Efficiency Planning Manager at Shoprite Group of Companies

Job of Description

• To ensure that timely information is produced and in place that addresses business needs and requirements. The role facilitates effective communication of KPI’s and business processes by eliciting, analyzing, validating, reporting and documenting organisational and/or operational requirements and outcomes. This role must provide technical expertise regarding data models, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques within the Supply Chain division.

•   Proven working experience as a Data Analyst or Business Data Analyst.
• Technical expertise regarding data models, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques
• Strong knowledge of and experience with reporting packages (Business Objects etc), databases (SQL etc), programming, Macro’s, Data studio Dashboards.
• Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analyzing datasets (Excel, Google sheets, SAP, INFOR WMS etc).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings.
• Work with management to prioritize business and information needs.
• Locate and define new process improvement opportunities.

Qualifications  

•  Degree with specialization in these fields; Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management or Statistics

Experience  

• 2+ Years experience in a related environment (preferably Supply Chain/ Logistics or Retail)
• 2+ Years Proven working experience as a Data Analyst or Business Data Analyst

Knowledge and Skills    

• Time management – Planning Analysts work under tight project deadlines, which requires good time management skills.
• Mathematics skills– Planning Analysts have an in-depth knowledge of economics and finance, good mathematics skills is crucial
• Computer skills – Planning Analysts need strong computer skills to work with various types of software, particularly spreadsheet applications, to create reports, find data, and examine financial information.
• Problem-solving skills – Planning analysts use problem-solving skills to isolate issues relating to risk, productivity, and other business operations, and find ways to manage and fix these issues.
• Analytical thinking – Planning Analysts need a high degree of analytical skill to process business data and create detailed financial plans based on their findings.
• Communication skills – Planning Analysts use strong verbal and written communication skills to speak effectively with other staff members and create detailed written reports.
• Multitasking – Planning Analysts must successfully manage multiple projects and tasks at once.