Remote Junior Operations Analyst - Analytics & Optimization

Placements24; Vereeniging; Híbrido; ZAR 240.000 - 360.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Operations Analyst for a fully remote role based in South Africa. You will monitor, analyze, and optimize operational processes using large datasets, identify trends, and recommend improvements.

This is ideal for a recent graduate wanting hands-on training and mentorship in a fast-paced logistics setting. You will work independently, communicate clearly with teams, and help forecast needs while contributing to dashboards and databases.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Operations Management, Business Admin, Industrial Eng).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to work remotely.
• Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting; SQL experience helpful.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor and analyze key operational KPIs to assess performance.
• Identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks in processes and propose improvements.
• Develop and implement solutions to optimize workflows and costs.
• Prepare regular reports and present findings to management.
• Collaborate with operations teams to collect data and understand challenges.
• Assist in forecasting operational needs and resource allocation.
• Contribute to maintaining operational databases and dashboards.
• Stay updated on best practices and emerging tech in operations management.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Remote work

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management / Business Administration / Industrial Engineering

Herramientas

Excel

SQL

Data visualization tools

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Operations Analyst for a fully remote role based in South Africa. You will monitor, analyze, and optimize operational processes using large datasets, identify trends, and recommend improvements.

This is ideal for a recent graduate wanting hands-on training and mentorship in a fast-paced logistics setting. You will work independently, communicate clearly with teams, and help forecast needs while contributing to dashboards and databases.