Supply Chain Internship | takealot.com
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : January 29, 2026
About the Role
This role provides technical exposure to the end-to-end e-commerce supply chain, focusing on data-driven process optimization. Utilizing SAP for inventory management and AWS for logistics analytics, the intern supports efforts to mitigate operational risk across fulfillment centers. Their work ensures compliance with delivery performance standards, directly impacting the operational efficiency of South Africa’s largest digital retailer.
Requirements:
Qualifications & Experience:
- BCom – Supply Chain/Management Science
The skills we need:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Creativity in developing content, ideas, and marketing concepts.
- Basic understanding of digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g., social media channels, Google Analytics, email marketing tools).
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to analyse data and interpret consumer insights.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Comfortable working with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace tools.
Attributes required:
- Collaborative
- Creative Energy
- Hands on
- Have an opinion and voice it
- Strong communication skills
- Strong problem solving skills
Key responsibilities:
- Own, update and maintain the promotional calendar for TakealotMORE initiatives.
- Briefing and operational management and coordinating of the various campaigns.
- Liaise with partner marketing teams for joint campaigns.
- Conceptualising, implementing and management of ongoing promotional marketing campaigns to drive adoption and retention for TakealotMORE.
- Work closely with the merchandising team to improve customer conversion within TakealotMORE customer journeys.
- Drive new feature launches and create sustained always-on educational content on product features and differentiators.
- Engagement with the brand team on through the line Takealot and Mr D campaigns.
- Engagement with the social media team on monthly content planning and preparation, as well as paid influencer partnerships
- Work with internal specialist teams on creating and implementing performance media and CRM strategies to grow TakealotMORE
- Monthly, Weekly, and daily reporting of campaign and promo performance
- Act as the key contact for day-to-day for internal teams (eg. Brand teams, Merchandise teams).
- Perform regular competitor reviews & analyses and relay key findings.
- Ensure that relevant teams are briefed and updated on any activity that may impact their areas (eg. Merch, CRM, Social, etc)
Career Growth & Education
A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Industrial Engineering is the standard entry requirement. Interns can progress to Supply Chain Analyst or Operations Coordinator roles by completing professional bootcamps in data science or lean manufacturing. Obtaining certifications from APICS or specialized training in automated warehouse management through professional workshops provides a path to senior leadership in global logistics hubs.
Salary & Financial Insight
Monthly stipends for supply chain interns at Takealot typically range from R8,500 to R14,000 based on academic qualification. Young professionals should prioritize building an emergency fund and exploring tax-free savings accounts (TFSA) to establish a solid financial foundation early in their careers.
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