Overview
Business Improvement Specialist/Data Analyst Jobs in Potchefstroom, South Africa at Sourcing and Recruitment Consultants
Position: Business Improvement Specialist / Data Analyst – Potchefstroom
Location: Potchefstroom
Headquartered in South Africa, my client is one of the largest rock boring and drilling services providers in the world; operating across the African continent in Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, Mali, Ghana and Sierra Leone, and in Latin America in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru. They also have a presence in the US, Canada, Australia, India, Turkey, China, Russia and France.
Position available – Business Improvement Specialist
Job description & Key Responsibilities
Analyze current business processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for optimization
Develop and implement data-driven improvement strategies to enhance operational performance
Collaborate with Data Scientists, Business owners and other Business Improvement Specialists to leverage analytics in process improvement
Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and operations research techniques to streamline workflows and reduce waste
Support automation initiatives to eliminate redundant tasks and enhance business efficiency
Facilitate continuous improvement workshops and engage stakeholders in process transformation
Develop reporting frameworks to track improvement progress and business impact
Present findings and recommendations to management, influencing strategic decisions
Experience & Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Operations Research, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of experience in business process improvement, operational efficiency, or data-driven decision-making
Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and process optimization methodologies
Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI/Tableau), process mining, and analytics is a plus
Proven ability to drive efficiency, cost reduction, and workflow optimization in a business setting
Special conditions / requirements
Code EB license
Be able to travel globally
Onsite
3 years min experience
Skills required
Analytical & problem-solving mindset with the ability to interpret data and process inefficiencies
Strong knowledge of business analytics, process mapping, and operational modeling
Project management and change management skills to lead improvement initiatives
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and drive opportunities for optimization
Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical insights into actionable business recommendations
Self-motivated and independent, capable of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Problem solver, Creative thinker, Influencer & Ideator
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Title: Business Improvement Specialist/Data Analyst
Company: Sourcing and Recruitment Consultants
Location: Potchefstroom, South Africa
Category: Business (Business Analyst, Business Management, Business Development)
