Data Analyst

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


Key Responsibilities:

  • Apply Agile project methodology to solve complex business problems by analyzing and interpreting key business and operational data to validate or challenge hypotheses.
  • Collaborate in a team to perform hypothesis testing, conduct interviews, analyze data, and formulate outcomes with actionable recommendations.
  • Define, quantify, and solve business problems across various functions including HR, Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, and Technology.
  • Lead or participate in teams to deliver results through data analytics, using tools such as Power BI, SQL, Excel, and Celonis.
  • Analyze and interpret business processes and operational data to verify or refute hypotheses.
  • Work closely with the team to ensure effective data analysis is based on clean, reliable, and dependable data.
  • Deliver impactful presentations to senior executives, providing insights and recommendations for corrective or preventive actions both regionally and globally.
  • Contribute to the design and development of an Enterprise Risk Management strategy and platform using innovative tools (e.g., PowerApps, Python, R).
  • Explore, recommend, and lead the deployment of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to simplify and automate periodic reviews.
  • Champion the use of digital technologies within the team and with external stakeholders to improve sustainable risk management practices.
  • Actively support the development of the team's analytics capabilities to ensure a synchronized team strength.
  • Develop a strong contact network in a high-pressure environment and step outside your comfort zone to drive results.
  • Tackle new challenges and learn new processes on a quarterly basis.
  • Continuously monitor the operational risk environment, using data analytics skills and business acumen to proactively manage emerging risks.
  • Extract and analyze data from various platforms, and create reports using Power BI for testing purposes.
Qualifications and Skills:
  • Strong background in mathematics and data analytics.
  • Proficiency in data programming and tools such as Power BI, SQL, Excel, and Celonis.
  • Experience in Agile project management methodology.
  • Strong business acumen and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate complex data insights effectively to senior stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with risk management strategies and tools (e.g., PowerApps, Python, R) is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-pressure environment.
If you're a proactive, analytical thinker with a passion for using data to solve business challenges, we encourage you to apply. Join us in making a real difference and driving continuous improvement across the business!
To apply, please send your CV to:Note: Should you not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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  • Job Id
    JD1427775
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
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