Business Analyst

Interwaste, a leader in waste management solutions across Southern Africa, is seeking a seasoned Business Analyst to join our team at the Germiston branch. With a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence, Interwaste is dedicated to creating a better future by transforming waste challenges into impactful opportunities.

Role Overview

The Business Analyst will play a pivotal role by assisting with the performance of analysing business needs, designing solutions, and implementing systems that support our operations. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Business Process Analysis
   • Analyse and document business processes across the organization, including landfills, effluent treatment plants, and logistics operations.
   • Identify areas for improvement and develop recommendations for process optimization.
   • Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement new processes and systems.
   • Evaluate process efficiency, effectiveness, and quality.
   • Pinpoint bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
   • Gather requirements and feedback from stakeholders, including employees, customers, and suppliers.
   • Document the business needs and requirements for process improvements.
2. Process Design and Implementation
   • Create new process designs that meet business requirements and improve efficiency.
   • Create models of new processes to test and refine them.
   • Implement new processes and ensure a smooth transition.
   • Track and evaluate the performance of new processes.
3. Business Area Systems Support
   • Work with the IT Department to design and implement systems that support business operations, including data management and reporting.
   • Ensure that systems are aligned with business needs and optimized for efficiency.
4. Business Mapping and Process Efficiency
   • Develop and maintain business process maps to identify areas for improvement.
   • Analyse data and identify trends to inform business decisions.
   • Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
5. Partnerships and Collaboration
   • Work with internal stakeholders, including the Logistics Department, to ensure alignment and coordination.
   • Collaborate with external partners, including 3rd party vendors and suppliers.
6. Reporting and Data Management
   • Develop and maintain reports and dashboards to inform business decisions.
   • Analyse data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
   • Ensure that data is accurate and up to date.
7. Continuous Improvement
   • Continuously monitor processes and identify areas for further improvement.
   • Refine and optimize processes to ensure they remain efficient and effective.
8. IT Systems Design
   • Work with the IT Department to design systems that provide for quick decision making.
   • Ensure that systems are aligned with business needs and optimized for efficiency.
9. Communication and Feedback
   • Notify superiors in a timely manner regarding aspects of your areas as deemed necessary.
   • Handle personnel matters such as reporting incidents, customer complaints, and other HR tasks.
10. Adhoc
    • Perform any other reasonable adhoc duty as required or requested by management.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in business analysis, operations management, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of numbers and accounting principles.
• Good knowledge of reporting and data management.
• Good knowledge of process mapping and streamlining.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• Experience in the waste management industry or a related field.
• Certification in business analysis, operations management, or related field.
• Experience with IT systems design and implementation.

Who We Are

Interwaste is a wholly owned subsidiary of Séché Environnement. We are Southern Africa's leading waste management company, committed to the sustainable preservation of the environment. We leverage technological excellence and innovation to solve a range of waste problems, ensuring accountability, integrity, safety, and excellence in all our operations.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for growth and development.
• A commitment to sustainability and innovation.
• A supportive, safety-conscious, and inclusive workplace.

Join us in shaping a sustainable future. Apply now to be part of our mission! If you're passionate about creating a thriving workplace and are ready to contribute to a sustainable future, apply now and become part of our mission! Candidates must apply via LinkedIn and submit their resumes for consideration.

To learn more about Interwaste, visit our website.

As an equal opportunities employer, we uphold a compliant, fair, and inclusive workplace environment. We reserve the right to not fill the position. Should you not hear back from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. If you have previously responded, please do not re-submit. Interwaste subscribes to the principles of employment equity.