Data Analyst

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive pay

Medical aid & retirement planning

Professional development

Data-driven culture in Polokwane

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a sharp and analytical Data Analyst to join our growing team in Polokwane. This hybrid role involves collecting, cleaning, and interpreting complex datasets to provide actionable insights that drive business decisions.

You will work with marketing, sales, and operations to identify trends, build dashboards, and translate data into clear narratives that inform strategy and improve efficiency in a modern, collaborative environment with hybrid flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Analyst or similar role.
• Strong SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or similar BI tools.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and reporting techniques.
• Familiarity with Python or R for data analysis is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and preprocess large datasets from various sources.
• Analyze data to identify trends and inform business strategies.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using BI tools.
• Communicate analytical findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand data needs.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and data-driven optimizations.

Skills

SQL

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Communication/presentation

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Hybrid work

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Python

R

Job description

Our client is seeking a sharp and analytical Data Analyst to join their growing team in Polokwane . This hybrid role will involve collecting, cleaning, and interpreting complex datasets to provide actionable insights that drive business decisions. You will work closely with various departments, including marketing, sales, and operations, to identify trends, generate reports, and build dashboards that visualize key performance indicators. Your ability to translate data into clear, understandable narratives will be essential for informing strategy and improving operational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity for a data enthusiast to contribute meaningfully to business intelligence and strategy within a collaborative, modern work environment that offers hybrid flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and preprocess large datasets from various sources to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and correlations that can inform business strategies and decision-making.
• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Communicate complex analytical findings clearly and concisely to stakeholders through presentations and written reports.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand their data needs and provide tailored analytical support.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and data-driven optimizations within the business.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Data Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and reporting techniques.
• Familiarity with Python or R for data analysis is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement, offering a blend of remote and in-office work.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement planning assistance.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and data science training.
• A data-centric and collaborative work culture in Polokwane .