Data Officer (with Manufacturing Experience)

آركتِك سولار الشرق الأوسط وأفريقيا; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Data Officer to collect, process, and analyze operational data to support decision-making. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree and 2–4 years of data management experience in a factory setting. Strong MS Excel skills and knowledge of ERP/SAP are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years’ experience in data management or reporting role.
• Experience working in a factory or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of data analysis tools is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze factory operational data.
• Prepare production efficiency and cost analysis reports.
• Ensure data integrity and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Strong MS Excel

Data visualization skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration

Tools

ERP/SAP

Power BI

Job description

Job Description – Data Officer (with Manufacturing Experience)

1. Basic Information

• Position Title: Data Officer
• Department: Administration / HR / Production Support (depending on allocation)
• Reporting to: Department Manager (HR/Admin/Production)
• Location: Chinese-invested Factory in Saudi Arabia

2. Position Objective

Collect, process, and analyze factory operational data (production, HR, finance, compliance, etc.) to support decision-making. Ensure accuracy of records, timely reporting, and compliance with both corporate and Saudi regulatory requirements.

3. Key Responsibilities

3.1 Data Collection & Entry

• Gather daily, weekly, and monthly data from production, HR, warehouse, and finance departments.
• Maintain accurate data records in Excel, SAP, or other ERP systems.
• Ensure data integrity and traceability.

3.2 Data Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare production efficiency, manpower, and cost analysis reports.
• Support HR reports (headcount, Saudization ratio, attendance, turnover).
• Generate compliance reports for WPS, GOSI, CCHI, and government submissions.
• Provide dashboards and KPIs to management and HQ.

3.3 System & Process Support

• Work with ERP/SAP or factory management systems for data input and validation.
• Support digital transformation initiatives for data automation.
• Monitor data discrepancies and propose corrective measures.

3.4 Cross-Department Coordination

• Act as a data focal point, consolidating information across production, logistics, finance, HR, and quality.
• Provide ad-hoc reports and analysis for management decisions.

3.5 Compliance & Confidentiality

• Ensure reports and records comply with company policies and Saudi regulations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive company and employee data.

4. Requirements

4.1 Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

4.2 Experience

• Minimum 2–4 years’ experience in data management or reporting role.
• Must have experience working in a factory or industrial environment.
• Experience with ERP/SAP or similar systems preferred.

4.3 Skills

• Strong MS Excel and data visualization skills (pivot tables, charts, dashboards).
• Knowledge of SAP, Power BI, or other data analysis tools is an advantage.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Communication skills in English; Chinese/Arabic is a plus.

5. Performance KPIs

1. Accuracy rate of reports and data entry.
2. Timeliness of data submission.
3. Data error correction rate.
4. Management satisfaction with reporting support.
5. Contribution to data-driven improvements.