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Job Details

📌 Position: Catalogue Intern
🏢 Company: Takealot Group
💼 Job Type: Internship / 12-Month Contract
📍 Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
🖥️ Workplace Type: On-site
🛒 Industry: E-commerce / Retail

Company Overview

Takealot Group is South Africa’s leading online retail and delivery platform, serving millions of customers across the country through takealot.com, Mr D, and Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS).

The company operates in a fast-paced and innovative environment focused on technology, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence. Takealot offers employees and interns the opportunity to gain valuable experience while working alongside some of the top professionals in the e-commerce industry.

Company Address: Takealot Head Office, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.

Job Overview

Takealot is looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Catalogue Intern to join its Retail team in Cape Town.

This internship is ideal for candidates who are interested in e-commerce operations, product data management, and digital retail systems. The successful candidate will assist with product listing management, catalogue quality assurance, and maintaining accurate product information across Takealot platforms.

The internship programme provides practical workplace experience, technical training, and professional development opportunities within one of South Africa’s leading technology-driven retail companies.

Key Responsibilities

Product Listing & Catalogue Management

• Upload new product data onto Retail and Marketplace platforms.
• Edit and maintain existing product listings.
• Ensure product information is accurate and up to date.

Data Quality Assurance

• Review product data for gaps, inconsistencies, or errors.
• Escalate product information issues when necessary.
• Ensure all listings meet product information standards and requirements.

Workload & Process Management

• Manage daily workload efficiently.
• Adhere to predetermined turnaround times.
• Maintain high levels of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with internal teams to maintain catalogue quality.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding listing requirements.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Qualifications

• N6 Certificate in:
  • Business Administration
  • Or a related field

Skills and Competencies

• Strong written communication skills.
• Good Google Sheets skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-changing digital environment.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork and communication abilities.

Preferred Attributes

• Fast learner with the ability to adjust to change.
• Self-motivated and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Efficient and highly organised.
• Positive can-do attitude.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Internship Benefits

Career Development

• Gain valuable experience within South Africa’s leading e-commerce company.
• Learn from experienced professionals in digital retail and operations.
• Opportunity for career growth within the Takealot Group.

Learning Opportunities

• Technical and soft-skills training.
• Access to online learning platforms such as Coursera, Udacity, and MyAcademy.
• Exposure to large-scale e-commerce systems and operations.

Work Environment

• Dynamic and collaborative workplace culture.
• Opportunity to work with innovative and high-performing teams.
• Access to mentorship and development programmes.
• Employee wellness support services.
• Social events and team-building activities.
• Free parking facilities.

Internship Application Tips

• Highlight administrative, data capturing, or product management experience.
• Showcase strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Include experience using Google Sheets, Excel, or digital systems.
• Mention any exposure to retail, e-commerce, or catalogue management.
• Ensure your CV is updated with academic achievements and practical experience.

Why Join Takealot?

Takealot provides interns with the opportunity to work in a high-growth digital environment where innovation, ownership, and teamwork are highly valued. Interns gain real-world experience while contributing to the success of Africa’s leading online retail platform.

Company Policy

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Preference may be given to applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people living with disabilities in line with the company’s employment equity objectives.

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to apply online through the official Takealot careers platform.