Data Analytics Specialist

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr002857/EHo

Date posted:

Sunday, November 2, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Do you see stories in spreadsheets and does dashboards feel like art? If you get a thrill from turning messy datasets into “aha!” business moments, this role will light up every analytical neuron you have!

POSITION INFO:
Join a global logistics powerhouse operating across 200+ countries, the beating heart behind products moving across continents every second. As their Data Analytics Specialist, you’ll be the brains behind the insights that shape strategy, boost performance and keep this giant moving smarter and faster. This is your chance to sit at the intersection of data, operations and strategic impact, influencing decisions across departments, regions and business units. If you want to see your insights turn into real-world results, this is the playground you’ve been waiting for.

Key Responsibilities:

Build meaningful KPIs & dashboards that translate performance into clear, actionable insights
Spot performance gaps early and recommend smart, data-led improvements
Turn complex business challenges into analytical questions, and those into business action
Partner with IT to develop data solutions that level-up efficiency and resilience
Collaborate across teams, functions & regions to drive data-led decision making
Champion data accuracy, quality and availability across the business

Job Experience & Skills Required:

BCom in Analytics, Finance or related field
6 to 7 years in BI / Data Analytics or a similar insight-driven role
Strong SQL skills and BI visualisation tools (PowerBI preferred)
Proven ability to turn data into stories, insights and business action
Comfortable presenting to both technical and non-technical audiences
Experience thriving in fast-paced, cross-functional environments
Commercial mindset, you care about impact, not just reports

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If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information, contact:
Elzette Hood
Senior Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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