ENVIRONMENT: A growing Retail Group seeks a solutions-driven Retail Data Analyst who will use mathematical models and predictive economic research to provide insights to guide strategic and tactical decision making within a competitive commercial context. You will perform evaluations, analysis and present reports in support of remaining competitive within the business environment while assisting with Data & Analytics Use Case creation. The successful incumbent must preferably possess a suitable Business Diploma / Degree (Retail Business Management/BCom/Clothing Management/BScience/BA) with 3-5 years Planning experience, have extensive Retail knowledge able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the marketplace, competitors and customer needs. You also need to have Advanced Excel and knowledge of business IT systems (including Forecasting and Replenishment, RMS, etc.) & the ability to formulate strategies and implement shorter-term tactical plans that are cost-effective efficient and realistic. DUTIES: Perform evaluations, analysis and present reports in support of remaining competitive within the business environment - Define and research technology, competitors, market segments, and other key content areas. Develop and use statistical models for evaluating investment decisions, risk or opportunity areas and determining financial returns. Evaluate profit plans, operating records, financial statements, competitive information and other relevant data to make recommendations to support commercial decision making. Communicate complex and often contentious matters to a wide range of audiences both verbally and in writing. Assist with Data & Analytics Use Case creation and evaluation Understand the data landscape around profitability reporting including organisation and product taxonomy, hierarchies, source system landscape and data flows. Assist with Data & Analytics Use Case development and evaluation and consequent review to ensure delivery of benefits, aligned to financial principles that are consistent with company accounting principles. REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications Preferably a relevant Business Diploma / Degree (Retail Business Management/BCom/Clothing Management/BScience/BA). Experience/Skills 3-5 Years Planning experience. Extensive Retail knowledge. Technically strong Merchandising skills. Merchant and Retail ability: Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the marketplace, competitors and customer needs. Knowledge of business IT systems (including Forecasting and Replenishment, RMS, etc.). Knowledge of product lead times to formulate a working critical path. Ability to formulate strategies and implement shorter-term tactical plans that are cost-effective efficient and realistic. Business acumen: an understanding of basic business processes and how sales are generated and the ability to achieve these goals. Computer literate: Advanced Excel Skills and ability to operate in a Windows-based environment. ATTRIBUTES: High attention to detail. Analytical and interpretative ability. Assertiveness and influencing ability. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Results driven and proactive. Ability to work in a pressurised environment. Team Player. While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful. COMMENTS: When applying for jobs, ensure that you have the minimum job requirements. Only SA Citizens will be considered for this role. If you are not in the mentioned location of any of the jobs, please note your relocation plans in all applications for jobs and correspondence. Apply here https://www.datafin.com/job/retail-data-analyst-1-year-contract/ OR e-mail a Word copy of your CV to michelledatafin.com and mention the reference number of the job.
