Remote Senior Data Analyst - Retail Insights

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Professional development

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Analyst to join a fully remote team focused on retail analytics. You will collect, clean, and analyze large datasets to uncover patterns in sales and customer behavior, build predictive models, and create dashboards for stakeholders.

Strong communication and mentoring skills are essential. The role emphasizes independent work in a remote environment, with experience in cloud platforms and advanced analytics.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis, BI, or related role in retail.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Expertise in Python or R for data analysis.
• Strong data visualization experience with Tableau/Power BI/Looker.
• Solid grounding in statistical modeling, ML, and experimental design.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large volumes of structured and unstructured data from various retail sources.
• Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and correlations in sales and customer behavior.
• Develop statistical models for forecasting, segmentation, and predictive analysis.
• Create visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings.
• Translate analytics into actionable business recommendations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and operations to understand data needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality and collection methods.
• Stay updated on advances in data analysis tools and techniques.
• Mentor junior data analysts and contribute to team growth.
• Ensure data integrity and governance across analyses.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Data Visualization

Communication

Mentoring

Remote work

Cloud platforms

Education

Master's or PhD in Statistics/Math/CS/Economics/Data Science

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in retail technology and analytics, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Analyst to join their distributed team. This fully remote position offers the chance to leverage vast datasets to uncover actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making within the retail sector. You will be responsible for collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting complex data related to sales, customer behavior, market trends, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is a meticulous data professional with advanced analytical and statistical modeling skills, proficient in data visualization tools, and adept at communicating complex findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This role is crucial for guiding our client's continuous innovation and market leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and process large volumes of structured and unstructured data from various retail sources.
• Perform in-depth data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations related to sales, customer behavior, and market dynamics.
• Develop and implement statistical models for forecasting, segmentation, and predictive analysis.
• Create compelling data visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings effectively.
• Translate complex analytical results into clear, actionable business recommendations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., product, marketing, operations) to understand their data needs and provide analytical support.
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality, collection methods, and analytical processes.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in data analysis techniques, tools, and technologies.
• Mentor junior data analysts and contribute to the growth of the analytics team.
• Ensure data integrity and adherence to data governance policies in all analyses.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a related role, with a focus on the retail industry.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Expertise in programming languages commonly used for data analysis, such as Python or R.
• Strong experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and experimental design.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote environment.
• Experience with cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Benefits

• competitive annual salary of ZAR , paid remotely.
• comprehensive health insurance.
• a 401(k) or equivalent retirement plan.
• generous paid time off.
• professional development opportunities.
• the flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement.