Operations Analyst - Industrial Sector

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an analytical Operations Analyst to join their industrial operations team in Nelspruit. You will collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement across production, supply chain, and finance.

You will work with engineering and management to provide data-driven insights that inform strategic decisions and enhance performance. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement in Nelspruit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field as listed in the requirements.
• Minimum 3 years in operations data analysis, data analysis, or industrial engineering roles.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze operational data from production, supply chain, and finance.
• Develop dashboards and reports to visualize KPIs and operational metrics.
• Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies and provide actionable insights.
• Support the development and implementation of process improvement initiatives based on data analysis.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed operational changes.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand challenges and provide data-driven solutions.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or related

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and analytical Operations Analyst to join their industrial operations team in Nelspruit . This role is crucial for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement across various business functions. You will work closely with engineering and management teams to provide data-driven insights that support strategic decision-making and enhance overall operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical professional to contribute to operational excellence in the vibrant economic landscape of Nelspruit .

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze operational data from various sources, including production, supply chain, and finance.
• Develop dashboards and reports to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics.
• Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in operational data, and provide actionable insights.
• Support the development and implementation of process improvement initiatives based on data analysis.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed operational changes.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand their operational challenges and provide data-driven solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Business Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an operations analysis, data analysis, or industrial engineering role.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and presentation skills to convey complex data insights clearly.
• Familiarity with industrial processes and operations is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in analytics and operations.
• A collaborative work environment with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility for team collaboration and focus time in Nelspruit .