Business Analyst

Avi Pvt. Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Gauteng seeks a Business Analyst to enhance outbound distribution processes. Candidates should have SAP experience and a degree in Supply Chain or equivalent. This role focuses on analytics for efficiency improvements and maintaining logistics performance dashboards, contributing significantly to the company's logistics operations.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of integrated master data information systems.
• Experience in logistics performance management.

Responsibilities

• Analyse outbound distribution processes for higher efficiency.
• Maintain logistic databases for accurate cost control.
• Develop and maintain a logistics performance dashboard.

Skills

Expert knowledge of Sales Order To Cash (SOTC) processes

Warehouse Management (WM)

Advanced Excel skills including macros and pivot tables

Proven record of Business Intelligence (BI) software usage

Transport management within FMCG environment

Delivery route planning

Education

Relevant 3-year degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Finance or equivalent

Tools

SAP

ERP system

Project management software

Job description

At our AVI Limited, we believe in collaboration and innovation to drive exceptional results.

Our Shared Services departments—spanning IT, Finance, HR, Logistics, Digital, Marketing, and Field Marketing—are essential to the growth of our industry-leading brands.

We foster a high-performance culture where teamwork, accountability, and creative problem-solving are celebrated.

At AVI Logistics Support Services Divisions, we ensure our products reach the right place, at the right time, and in perfect condition.

We manage the efficient movement of goods across supply chains, covering everything from warehousing to transportation and distribution.

With a strong focus on optimisation and sustainability, we play a vital role in delivering value to our customers.

Why Join Our Shared Services Team?

• Drive Growth: Support and contribute to the success of our industry-leading brands.
• Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a team-oriented environment that values accountability and innovation.
• Impact & Growth: Play a key role in our brands' success while advancing your career in a supportive setting.
• Shape the Future: Make a meaningful difference and help us shape the future of our business.
• Step Into a Role That Makes an Impact: We're seeking a Business Analyst to drive success at our AVI Logistics Support Services Division in Isando, Johannesburg.

This role is designed to analyse outbound distribution processes, review delivery networks and recommend any applicable adjustments for higher efficiency.

In addition, maintaining logistic databases for accurate cost control and reporting purposes.

Reporting Structure

Reports to: National Commercial Manager

Key Areas of Impact

• Spend analysis: Update and maintain the division's cost cube and ensure the integrity of the data; provide spend analyses and reports.
• Business Intelligence: Provide key indices to reduce spend and improve productivity, and track and update these on a weekly/monthly basis.
• External intelligence: Continuously scan the external environment to collate relevant business and market intelligence regarding logistics industries.
• Stakeholder consultation: Consult with stakeholders on Business Intelligence requirements and provide support where required.
• Performance management: Continuously monitor and develop operational solutions, providing internal solutions related to logistics and monitoring their implementation.
• Resource optimization studies on delivery networks.
• Logistics performance dashboard: Develop and maintain a logistics performance dashboard that is updated continuously to all roll players.
• Supplier KPI review: Review supplier key performance indicators and highlight areas of concern.

Project Management

• Manage system improvements with IT and represent business requirements to information technology based on identified needs, addressing programming, networking configuration, and hardware requirements.
• Develop meaningful and strategic relationships with relevant business representatives to understand business operations and improvement initiatives.
• Provide meaningful and objective feedback on projects and requests from business.
• Provide training to improve business skill and understanding of SAP and third-party system functionality.
• Provide day-to-day process troubleshooting, acting as an internal consultant, providing guidance on business processes, continuous improvement, training, and support.

What It Takes to Succeed

Experience that sets you up for success: SAP experience is mandatory.

Expertise Requirements

• Expert knowledge of Sales Order To Cash (SOTC) processes.
• Warehouse Management (WM).
• Minimum of three years' experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of integrated master data information systems.
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system experience.
• Advanced Excel skills including macros and pivot tables.
• Project management software and process designs.
• Proven record of Business Intelligence (BI) software usage.
• Accounting concepts.
• Warehouse management within FMCG environment.
• Transport management within FMCG environment.
• Delivery route planning.
• Executive reporting.

Qualifications & Certifications

• A relevant 3-year degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Finance or equivalent is required.

Take the Next Step with Us. At the heart of our AVI Shared Services Divisions is a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Here, you'll have the opportunity to work with talented professionals across multiple disciplines, allowing you to grow professionally.

If you are passionate about making an impact, solving complex problems, and collaborating with others to drive excellence, this is the place for you.