask
  • Ability to identify problems, demonstrate the use of initiative and implement appropriate solutions
  • Ability to understand supply chain issues and drive solutions
  • Ability to prioritize, manage and complete projects under a deadline

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required in Statistics & Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Data Science or similar
  • Minimum of 3 years within a Data Analytics role preferably in Supply Chain within the retail/ecommerce industry or similar
  • Minimum of 3 years experience using statistical methods (regression, forecasting and modeling) in Python and R.
  • Minimum 2 years experience using data visualization tools such as PowerBI, Qlik, Tableau and Looker
  • Minimum 3 years SQL scripting experience

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.

We seek to Employ an Extra Ordinary Mind who

  • is forthright but respectful
  • is an expert at doing, who can not only design but also execute
  • is analytical, able to use data to make decisions
  • is competitive, self-directed, and strives to be the BEST (GREAT requires a lot of work and does not only happen during business hours
  • is passionate about the potential of e-commerce and delivering a world-class customer experience
  • is entrepreneurial, thrives under change and accepts it is a constant and always looks for solutions to do something better and faster
  • is able to think about problems from a business perspective using technical and product input
  • is curious and challenges the status quo
  • is innovative and enjoys iteration
  • is collaborative
  • will be at the cutting edge of developing new concepts for takealot.com.
  • thinks like an owner of the business.
  • is SMART, has INTEGRITY, and is HARDWORKING

If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind so come and join us!

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

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Supply Chain Analyst

Cape Town, Western Cape Takealot Group

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Job Description

takealot.com, a leading South African online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Supply Chain Analyst to join our team in Cape Town.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hardworking people with integrity to join us. We offer a market related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs, a great work environment and a promise that you won’t be bored as long as you are prepared for a challenge and want to build something great.

This position reports to the Supply Chain Analytics Manager.

Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

  • Providing high quality analysis to the Supply Chain Development team working across all Supply Chain projects
  • Enhancement of existing volume and capacity forecast models
  • On-going alignment with Retail department on stock cover and related issues
  • Providing inputs for the further development of Supply Chain network model and strategy
  • Bridging gap between problems cases and data, from multiple data inputs and systems
  • Identify areas of the business where data and metrics are needed to better understand and improve result

Attributes required:

  • High level of proficiency with MS Office packages with proven advanced proficiency in Excel
  • Proficiency in Data Analysis and using statistical methods in R and Python
  • Competence in SQL or other database software
  • Competence in Data Visualization software
  • Competence working with AI models & prompt engineering.
  • Numerate with strong computer literacy and great analytical and problem solving skills
  • Proven ability to work to stringent deadlines
  • Excellent work ethic and ability to multitask
  • Ability to identify problems, demonstrate the use of initiative and implement appropriate solutions
  • Ability to understand supply chain issues and drive solutions
  • Ability to prioritize, manage and complete projects under a deadline

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required in Statistics & Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Data Science or similar
  • Minimum of 3 years within a Data Analytics role preferably in Supply Chain within the retail/ecommerce industry or similar
  • Minimum of 3 years experience using statistical methods (regression, forecasting and modeling) in Python and R.
  • Minimum 2 years experience using data visualization tools such as PowerBI, Qlik, Tableau and Looker
  • Minimum 3 years SQL scripting experience

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.

We seek to Employ an Extra Ordinary Mind who

  • is forthright but respectful
  • is an expert at doing, who can not only design but also execute
  • is analytical, able to use data to make decisions
  • is competitive, self-directed, and strives to be the BEST (GREAT requires a lot of work and does not only happen during business hours
  • is passionate about the potential of e-commerce and delivering a world-class customer experience
  • is entrepreneurial, thrives under change and accepts it is a constant and always looks for solutions to do something better and faster
  • is able to think about problems from a business perspective using technical and product input
  • is curious and challenges the status quo
  • is innovative and enjoys iteration
  • is collaborative
  • will be at the cutting edge of developing new concepts for takealot.com.
  • thinks like an owner of the business.
  • is SMART, has INTEGRITY, and is HARDWORKING

If you meet the above you are an Extraordinary Mind so come and join us!

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

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