COO

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consulting firm in Stellenbosch is looking for an experienced professional to lead data and technology integration. The role involves coordinating software systems and collaborating with teams globally to enhance business processes. Candidates should have extensive experience in data science and management, along with a degree in a relevant field. Strong communication and project management skills are essential. Position requires on-site work five days a week.

Qualifications

• At least ten years’ experience in data, analytics, data science, software development, or engineering.
• Experience in people management and leadership.
• Willingness to travel internationally.
• Knowledge of GDPR and POPIA.
• Experience in e-commerce.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate integration of software systems.
• Collaborate with teams across business units to enable data-driven solutions.
• Support informed decision-making.

Skills

Data Science Expertise

People Management

Business Intelligence Tools

CRM Software Familiarity

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Google Analytics

R

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Overview

Working as part of a high-performance, service-driven group that prides itself on attracting the finest talent, you will find yourself in an environment buzzing with energy, where smart, motivated people collaborate to deliver the best data and technology solutions.

Will also coordinate the integration of various software systems and collaborate with teams across business units and countries to enable data-driven solutions, improve business processes, and support informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Working as part of a high-performance, service-driven group that prides itself on attracting the finest talent, you will find yourself in an environment buzzing with energy, where smart, motivated people collaborate to deliver the best data and technology solutions.


• Coordinate the integration of various software systems and collaborate with teams across business units and countries to enable data-driven solutions, improve business processes, and support informed decision-making.

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant field of study, such as data science, statistics, engineering, or computer science


• At least ten years’ experience in relevant fields, including data, analytics, data science, software development, and/or engineering


• Experience in people management and leadership


• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce)


• Advanced understanding of BI and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Google Analytics)


• Familiarity with data science tools and programming languages (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB, pandas) as well as database languages


• Knowledge of data pipelines and data integrations


• Proven experience in building a data strategy and executing projects, including data science and AI applications


• Experience managing technology projects and product development


• Ability to identify and communicate value-adding, data-driven insights to influence marketing, e-commerce, and broader business decisions


• Strong communication skills across all levels of the organisation


• Willingness to travel internationally


• Availability to work on-site, five days per week


• Knowledge of GDPR and POPIA, with experience implementing compliance measures across business operations


• Experience in e-commerce


• Proactive, creative, and able to take initiative

How to Apply

• Email your comprehensive CV to [e-mail].


• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.


• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.


• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.