Data Analyst - Business Improvement (Potchefstroom) On-site

Sourcing and Recruitment Consultants; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Data Analyst / Scientist to analyze business processes and optimize efficiency. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field, with 3+ years of experience in data science, and is proficient in SQL and Power BI. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate findings effectively are essential. This role requires onsite presence and global travel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a data science role focused on business process optimization.
• Proven ability to apply statistical modelling to improve business operations.
• Portfolio of projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes and identify inefficiencies.
• Develop data models, dashboards, and reports.
• Utilize process mining tools to assess workflows.
• Support the development of automated solutions.
• Present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Hands-on experience with data science tools

Knowledge of process automation techniques

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated and independent

Problem solver

Creative thinker

Influencer & Ideator

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Job description

Headquartered in South Africa, my client is one of the largest rock boring and drilling services providers in the world; operating across the African continent in Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, Mali, Ghana and Sierra Leone, and in Latin America in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru. They also have a presence in the US, Canada, Australia, India, Turkey, China, Russia and France.

Data Analyst / Scientist (Business Improvement)

Job description & Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Business Improvement Specialists to analyze business processes and identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for optimization
• Develop data models, dashboards, and reports that provide insights into process performance and drive data-driven decisions
• Utilize process mining tools to assess operational workflows and pinpoint areas for automation
• Support the development of automated solutions to streamline repetitive tasks and improve efficiency
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders to influence business strategy and operational improvements

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in a data science role (preferably focused on business process optimization)
• Experience in SQL & Power BI
• Proven ability to apply statistical modelling to improve business operations (Portfolio of projects)

Special conditions / requirements

• Code EB license
• Be able to travel globally
• Onsite
• 3 years min experience

Skills required

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets
• Hands‑on experience with data science tools (e.g., Power BI, etc.)
• Knowledge of process automation techniques and experience working with large-scale business datasets
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and drive opportunities for improvement
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical insights into actionable business recommendations
• Self‑motivated and independent, capable of working in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment
• Problem solver, Creative thinker, Influencer & Ideator