Senior Operations Analyst

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Analyst to join a fully remote team. The role focuses on data-driven decision support, analysis of operational data, and development of dashboards to monitor KPIs across functions.

You will work with operations leadership to identify trends, propose improvements, and measure impact through dashboards and reports. A strong statistical background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in statistics, mathematics, or related analytics field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience turning data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication of complex findings.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data to identify trends and inefficiencies.
• Develop dashboards and reports to track KPIs.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Business Analytics/OR Operations Research

Tools

SQL

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Operations Analyst to join their team, working remotely. This role is critical for supporting operational decision-making through in-depth data analysis, process improvement recommendations, and performance tracking. You will work closely with operations leadership to identify trends, solve complex problems, and drive efficiency across various business functions. This is an excellent opportunity for a data-driven professional to make a significant impact in a fully remote setting, contributing to the strategic optimization of business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational teams.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to operations leadership to support strategic decision-making.
• Conduct root cause analysis for operational issues and propose effective solutions.
• Support the implementation of process improvements and measure their impact.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and understand operational challenges.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Operations Analyst or in a similar analytical role, preferably within operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with expertise in data analysis and interpretation.
• Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Excellent understanding of operational processes and business metrics.
• Ability to communicate complex findings clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Business Analytics, Operations Research, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to key business strategies and the chance to influence operational improvements.