Business Process and Automation Specialist (George)

Datafin; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 640,820 - 961,230; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech brand in South Africa is seeking a Business Process and Automation Specialist to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in process enhancement and a formal qualification in a relevant field. This role involves driving optimization, leading technology evaluations, and implementing automated solutions across departments. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and transformation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in process enhancement or automation role.

Responsibilities

• Lead digitisation of operational processes within the Digital Transformation Roadmap.
• Drive process optimisation and scalability.
• Lead technology evaluation and vendor selection.
• Monitor performance and optimize workflows.
• Implement data flow and automation strategies.
• Engage with stakeholders for process reengineering.

Skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Education

Qualification in Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or Business Management

Job description

Business Process and Automation Specialist (George)Other

Eastern Cape - South Africa

ENVIRONMENT

As one of South Africas fastest-growing FinTech brands, our client is dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technologies to create seamless experiences and deliver meaningful results for their customers and stakeholders. They are currently seeking a Business Process and Automation Specialist to take ownership of identifying, designing, and implementing strategies that optimize business processes and drive measurable improvements. This role calls for a proactive, solutions-oriented professional who can operate independently, leading initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, automation, and scalability across the organization.

DUTIES

• Lead the digitisation and scaling of operational processes and systems within the 5-Year Digital Transformation Roadmap.

  Take ownership of identifying, analysing, and recommending scalable solutions while ensuring they align with long-term business objectives. Identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities for accelerating transformation efforts.

• Own and Drive Process Optimisation and Scalability.

  Analyse and identify inefficiencies in operational processes. Design, recommend, and implement scalable solutions that align with long-term business goals. Drive continuous improvements in lead handling, process efficiency and automation, and enhanced query resolution and customer experience within contact centre.

• Lead Technology Evaluation and Vendor Selection.

  Work with the solutions analyst with vendor evaluations and selections, ensuring that technology aligns with digital strategy. Collaborate with Data and business units to integrate automation tools effectively. Ensuring future-proof, scalable technology adoption by operational teams.

• Performance Monitoring and Continuous Optimisation.

  Develop and implement key performance tracking mechanisms for all workflow improvements. Continuously refine processes based on data-driven insights.

• Data Flow and Automation.

  Lead the identification and implementation of automation opportunities across operational departments. Collaborate with AI specialists to implement intelligent automation solutions. Monitor data flows, and identify inefficiencies, and optimisation opportunities.

• Process Reengineering and Cross-Functional Collaboration.

  Continuously engage with stakeholders to identify pain points and implement solutions. Take the lead in workflow redesign to enhance operational efficiency. Ensure alignment between automation efforts and company-wide objectives.

REQUIREMENTS

• Min 2 years experience in process enhancement or automation role.
• Formal qualification in Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Management or equivalent.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.

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