Data Analyst

ATS Client; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary negotiable

Job summary

ATS Client in Germiston is seeking an experienced Data Analyst with a strong background in inventory and stock management to support BI initiatives across a national warehouse network.

The successful candidate will analyze stock levels across multiple warehouses, forecast regional demand, and deliver detailed reports to optimize inventory and drive business decisions.

Experience managing stock environments valued at hundreds of millions and thousands of line items is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing inventory in large stock environments.
• Advanced reporting and data analysis capabilities.
• Experience with BI tools and ERP systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and manage stock levels across multiple warehouses.
• Forecast regional demand using historical trends.
• Monitor lead times with procurement and operations teams.
• Ensure stock availability aligned with warehouse demands.
• Deliver actionable reporting to support inventory optimization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stock/inventory analysis

Reporting proficiency

Tools

BI tools

ERP systems

Job description

A well-established and fast-paced manufacturing company in Germiston, Gauteng is looking for an experienced Data Analyst with a strong background in inventory and stock management. The successful candidate must have experience managing stock environments valued at R400 million and over 35,000 active line items. The role is critical in supporting business intelligence and optimizing stock across a national warehouse network.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and manage stock levels across more than ten warehouses
• Forecast demand per region using historical trends and market insights
• Monitor and improve lead times in coordination with procurement and operations teams
• Ensure availability of key stock lines aligned with warehouse-specific demands
• Deliver detailed and actionable reporting to support inventory optimization and business decision-making

Requirements

• Proven experience managing inventory in environments with stock values of R400 million and 35,000+ line items
• Strong analytical skills and advanced proficiency in reporting
• Experience with BI tools and ERP systems (advantageous)
• Solid understanding of complex procurement and supply processes, including local supply, manufacturing, imports, and buyouts

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable