Data Manager (Retail / Merchandising / Sales industry exposure)

Isilumko Staffing; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions provider is seeking an experienced IT Data Manager to join their team. This hybrid role involves overseeing data management and optimization in sales and merchandising. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, strong SQL proficiency, and at least 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in retail or sales. Key responsibilities include analyzing data for decision-making and providing training to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data management, data analysis, or a related role, preferably in retail, sales, or merchandising industries.
• Expertise in data governance, reporting, and analytics.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the management and optimization of data within sales and merchandising operations.
• Analyzes and presents complex data to relevant stakeholders for decision-making.
• Provides training to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Results-driven

Innovative

Problem solving

Collaborator

Team player

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Organized

Communication

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Management, Business Analytics, Information Technology, or a related field

Matric

Certification in data management or business intelligence

Tools

SQL

CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot)

Job description

One of the leaders in offering retail tailored solutions to clients is looking for an experienced IT Data Manager to join their team. This is a hybrid model position reporting to the CEO.

Working days are Monday to Saturday.

Qualifications:

• Matric
• Bachelor's degree in Data Management, Business Analytics, Information Technology, or a related field
• Certification in data management, business intelligence, or similar fields (e.g., CDMP, Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate)
• Strong proficiency in SQL and other data management tools
• Knowledge of data warehousing and ETL processes
• Familiarity with CRM and sales platforms (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) is a plus
• 3+ years of experience in data management, data analysis, or a related role, preferably in retail, sales, or merchandising industries
• Expertise in data governance, reporting, and analytics, working closely with cross-functional teams to streamline data processes and support business objectives
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
• Great track record, as reference checks will be conducted upfront

Key skills:

• Results-driven
• Innovative
• Problem solving
• Collaborator
• Team player
• Attention to detail
• Multi-tasking
• Organized
• Communication
• Report writing

Key performance areas:

• Oversees the management and optimization of data within sales and merchandising operations
• Analyzes and presents complex data to relevant stakeholders for decision-making
• Data management and integration
• Data governance and compliance
• Driving continuous improvement
• Provides training to internal stakeholders