Graduate Operations Analyst: Training, Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate salary

Mentorship and career development

Structured training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Operations Analyst to join our manufacturing and logistics client in Vereeniging. You will analyze operational data, identify inefficiencies, and help implement process improvements in a busy industrial setting.

You will work with operations managers, monitor KPIs, assist in capacity planning, and gain hands-on experience in supply chain and process optimization through structured training and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex data.
• Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Understanding of operations management and supply chain concepts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving issues.
• Eagerness to learn and apply new operational methodologies.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost reduction.
• Develop and implement process improvement initiatives across departments.
• Monitor KPIs and generate regular performance reports.
• Assist in capacity planning and resource allocation to optimize production schedules.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot operational issues.
• Support development and implementation of new operational strategies and technologies.
• Conduct root cause analysis for production or supply chain disruptions.
• Participate in inventory management and logistics optimization projects.
• Maintain operational documentation and SOPs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Excel

Data interpretation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Operations Analyst to join our manufacturing and logistics client in Vereeniging. You will analyze operational data, identify inefficiencies, and help implement process improvements in a busy industrial setting.

You will work with operations managers, monitor KPIs, assist in capacity planning, and gain hands-on experience in supply chain and process optimization through structured training and mentorship.