Senior Commercial Business Analyst

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

Senior Commercial Bu

Date posted:

Monday, December 2, 2024

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a skilled and analytical professional to join their team as a Senior Comme

POSITION INFO:

Our client is looking for a skilled and analytical professional to join their team as a Senior Commercial Business Analyst.

Responsibilities:

Develop detailed project plans with clear deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation.
Define project scope, objectives, and milestones to align with business goals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and create comprehensive project plans.
Track and monitor commercial project progress, addressing deviations from timelines or milestones.
Identify and assess potential risks, implementing mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
Provide regular project status updates to senior management and stakeholders.
Organize and facilitate project meetings, setting clear agendas and objectives.
Prepare and deliver presentations, offering insights and updates on project status, risks, and issues.
Conduct business analyses, including market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling.
Develop and present comprehensive reports on project performance, trends, and opportunities.
Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in project management and business analysis.
Use data-driven insights to make informed recommendations for decision-making.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within project teams.

Key Skills:

Strong analytical and project management skills.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities, suitable for various audiences.
Proficient in data analysis, with the ability to derive meaningful insights.
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality in deliverables.
Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
Familiarity with commercial and financial modeling.
4-6 years of relevant experience in business analysis or project management.
Experience in commercial industries, with knowledge of logistics or supply chain sectors being a strong asset.
Fluency in English; additional languages are a bonus.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

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