takealot.com
takealot.com

Business Development Manager

TLDR

Drive client acquisition and partnerships for e-commerce logistics delivering 30+ million orders annually, using data, KPIs, and operational collaboration.

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), a division of Takealot Online (RF) (Pty) Ltd, is looking for a highly talented Business Development Manager to join our team in Cape Town

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. 

Your responsibilities can include:

  • Deliver on sales targets focused on acquiring quality clients
  • Creating and maintaining a robust sales pipeline with focus on key strategic clients
  • Conceptualise and execute on new client acquisition strategies
  • Be able to perform needs analysis for potential clients
  • Feedback to Senior Management on both sourcing strategies for new clients, and our service delivery for existing client partnerships
  • Able to manage data to create executable actions and report on findings
  • Able to work with operational teams to relay client needs or concerns to create executable actions
  • Able to work cross-functionally within the business to optimize client partnerships
  • Ability to present to and build relationships with senior  managers and clients
  • Provide national partners with weekly and monthly performance reports around agreed SLA’s
  • Monitor and analyze the performance of client-specific KPIs, preparing and presenting partner performance review meetings to the TDT & Takealot business
  • Ensure client partners are also kept accountable on all aspects of their agreed service delivery SLA’s for continuous operational performance
  • Traveling within South African provinces as required 

Qualifications and experience:

  • 3 - 5 years solution sales experience, preferably in the retail and/or software solutions industry OR Proven track record of hitting goals and targets
  • Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma
  • If the Degree / Diploma qualification requirement isn’t met, at least 7 years sales experience
  • Solution sales experience, preferably in the retail and/or software solutions industry OR Proven track record of hitting goals and targets

Attributes required :

  • Experience presenting to senior managers
  • Experience in generating leads through physical and digital means
  • Proven track record of delivering results in business growth and development or client acquisition
  • Competence in Excel (Google Sheets) & PowerPoint (Google Slides)
  • Experience in an e-commerce environment is an advantage
  • Ability to go beyond what is expected
  • Commercially-minded, strong negotiator
  • Data-driven and analytical
  • Solutions-oriented, can-do attitude; self-motivated
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to develop senior level relationships effectively
  • Strong prioritization and time management skills
  • Comfortable with change and excellent team player
  • Ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously

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.

Benefits

Culture of inclusivity

A culture that celebrates individual uniqueness while championing the strength of togetherness.

Takealot.com is South Africa's premier online retail platform, offering a vast array of products with a focus on fast delivery and competitive pricing. Designed for shoppers seeking convenience and variety, it aims to become Africa's foremost online shopping destination.

Founded
Founded 2011
Employees
500+ employees
Industry
retail
Funding stage
Public
Total raised
$230M raised
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