Remote Junior Operations Analyst: Data-Driven Impact

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Remote-first environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Junior Operations Analyst to join a fully remote team serving the Upington region. You will analyze operational data, build dashboards, and support process improvements that enhance efficiency across the organization.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with strong analytical abilities, Excel proficiency, and excellent communication for remote teamwork. The role offers a remote-first environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with process mapping and performance metrics in operations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for remote teamwork.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data visualization tools is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks remotely.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track KPIs and present findings to management.
• Assist in implementing operational improvements and process changes.
• Support the optimization of logistics, supply chain, or service delivery processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and insights.
• Contribute to special projects aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelors in Operations Management

Bachelors in Business Administration

Bachelors in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Data visualization

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Junior Operations Analyst to join a fully remote team serving the Upington region. You will analyze operational data, build dashboards, and support process improvements that enhance efficiency across the organization.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with strong analytical abilities, Excel proficiency, and excellent communication for remote teamwork. The role offers a remote-first environment and opportunities for professional development.