Takealot Group

Franchise Manager

Takealot Group · Johannesburg
Johannesburg Posted 2026-08-07
Type
Full-time
Experience
3+ yr

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.

This position reports to the National Franchise Operations Manager

Your responsibilities can include:

  • Assisting in the setting up of SOP’s for all clients across the delivery platform
  • Constantly monitor and upgrade SOP’s where necessary
  • Assist with the training and set up of new Franchises
  • Train SOP’s at a Franchisee level
  • Monitor, manage and maintain the required Franchise service levels
  • Adherence of Franchisees to Hub Setup Manual and Franchise Agreement
  • Set and manage KPI’s at Franchise level
  • Regular audits to assess and measure process and execution performance
  • Local travel in and around an allocated region, as well as traveling to allocated regional hubs quarterly
  • Driving the company policies, procedures and brand standards through regular auditing processes
  • Train and guide Franchisees towards improved business operations, act as a consultant to the Franchisee to drive business improvement and success
  • Assist Franchisees in the training of their employees
  • Monitoring and measuring hub performance and productivity against their required Service Level Agreement’s through system checks and reporting analysis
  • Presenting solutions to solve problems to help drive the momentum and success of the Franchise businesses
  • A Franchise Manager must be the ‘protector of the brand’ at all times, working towards brand recognition and business growth

Qualifications and experience:

  • Matric (grade 12) certificate or similar
  • 3 years top management experience
  • Microsoft Office experience in word, excel and PowerPoint
  • Training experience will be beneficial
  • Operational experience managing national or regional operations
  • Previous hospitality/retail Franchise working experience will be advantageous
  • Previous experience in the logistics industry is not required
  • Proven track record in delivery and execution
  • IT or tech savvy will be advantageous

Attributes required :

  • High energy, self-starter
  • Execution bias
  • Understand how technology works for business
  • Project Management
  • System and process orientated
  • Attention to detail while still seeing the bigger picture
  • Understand convenience and customer service
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking, ability to use data to make informed decisions, identify the root cause and resolve problems
  • Comfortable with change and an excellent team player
  • Low on ego, high on delivery and execution
  • Organization and sound communication will be key success factors of a Franchise Manager

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.

Takealot Group

Takealot Group

E-commerce · Private · Cape Town, South Africa

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Key Investors
Naspers, Tiger Global Management
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