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Packaging Optimisation Specialist at Takealot Group - ApplyBlast

Packaging Optimisation Specialist

Takealot Group

22 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Onsite

Full Time

Senior

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About this role

Takealot.com is seeking a Packaging Optimisation Specialist in Cape Town to develop and implement long-term strategies for improving product packaging, reducing costs, and enhancing sustainability. The role involves analysing data to optimise parcel sizes, testing new packaging technologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline warehouse operations. This position requires a hands-on approach to process improvement and supplier management while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

Develop long-term packaging optimization plans aligned with company growth and sustainability goals
Analyze order and product data to determine optimal box sizes and reduce wasted space in parcels
Manage relationships with packaging suppliers and negotiate contracts to ensure stock availability

Skills

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Packaging Science, or a related field

About Takealot Group

takealotgroup.com

Company Size

1-10 employees

Founded

2021

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Takealot Group is South Africa's largest customer-centric e-commerce company, driven by people and powered by technology. Its portfolio of brands includes Takealot.com (general online marketplace), Mr D (on-demand delivery), Superbalist.com (fashion and homeware), and TFS. The group aims to change lives in South Africa for the better through e-commerce, serving as the leading online shopping destination on the African continent.