Graduate Operations Analyst — Drive Efficiency & Insights

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career progression

On-the-job training

Exposure to core operations

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Graduate Operations Analyst in Richards Bay to help improve efficiency and reduce costs. This entry-level role focuses on analyzing operational data, identifying bottlenecks, and collaborating with multiple departments to drive change.

You will build reports and dashboards to track KPIs, assist in process-improvement initiatives, and coordinate operational activities to ensure smooth workflow. On-the-job training and a clear career progression path accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Understanding of operational processes and supply chain principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data to identify inefficiencies, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain operational reports and dashboards to track KPIs.
• Assist in the implementation of process improvement initiatives and operational changes.
• Support the planning and coordination of operational activities to ensure smooth workflow.
• Conduct root cause analysis for operational issues and propose solutions.
• Collaborate with supply chain, production, and logistics teams to optimize operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Graduate Operations Analyst in Richards Bay to help improve efficiency and reduce costs. This entry-level role focuses on analyzing operational data, identifying bottlenecks, and collaborating with multiple departments to drive change.

You will build reports and dashboards to track KPIs, assist in process-improvement initiatives, and coordinate operational activities to ensure smooth workflow. On-the-job training and a clear career progression path accompany the role.