Position: Data Analyst
Location: Brackenfell, Western Cape
Job Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
Summary:
A professional who collects, cleans, and analyzes data to uncover insights that can be used to make informed business decisions for our clients company. They play a crucial role in driving data-driven decision-making within the organization.
Minimum Qualifying Criteria: Bachelor's Degree in a related field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, or a similar quantitative discipline. A Master's Degree would be a plus.3-5 years of experience in data analysis or a related field, ideally in the area of Procurement or Supply Chain.Demonstrated experience through projects or previous roles showcasing the ability to handle data and derive insights.Key Roles and Responsibilities: Focus Areas Data Collection: Gathering data from various sources, including databases, spreadsheets, APIs, and web scraping.Ensuring data quality and accuracy.Data Cleaning and Preparation: Identifying and correcting errors, inconsistencies, and missing values.Transforming data into a suitable format for analysis.Data Analysis: Employing statistical methods and data visualization techniques to analyze data.Identifying trends, patterns, and correlations.Reporting and Communication: Creating clear and concise reports that summarize findings and insights.Communicating results to stakeholders, including management, executives, and other team members.Data Visualization: Developing visualizations (charts, graphs, dashboards) to effectively communicate data-driven stories.Using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Excel.Problem-Solving: Applying analytical skills to solve business problems and answer questions.Identifying opportunities for improvement based on data analysis.Analytical Skills: Trend Analysis: Competence in identifying trends, patterns, and correlations within data.Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address business questions and uncover opportunities for improvement.Soft Skills: Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills to work with stakeholders on different levels.Collaboration: Experience working in cross-functional teams, including collaborating with business analysts, internal stakeholders (e.g., procurement professionals), and leadership teams.
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