Senior Oracle Business Analyst - Supply Chain & Manufacturing

Datacentrix; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Datacentrix is seeking a Senior Oracle Business Analyst with deep expertise in supply chain and manufacturing to bridge business operations and Oracle EBS technology. You will translate business needs into Oracle-based solutions, drive process improvements, and ensure sustainable, compliant adoption across stakeholders.

You will work on data integrity, system enhancements, and cross-functional integrations, with focus on delivering tangible efficiency gains and training users to leverage new

Qualifications

• BSc in Computer Science, BEng in Industrial Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 10+ years’ experience in Business and Systems Analysis.
• Solid background in Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing.
• Proven Oracle EBS R12 functional implementation and support experience.
• Knowledge of quality management processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyse business information requirements and translate them into system requirements.
• Ensure data integrity across relevant systems and processes.
• Assess effectiveness of current system utilisation and recommend improvements.
• Develop clear business and functional specifications.
• Manage projects and initiatives through to successful delivery.
• Develop and maintain system and business process documentation.
• Facilitate design and implementation of custom applications, integrations and process automations.
• Deliver services and solutions in accordance with SLAs.
• Provide user experience through effective solutions, training and user support.
• Ensure compliance with internal, external audit and regulatory requirements.
• Support GxP-compliant system processes, including validation documentation, audit trails and change control.

Skills

Oracle EBS

Supply Chain

Manufacturing

SQL

ERP integration

Power BI

Excel

Stakeholder management

Training delivery

Data integrity

Process improvement

Education

BSc in Computer Science

BEng in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Oracle EBS R12

Power BI

SharePoint

EDI

Job description

Senior Oracle Business Analyst - Supply Chain & Manufacturing

Permanent

JHB007351

Information Technology

Are you an experienced Senior Oracle Business Analyst with a strong understanding of Supply Chain and Manufacturing processes? Our client is looking for a commercially minded, solutions-driven professional who can bridge the gap between business operations and technology. You will work closely with key stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve and automate processes, translate business needs into effective Oracle EBS solutions, and ensure solutions are practical, compliant, sustainable and successfully adopted by users. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact across critical operational areas while driving continuous improvement and business efficiency.

Requirements

• BSc in Computer Science, BEng in Industrial Engineering, or equivalent qualification
• 10+ years’ experience in Business and Systems Analysis
• Solid background in Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing
• Proven Oracle EBS R12 functional implementation and support experience
• Knowledge of quality management processes
• Experience in the following modules and/or business processes:
  
  • Inventory Management
  • Warehouse Management Systems
  • Mobile Warehouse Controls, including scanners, labels and integrations
  • Order Management
  • Distribution Requirements Planning
  • Process and Discrete Manufacturing
  • Product Lifecycle Management
  • Product Costing
  • Forecasting and Supply Chain Planning
• SQL knowledge for general queries
• Integration experience across ERP and third-party systems, including interfaces, APIs/web services, EDI and file-based integrations
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools such as Excel, Power BI and SharePoint
• Eagerness to learn, explore and apply emerging technologies, including AI, to improve business processes
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Ability to develop and conduct user training sessions
• Strong facilitation and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines and objectives

Responsibilities

• Analyse business information requirements and translate them into system requirements
• Ensure data integrity across relevant systems and processes
• Assess the effectiveness of current system utilisation, identify shortcomings and recommend improvements
• Develop clear business and functional specifications
• Manage projects and initiatives through to successful delivery
• Develop and maintain system and business process documentation
• Facilitate the design and implementation of custom applications, integrations and process automations
• Deliver services and solutions in accordance with agreed SLAs
• Provide an excellent user experience through effective solutions, training and user support
• Ensure compliance with internal, external audit and regulatory requirements
• Support GxP-compliant system processes, including validation documentation, audit trails and change control