DATA ANALYST

SUMMARY:
Stellenbosch Area – Western Cape: Our client is looking for a dynamic individual to join their team as a Data Infrastructure and BI Specialist.

This role involves working across five critical project streams - Quality, Logistics, Operations, Packhouse Finance and Management, and Live KPI Assessment. The successful candidate will play a key role in building infrastructure and visuals (BIs), maintaining systems, conducting data integrity testing, and troubleshooting

POSITION INFO:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

- No formal education is required if relevant experience and skills can be demonstrated. Candidates with Data Science, Industrial Engineering, or Formal Coding qualifications are preferred.
- Packhouse Systems and/or relevant agricultural experience will be advantageous.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in R Programming and/or SQL is highly advantageous.
- Power BI Experience is also highly advantageous.
- Personal Attributes:
- Inquisitive and detail-oriented mindset.
- Versatile and adaptable to various work environments.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

- Demonstrate high levels of trustworthiness and effectiveness in building and maintaining relationships with employees, clients, and stakeholders.
- Embrace a solution-driven mindset, continuously seeking to innovate and drive positive changes within the product and the team.
- Maintain a positive outlook, take ownership of challenges, and approach them with a can-do attitude.
- Exhibit a strong bias for action, making bold decisions to drive projects forward efficiently.
- Show a strong desire to learn, stay open-minded, and engage effectively in collaborative problem-solving.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS

Infrastructure Development and Maintenance
- Build and maintain data infrastructure to support seamless reporting and data visualization.
- Develop business intelligence (BI) visuals to drive decision-making.
System and Data Integrity
- Conduct thorough data integrity tests to ensure reliable outputs.
- Troubleshoot system and data-related issues to maintain smooth operations.
Project Collaboration
- Work across diverse project streams to support business goals.
- Engage with team members of varying backgrounds and personalities to foster collaboration.
Skill Development and Versatility
- Identify areas within the system that align with your skills and interests.
- Contribute to various small projects to develop a diverse skill set.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted