takealot. com

e-commerce logistics

TeamLeader

Johannesburg, South Africa
The Brief

“Team Leader at takealot. com. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, leadership, people management, performance monitoring, coaching, operational planning, resource allocation, problem-solving, conflict resolution, time management, prioritisation. Lead and manage the TDT team to ensure timely and accurate delivery operations at the Johannesburg Distribution Centre. Allocate daily ta”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure efficient, safe, and timely delivery operations; Drive team performance to meet operational KPIs, service levels, and quality standards; Meet delivery targets and SLAs; Maintain high levels of engagement and performance; Ensure operational efficiency; Minimize disruptions; Consistently meet or exceed daily delivery targets and service level agreements (SLAs); Maintain high team productivity and quality standards with minimal errors or delays; Ensure full operational coverage; Driving operational excellence; Minimize disruptions; Accurate and timely reporting on team performance and key operational metrics; Enhanced delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction

Industry & Context.

e commerce logistics
Problems you'll solve

Resolve operational issues, conflicts, and escalations promptly and effectively; Problem-solving and conflict resolution; Investigate, document, and report on damages, warehouse losses, missing parcels, and other operational discrepancies, ensuring corrective and preventative measures are implemented; Timely resolution of operational challenges and escalations to minimize disruptions; Make sound, timely decisions based on operational needs and company objectives

Eligibility Requirements

Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards within the team, Compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations within the team

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Matric certificate or equivalent, Minimum of 3 years’ experience in logistics, supply chain, or delivery operations, At least 1 to 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a distribution or transport environment, Proven track record of managing teams and achieving operational targets

Nice to Have

Diploma or qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field

What You'll Do.

Lead and manage the TDT team to ensure timely and accurate delivery operations at the Johannesburg Distribution Centre

Allocate daily tasks and optimise team workload to meet delivery targets and SLAs

Monitor team performance through KPIs and take corrective actions to improve productivity and quality

and motivate team members to maintain high levels of engagement and performance

Manage shift planning

and staffing levels to ensure operational efficiency

Ensure strict compliance with health

and environmental (HSE) standards within the team

Resolve operational issues

and escalations promptly and effectively

Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on team performance and operational metrics

and report on damages

and other operational discrepancies

ensuring corrective and preventative measures are implemented

Ensure all loss and damage investigations are completed within required timelines and communicated to relevant stakeholders

Consistently meet or exceed daily delivery targets and service level agreements (SLAs)

Maintain high team productivity and quality standards with minimal errors or delays

Effective management of staffing and shift schedules to ensure full operational coverage

Timely resolution of operational challenges and escalations to minimize disruptions

Accurate and timely reporting on team performance and key operational metrics

Continuous improvement initiatives successfully implemented

leading to enhanced delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth coordination of delivery and warehouse activities; Communicate to relevant stakeholders; Collaborate effectively across teams and departments

Communication Scope

Effective communication and interpersonal skills; Communicate to relevant stakeholders

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