Data Analyst I

The Shoprite Group of Companies; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African retailer is seeking a Data Analyst I to enhance product category competitiveness and profitability. This role involves conducting data analysis to provide insights and recommendations, advising stakeholders on business challenges, and contributing to long-term strategies. The ideal candidate will focus on product assortment, pricing, promotions, and placement to drive sales performance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct descriptive data analysis by gathering and analyzing complex datasets.
• Advise stakeholders on business challenges and sales opportunities.
• Support long-term trading strategies.

Job description

To enhance the competitiveness and profitability of a product category by providing comprehensive analysis, support, and execution of a customer-centric category strategy. This strategy focuses on product assortment, pricing, promotions, and placement. The Data Analyst I will conduct descriptive data analysis by gathering, consolidating, and analyzing complex datasets to generate insights, predictions, and recommendations. This role will advise stakeholders on business challenges and sales opportunities while supporting long-term trading strategies.

Key Outputs

• Generate insights, predictions, and actionable recommendations.
• Produce tactical and strategic reports to support business activities.
• Contribute to the development and execution of long-term trading strategies.