Takealot.com , South Africa’s leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our team. We are a young, dynamic, hyper‑growth company looking for smart, creative, hard‑working people with integrity to join us! Who’s who in the DC Operation Space The position reports to the Operational Process Development Manager . Your Mission, Should You Choose To Accept It Process Improvement and Optimization Have a full understanding of operational process and systematic flows to enable process improvements Assist operations with good system practice & change management Capture, design, and make recommendations to process flow through risk, security, and productivity gap analysis Project manage assigned improvements and initiatives from design to implementation & execution Suggest and implement continuous improvement projects relating to process improvements Provide auditing and gap analysis on processes and procedures Apply lean methodologies to eliminate waste and improve efficiency Develop and deliver presentations to communicate complex processes to non-technical audiences Conduct regular benchmarking initiatives to stay competitive in the industry Training and Development Develop and maintain work standards and characteristics that promote efficient staff and facility utilisation Assist in the coaching of staff towards meeting and exceeding performance expectations for quantity, quality, timeliness, and efficiency Demonstrate, train and enforce Operational “Best Practices” Develop training material for new equipment and processes Provide solutions regarding operational training, methodologies, and onboarding procedures which include working instructions and training material Conduct training sessions for end‑users to ensure they can effectively execute all operational processes & systematic understanding Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Compliance Routinely audit Operational SOPs Constant engagement with the workforce on the operational floor to evaluate SOP adherence and training requirements Responsible for the rollout and upkeep of training administration automation which includes training material access, assessments, and sign‑off procedures Ensure ongoing updating and creation of SOPs for current and new processes Responsible for the creation, automation, and upkeep of the SOP database Complete time & motion studies in respective facilities Attributes & Qualifications BSc or BEng Industrial Engineer, BCom Logistics, BCom Supply Chain & Operations Management, or similar degree 3 years field experience in staff training / staff development and/or process implementation Minimum 3 years relevant experience within DC Operations or eCommerce Industry Minimum 1 year working with WMS systems such as Oracle, Logfire, Manhattan, Red Prairie, SAP, Highjump or similar Experience in BEST OPERATING PRACTICES Experience in Continuous improvement / Lean Six Sigma Strong People management affinity High level of proficiency with MS Office packages Let’s Talk About Life @ Takealot Group We offer a market‑related Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs No doors: We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab, and make something great Remote working: Hybrid working model for the best of both worlds Mentorship programme: Learn from the best Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders Social events and out‑of‑office activities such as hikes, mini‑golf, etc. Staff discount on millions of products across 28 departments Birthday leave: Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off Right tools, right job: Mac or Windows, two monitors or one, latest tech Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free Free parking Like what you see? If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!! Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference. #J-18808-Ljbffr