Analyst jobs in South Africa

Closing Date 2026/02/22

Reference Number RCL260210-6

Company RCL Foods

Job Title IT Business Analyst (Inbound)

Functions IT

Job Type Classification Permanent

Location - Town / City Westville

Location - Province KwaZulu-Natal

Location - Country South Africa

At RCL FOODS, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond business. Our commitment to "We grow what matters" reflects our dedication to nourishing lives, communities, and the future. As a leading player in the Food Manufacturing industry, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and making a positive impact.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a IT Business Analyst (Inbound) within our Group Services operating unit.

The role will be based in Westville and report into the Applications Manager.

The business analyst assumes the role of delivering an effective and sustainable solution for the RCL FOODS IT Systems/Applications. The Business Analyst will be responsible for supporting and developing capabilities within the Sourcing, Inbound & Manufacturing areas of the business units. The Business analyst is responsible for a full range of activities which ensure the operational effectiveness and excellence of the business unit & Functional areas, namely:

• Sourcing & Procurement (Vendors, Services masters).
• Materials management (Material Master Data & Configuration).
• Inventory management (MRP, Stock Count & Adjustments).
• Production Planning (BOM’s, Process order management).
• Extended Warehouse Management

The Business Analyst is to deliver with the business while still adhering to the IT framework across all the application areas.

Degree in Information Technology.

Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience within the relevant business function or information technology environment.

ERP Applications with specific reference to Materials Management, Inventory Management and Production.

Has had experience in or has had been a lead in projects in the above-mentioned areas.

Valid Code E drivers' license.

Relevant systems Exposure or certification for ERP system.

Exposure Best of breed systems would be advantageous.

Work with the business to identify opportunities for improvement in business operations, processes and systems.

Engage with Business during projects to establish, understand and document detailed Business requirements.

The Business analyst is involved in the design or modification of business systems or IT systems – assist in determining the project scope and agree a scope definition document as well as functional & technical specification document and ensure that full sign off is achieved prior to implementation.

The Business analyst adapts with new technology and identifies opportunities for growth or process improvement.

The Business analyst documents the functional specification and verifies technical design of the system in conjunction with a developer or system specialist.

Interacts with the business stakeholders and subject matter experts to understand their problems and needs.

Participates in the design or modification of business systems or IT systems – assist in determining the project scope.

Ensures that all tests are conducted and documented according to the standards agreed in agreed Ways of working.

Managing issues professionally and escalating where appropriate.

Ensures that IT programs/initiatives are consistently implemented and managed from an ITGC, TCO & Sustainability perspective.

Manage Help desk activities including the tracking of Change requests and ensuring their timely resolution.

Responsible for documenting the testing required, the results verification and acquiring the relevant release sign-off.

Ensures continuing operational quality by documenting bug fixes and enhancements.

By understanding the business process needs, the business analyst can review external developments & trends which can be turned into new opportunities for the business. Taking advantage of new technologies (AI, Process Automation etc) or best of breed solutions.

Understands/defines and supplies solutions to mitigate process or system-based gaps.

Assist in improving and streamlining business processes and preparing business process documentation. Support the Applications Manager in identifying IT application solutions to address key Business requirements within functional area.

Report on system non-compliance by users to the Applications Manager.

Identify and highlight business risk to the Applications Manager as a result of non-compliance. Recommend compensating controls to the Applications Manager.

Plan and co-ordinate within the project team for delivery of targets/Projects.

Cross Skill team Members (where appropriate).

Engage with Key stakeholders to develop and grow our partnering within the function.

Ongoing learning and skill development to ensure sustainable growth, while staying abreast of the latest functionality, technologies, and applications.