FMCG Market Insight Analyst (Hybrid)

Placements24

Benoni

Hybrid

ZAR 300,000 - 540,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a sharp Market Analyst for our FMCG client in Benoni with a hybrid work model. You will gather, interpret, and report on market data, consumer trends, and competitive landscapes to inform strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of market analysis experience, a quantitative degree, and proficiency with Excel, SPSS, and Tableau. You will deliver data-driven insights to marketing, sales, and product teams and help identify growth opportunities and risks.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Economics, Statistics, Marketing, Business).
2-4 years of market analysis or BI experience, preferably in FMCG.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, SPSS, and Tableau.
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present data clearly.
Detail-oriented with high data accuracy.
Experience in hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth market research and analysis on consumer behavior, industry trends, and competitor activities.
Collect, organize, and interpret large datasets related to sales, market share, and consumer preferences.
Prepare regular reports and presentations with actionable insights for stakeholders.
Identify emerging market opportunities and risks for the FMCG portfolio.
Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing and sales initiatives.
Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product development teams to provide data-driven recommendations.