Data Analyst

Boardroom Appointments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Analyst to transform data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. In this pivotal role, you will gather and analyze data, ensuring its integrity while collaborating with various departments to meet their data needs. Your expertise in SQL and data visualization tools will be crucial in creating impactful reports and dashboards that guide strategic decisions. If you are results-driven and passionate about leveraging data for business success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience is required.
• 3+ years of experience in data analysis or business intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Gather and integrate data from multiple sources ensuring accuracy.
• Perform detailed data analysis to identify trends and create reports.

Skills

SQL

PL/SQL

Data Visualization

Excel

Statistical Analysis

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Data Science

Degree in Statistics

Degree in Applied Mathematics

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Location:Johannesburg (On-site)
Position Type: Permanent
Travel Required: Yes

JOB PURPOSE

The Data Analyst is responsible for transforming data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. This includes data collection, analysis, and reporting, as well as ensuring data integrity and consistency across the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
• Equivalent work experience in finance, supply chain management, engineering, or manufacturing operations is advantageous.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least three years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a related field.
• Experience in financial analytics, sales and distribution, customer journey analytics, marketing analytics, or process control is preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, and other database programming languages.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience with Excel and statistical analysis tools.

Analytical Skills

• Strong ability to analyze data sets and translate them into meaningful insights.
• Knowledge of basic statistical and data mining techniques.

Communication and Collaboration

• Excellent communication skills to convey complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate with various departments to identify and fulfill data needs.

Results-Driven

• Focus on achieving business outcomes through effective data analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Data Collection and Integration

• Gather and integrate data from multiple sources.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data collected.

Data Analysis

• Perform detailed data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Create reports and dashboards to present findings to stakeholders.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with business units to understand their data needs.
• Translate business requirements into data-driven solutions.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve data processes and reporting.