Hybrid Junior Operations Analyst: Data-Driven Improvements

Placements24; Graafwater; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Training & certifications

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Operations Analyst to bolster their operations team in Paarl. You will collect, analyze, and report on data to identify improvements in processes and cost reductions while learning from experienced analysts.

This hybrid role offers clear opportunities for professional development, exposure to cross-functional projects, and a pathway to specialize in operational analysis and data interpretation within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Understanding of business operations and process flows.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and analyze operational data to identify trends.
• Support development and implementation of process improvements.
• Monitor KPIs and generate regular reports.
• Create process documentation and SOPs.
• Collaborate with departments to understand challenges and propose solutions.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to enhance operational effectiveness.

Skills

Strong analytical and quantitative

Problem-solving aptitude

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Operations Management/Industrial Engineering/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Operations Analyst to bolster their operations team in Paarl. You will collect, analyze, and report on data to identify improvements in processes and cost reductions while learning from experienced analysts.

This hybrid role offers clear opportunities for professional development, exposure to cross-functional projects, and a pathway to specialize in operational analysis and data interpretation within a supportive team.