Graduate Operations Analyst

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive graduate salary

Comprehensive training

Remote team culture

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Graduate Operations Analyst to support our operations team in a fully remote setup across South Africa. You will analyze data, develop dashboards, and drive process improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

This role emphasizes analytical thinking, strong problem-solving, and effective remote communication. A relevant degree and exposure to data tools are preferred for growth and development.

Qualifications

• A degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in Excel; SQL knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for efficiency gains.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track KPIs for operations.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of process improvements.
• Collaborate with different departments to gather information and ensure operational alignment.
• Support the development of operational strategies and best practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Quantitative skills

Problem-solving

Remote collaboration

Education

Degree in Business Administration

Degree in Operations Management

Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an analytical and process-oriented Graduate Operations Analyst for a fully remote position supporting their operations team. This role is crucial for optimizing business processes, analyzing operational data, and identifying areas for improvement. It's an exceptional starting point for recent graduates with a knack for problem-solving and a desire to understand and enhance operational efficiency. You will work closely with operations managers and cross-functional teams, utilizing data to drive strategic decisions and contribute to the smooth running of the business, all within a flexible, remote-first work environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for efficiency gains.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) for operations.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of process improvements.
• Collaborate with different departments to gather information and ensure operational alignment.
• Support the development of operational strategies and best practices.

Requirements

• A degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel; SQL knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with remote teams.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote working arrangement offering excellent flexibility.
• Comprehensive training in operational analysis and business process improvement.
• Exposure to diverse operational challenges and strategic initiatives.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team culture.