Senior Commercial Business Analyst

Talent Genie; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a skilled Senior Commercial Business Analyst in Midrand, South Africa. You will be responsible for developing project plans, conducting business analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful project delivery. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and significant experience in business analysis or project management, alongside strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in business analysis or project management.
• Experience in commercial industries, logistics or supply chain knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans with deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Conduct business analyses including market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling.
• Provide regular project status updates to senior management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Critical thinking

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving skills

Commercial modeling

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Reference
Senior Commercial Bu

Salary
ZAR/month

Job Location
- South Africa -- Johannesburg Metro -- Midrand

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
02 December 2024

Our client is looking for a skilled and analytical professional to join their team as a Senior Commercial Business Analyst.

Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed project plans with clear deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Define project scope, objectives, and milestones to align with business goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and create comprehensive project plans.
• Track and monitor commercial project progress, addressing deviations from timelines or milestones.
• Identify and assess potential risks, implementing mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Provide regular project status updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Organize and facilitate project meetings, setting clear agendas and objectives.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, offering insights and updates on project status, risks, and issues.
• Conduct business analyses, including market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling.
• Develop and present comprehensive reports on project performance, trends, and opportunities.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in project management and business analysis.
• Use data-driven insights to make informed recommendations for decision-making.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within project teams.

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, suitable for various audiences.
• Proficient in data analysis, with the ability to derive meaningful insights.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality in deliverables.
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Familiarity with commercial and financial modeling.
• 4-6 years of relevant experience in business analysis or project management.
• Experience in commercial industries, with knowledge of logistics or supply chain sectors being a strong asset.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a bonus.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.