EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Permanent
COMPANY:
A large retail chain based in Cape Town.
LOCATION:
Cape Town
WORKING MODEL:
Onsite, 5 days a week, with flexibility.
JOB OVERVIEW:
In the role of Data Analyst, the successful candidate will leverage retail, customer, and marketing data to produce valuable insights, enhance marketing campaigns, and support strategic decision-making. The successful candidate's work will be key in advancing data-driven initiatives within the client's extensive retail environment.
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
Key Responsibilities:
Data Insights & Analysis: Create reports and interactive dashboards, perform descriptive analysis on retail and customer behaviours, and assess the effectiveness of different projects and initiatives.System & Project Delivery: Oversee the implementation of system enhancements and contribute to predictive and prescriptive modelling projects.Strategic Recommendations: Apply your analytical expertise to uncover opportunities, provide recommendations for future initiatives, and drive improved business results.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Technical Skills:
Big Query SQL, Python, or R.Above average computer literacy (MS Office, Excel (Advanced), Google Workspace.)Data visualisation tools (e.g. Data Studio, Tableau, Power BI.)Knowledge of statistics and data modelling.Knowledge of Data cleaning and enrichment.Knowledge and understanding of POPIA.
Soft Skills:
Business analysis.Problem-solving.Business acumen.Comfortable working and presenting to all, across the organisation.Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills.Have a creative and curious mind.Proactive.Can work independently.Able to take responsibility and be self-motivated.Able to develop ideas and share them clearly (in non-technical terms when required.)Able to work within a team.Guide, mentor, and share knowledge with the team.Will respond in a supportive, patient, and friendly/approachable manner (passionate).
Competencies:
Devotion to quality.Performing under pressure.Presenting.Structuring.Listening Skills.Persuasiveness.Assertiveness.Analysing and forming opinions.Creativity.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Degree in Business focusing on Analytical or Commercial subjects (e.g. Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering.)
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
At least five years of experience as an analyst, ideally within a marketing or digital agency environment, specialising in delivering customer insights to influence customer behaviour.
ADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS:
Experience in the retail sector is a plus.
**Please note:** If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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