Data Analyst
rohlig grindrod
Sandton, Gauteng
Logistics and supply-chain roles coordinate the movement of goods across SA, a sector expanding fast with e-commerce.
This listing does not state a salary. As a guide, logistics roles in South Africa typically pay R12 000 to R35 000 a month (indicative).
Job description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Data Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will focus on analyzing data sets to derive actionable insights, support decision-making processes, and drive business strategies. Your expertise in data analysis will help shape the future direction of our operations.
Education
- Matric
- Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, DataAnalytics, or a related field. Relevantcertifications in Power BI, SQL, Microsoft datatools or analytics disciplines will be
advantageous.
Knowledge and experience
- 2–5 years’ experience in analytics, business intelligence or reporting roles.
- Strong SQL capability, including complex joins, CTEs, subqueries, window functions and validation of
- business logic.
- Strong Excel skills, including advanced formulas and Power Query; basic VBA will be advantageous.
- Proven experience building interactive Power BI dashboards and reports; working knowledge of
- intermediate DAX is preferred.
- Practical experience using Python for data wrangling, automation, basic statistical analysis and file or
- system integrations.
- Good understanding of data modelling, relational structures and basic warehousing concepts such afacts, dimensions and star schemas.
- Experience translating stakeholder requirements into usable reports, dashboards and analysis outputs.
- Ability to simplify complex data into clear commentary, visuals and business recommendations.
- Exposure to SSMS and familiarity with SSIS and SSRS.
- Experience in logistics, supply chain, finance or another data-intensive operational environment will be
- advantageous.
- Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving ability.
- High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate or seek input.
- Clear written, verbal and presentation communication skills.
- Ability to engage confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong planning, prioritisation and time-management capability.
- Collaborative approach and ability to build sound working relationships across functions.
- Commercial awareness and ability to connect analysis to business outcomes.
Advantageous attributes
- Customer service orientation - able to handle a demanding customer environment.
- Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Dynamic self-starter that works independently and has the ability to handle pressure.
- Ability to communicate within the team and contribute to the overall success of the team.
- Adaptability as this is a constantly changing environment.
Overall responsibilities include
- Data Analysis Strategy
- Data Gathering and Analysis
- Valuable data insights
- Data integrity
- Business partnering
- Project management
- Ad Hoc
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What does this logistics job pay?
This listing does not state a salary. As a guide, logistics roles in South Africa typically pay R12 000 to R35 000 a month (indicative).
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