Business Intelligence & Strategy Specialist

UNAVAILABLE; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy management company is looking for a Business Intelligence & Strategy Specialist in Johannesburg. In this critical role, you will translate complex data into actionable insights to inform strategic decisions. You will drive the use of BI tools, train stakeholders, and produce market intelligence reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in BI tools and analytical skills, along with a bachelor's degree in a related field. This position offers opportunities for growth and making a tangible impact within the company.

Benefits

Exposure to strategic decision-making

Hands-on experience with BI tools

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong foundational training in quantitative analysis, economics, or data-driven disciplines.
• Experience in market intelligence, business intelligence, or analytical roles.
• Familiarity with data governance principles.

Responsibilities

• Driving adoption of advanced data and intelligence tools in the organization.
• Training stakeholders to use BI tools confidently.
• Collecting and analyzing macroeconomic and market data.
• Producing market intelligence reports and dashboards for leadership.
• Identifying emerging trends and growth opportunities.

Skills

Business Intelligence tools

Market research techniques

Analytical thinking

Data visualisation

Communication skills

Detail-oriented approach

Commercial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics

Tools

Power BI

SE Intel

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Business Intelligence & Strategy Specialist to be based in our Johannesburg office, supporting the Sub‑Saharan Africa market. In this role, you will play a critical part in shaping strategic decisions by translating complex data into clear, actionable insights, driving a data‑led mindset across the business, while identifying market trends, opportunities, and risks that inform growth and strategic direction.

What will you do?

• Driving adoption and effective use of advanced data and intelligence tools (including SE Intel) across the organisation.
• Training and enabling stakeholders to confidently use BI tools for informed decision‑making.
• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting macroeconomic, industry, competitive, and market data.
• Producing regular market intelligence reports, dashboards, and strategic insights for senior leadership.
• Developing and maintaining BI dashboards and visualisations to track key business and performance indicators.
• Ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and relevance across all reporting outputs.
• Identifying emerging trends, growth opportunities, and potential risks.
• Supporting strategic planning, pricing strategies, forecasting, and scenario modelling.
• Partnering with cross‑functional teams to align intelligence outputs with broader business objectives.

What skills and capabilities will make you successful

• Strong experience with Business Intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, SE Intel, or similar platforms).
• Solid understanding of macroeconomic indicators, market research techniques, and competitive analysis.
• Advanced analytical thinking with the ability to interpret large and complex data sets.
• Strong data visualisation skills able to simplify and communicate insights clearly.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to train and influence diverse audiences.
• Structured, detail‑oriented approach with a strong focus on data accuracy and quality.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to connect insights to business strategy and outcomes.

What's in it for you?

• Exposure to strategic decision‑making and senior stakeholders across the business.
• Hands‑on experience with advanced market intelligence and BI tools.
• Opportunity to shape how data is used to influence strategy and growth.
• Continuous learning through working with macroeconomic, industry, and competitive insights.
• Career development within Business Intelligence, Strategy, or Commercial Analytics pathways.
• The chance to make a tangible impact by turning insight into action.

Who will you report to?

• You will report directly to the Head of Business Development & Strategy / Data.
• This is a key individual contributor role within a collaborative, cross‑functional environment. You will work closely with stakeholders across strategy, business development, leadership, and operational teams, acting as a trusted intelligence and insights partner rather than a people manager.

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, or a related discipline
• Strong foundational training in quantitative analysis, economics, or data‑driven disciplines
• Experience in market intelligence, business intelligence, or analytical roles (regional or global exposure is an advantage)
• Familiarity with data governance principles and data‑driven decision‑making frameworks
• Exposure to sectors such as energy management, industrial automation, or complex B2B environments is beneficial but not essential

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