Junior Operations Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive training program

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Operations Analyst to join our growing operations team. This entry-level role focuses on data analysis, process improvement, and operational efficiency in a key industrial hub, with a hybrid work model balancing office collaboration and remote flexibility.

You will collect and analyze data, monitor KPIs, assist in new procedures, support projects, and collaborate across departments to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an aptitude for data interpretation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software for data analysis.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• An understanding of operational processes and supply chain concepts is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze operational data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Assist in developing and implementing new operational procedures and standards.
• Monitor KPIs and prepare regular performance reports for management.
• Support the planning and execution of operational projects, ensuring timely completion.
• Collaborate with different departments to ensure seamless operational workflow and communication.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data interpretation

Excel skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Junior Operations Analyst to join their growing operational team in Richards Bay . This entry-level position is designed for ambitious graduates looking to develop expertise in operational efficiency, process improvement, and data analysis within a key industrial hub. You will support the operations management team by gathering data, analyzing performance metrics, and identifying opportunities for enhancement. This role offers valuable hands-on experience in optimizing business processes and contributing to the smooth functioning of critical operations, working within a hybrid model that balances office collaboration with remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze operational data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Assist in developing and implementing new operational procedures and standards.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare regular performance reports for management.
• Support the planning and execution of operational projects, ensuring timely completion.
• Collaborate with different departments to ensure seamless operational workflow and communication.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an aptitude for data interpretation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software for data analysis.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• An understanding of operational processes and supply chain concepts is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive training program focused on operational analysis and management.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility for employees in Richards Bay .
• Opportunities for career progression within operations and management roles.
• A supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement and efficiency.