We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard working people to join us. We offer market related benefits, 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.
Reporting to the Head of Operations
Your responsibilities include:
- Day to day operational management of franchise network together with franchise managers
- Develop and implement a national facilities management strategy that aligns with company goals and objectives.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimise site performance, including process improvements, technology upgrades, and workforce management.
- Lead and manage a team of facilities professionals, including facility managers, maintenance technicians, and contractors.
- Collaborate with DC GMs, national managers and other departments to align distribution center operations with overall business objectives.
- Oversee the maintenance and repair of facilities, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural systems.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, safety regulations, company policies including health and safety standards, and industry best practices.
- Develop and manage budgets and forecasts for facilities maintenance, repairs, and capital projects.
- Lead, motivate, and develop site management teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for site operations, taking corrective action as necessary to achieve targets.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure facilities support business operations and objectives.
- Conduct site visits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Develop and implement energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.
- Conduct RFQs and negotiate contracts with vendors and contractors.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration across sites and with other parts of the business to ensure a cohesive approach to distribution and logistics.
- Ensure effective communication and reporting to senior management and stakeholders.
- Stay informed of industry trends and best practices in distribution center operations and incorporate innovative solutions as appropriate.
- Key contact between Dc Ops and landlords of all sites.
- Professional certification (e.g. CFM, FMP) preferred.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate teams across different locations.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on operational efficiency and cost management.
- Knowledge of supply chain management software and systems, including warehouse management systems (WMS).
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
- Experience with budget management and financial analysis.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and industry best practices.
- Experience with energy management and sustainability initiatives preferred.
- Familiarity with building management systems (BMS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) will be beneficial.
- Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Professional certification (e.g. CFM, FMP) preferred.
- At least 7-10 years of experience in facilities management or distribution center management, with a proven track record of successfully managing multiple sites
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
- Experience with budget management and financial analysis.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and industry best practices.
- Experience with energy management and sustainability initiatives preferred.
- Familiarity with building management systems (BMS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) will be beneficial.
- Knowledge of supply chain management software and systems, including warehouse management systems (WMS).
- 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, its all in the execution after all.
- We love what we do and what we are creating.
- is respectful but forthright
- 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 strive 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 business SMART. Able to think about problems from a business perspective using technical and product input;
- is curious and challenge 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 HARD WORKING
Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities, to apply.
