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Job Description
iStore is looking for a highly driven, execution-focused E-commerce Fulfilment Manager to take full ownership of our end-to-end order delivery experience across istore.co.za and istorepre-owned.co.za.
This is a critical leadership role where the buck stops with you — ensuring every order reaches the customer on time, every time. You will lead last-mile operations across multiple fulfilment channels, including Distribution Centre (DC), Deliver-from-Store (DFS), Buy Online Pick Up In Store (BOPIS), and express delivery services (Same Day, Chosen Day, and 1-Hour).
If you thrive in high-pressure, high-volume environments and are obsessed with execution excellence, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Fulfilment Ownership
- Own and drive 100% SLA compliance across all fulfilment channels
- Monitor live order pipelines and resolve at-risk deliveries in real time
- Oversee DC dispatch readiness and courier handovers
- Manage Deliver-from-Store (DFS) and BOPIS execution nationally
- Ensure flawless execution of high-profile launches (e.g. iPhone launch day delivery
- Lead internal driver fleet operations and daily routing
- Manage outsourced courier and express delivery partners
- Drive SLA accountability and performance through monthly reviews and scorecards
- Act as the primary operational contact for all delivery partners
Transport Management System (Picup)
- Own and optimise the Picup TMS platform
- Ensure full delivery tracking, routing accuracy, and data integrity
- Manage vendor relationship and drive system improvements
- Monitor and optimise cost per delivery across all channels
- Audit courier invoices and resolve billing discrepancies
- Support commercial negotiations using performance and cost data
- Deliver measurable cost-saving initiatives quarterly
- Own end-to-end returns (customer collections from home and stores)
- Ensure SLA adherence and accurate inventory flow back to DC/stores
Peak Planning & Execution
- Lead fulfilment planning for Black Friday, iPhone launches, and peak events
- Scale fleet and courier capacity ahead of demand
- Provide real-time operational updates during high-volume periods
- Publish daily execution reports with performance insights and escalations
- Maintain live dashboards (PowerBI, Excel, Picup)
- Proactively identify risks and escalate within defined timelines
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner with E-commerce, DC Operations, Finance, and Retail teams
- Align on priorities, capacity planning, and execution improvements
- Lead, coach, and develop fulfilment coordinators and driver teams
- Drive a high-performance, accountable culture
- Manage recruitment, onboarding, and performance processes
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerBI skills
- Experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS) (Picup advantageous)
- Familiarity with AI tools and operational dashboards
Experience
- 10+ years in e-commerce fulfilment, logistics, or last-mile delivery
- Proven experience managing driver fleets and courier partners in South Africa
- Strong understanding of the local logistics landscape
- Experience in high-volume, fast-paced retail or e-commerce environments
- Demonstrated success managing multi-channel delivery SLAs
- Experience in courier billing, cost optimisation, and negotiations
- Exposure to peak trading periods (e.g. launches, Black Friday)
Advantageous:
- Experience with BOPIS and Deliver-from-Store models
- Exposure to Picup or similar last-mile platforms
Who You Are
- Execution-obsessed: You measure success by outcomes, not activity
- Customer-first: You understand delivery is the final brand touchpoint
- Data-driven: You use dashboards and insights to stay ahead of issues
- Calm under pressure: You solve problems fast and decisively
- Hands-on leader: You lead from the front and build strong teams
At iStore, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering a world-class customer experience for one of the most recognisable technology brands. This role sits at the heart of our e-commerce operation — where execution excellence directly impacts customer satisfaction and business performance