Lead Sports Performance Analyst - Hybrid & Data-Driven

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

State-of-the-art facilities

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Sports Performance Analyst in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead analytics across multiple sports, translating data into actionable insights for coaches and athletes.

You will develop models, define KPIs, and deliver reports while mentoring analysts and collaborating with technology partners. The role combines on-site data work with strategic remote tasks in a hybrid setup.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or PhD) in a quantitative field related to sports science.

Responsibilities

• Lead the performance analysis department, overseeing data collection, processing, and interpretation for various sports.
• Develop and implement analytical models to identify performance trends, strengths and weaknesses.
• Collaborate with coaches to define KPIs and data-driven training strategies.
• Provide detailed performance reports and presentations to athletes, coaches, and management.
• Utilize software for video analysis, biomechanical assessment, and physiological monitoring.
• Mentor junior analysts and foster continuous learning and innovation.
• Stay updated with latest research and advancements in sports science and analytics.
• Develop new analytical methodologies and performance tracking systems.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and privacy.
• Manage relationships with external data providers and technology partners.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data mining

Machine learning

Leadership

Communication

Data visualization

Education

Master's degree in Sports Science / Biomechanics / Data Science

Tools

Hudl

Dartfish

Catapult

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Sports Performance Analyst in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead analytics across multiple sports, translating data into actionable insights for coaches and athletes.

You will develop models, define KPIs, and deliver reports while mentoring analysts and collaborating with technology partners. The role combines on-site data work with strategic remote tasks in a hybrid setup.