Junior Business Analyst

Adcock Ingram is a leading South African pharmaceutical company with a proud 130 year heritage. It has a portfolio of trusted, quality brands and generics and an entrenched value system that assures integrity. Growing from humble beginnings as a small Krugersdorp pharmacy in 1890, Adcocks portfolio includes an extensive range of Prescription, Over-the-counter (OTC), Consumer and Hospital products and life saving hospital products.

MAIN TASKS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Development of project, product and system specifications Requirement gathering and documentation Assist in implementing systems and enhancements to optimize processes. Work closely with various teams to develop the necessary tools and models to drive key actions. Reviewing processes and data & creating informative, actionable and repeatable reports and dashboards that highlight relevant business trends and opportunities for improvement. Interpret, evaluate and interrelate research data and develop integrated business analysis and projections for incorporation into strategic decision-making.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DUTIES:

Special Knowledge Business analysis principles, methodologies, and best practices. Requirements elicitation, documentation, and management techniques. Process mapping, process improvement, and business process re-engineering. Data analysis, data modelling, and business intelligence concepts. Systems development lifecycle (SDLC) and project management methodologies. Reporting, dashboard development, and data visualization practices. Strategic planning, forecasting, and decision-support analysis. Governance, risk, compliance, and data management principles. Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to gather, interpret, and document business requirements. Advanced data analysis and reporting skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Stakeholder engagement and relationship management. Facilitation and workshop management skills. Ability to translate business needs into functional specifications. Project coordination and change management skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Critical thinking and decision-making capabilities. Advanced Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SQL, and reporting tools proficiency. Presentation and business writing skills. Duties Develop project, product, and system specifications based on business requirements. Gather, analyse, document, and validate business and system requirements. Collaborate with business units and technical teams to design and implement system enhancements. Review business processes and recommend improvement initiatives. Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and data visualisations to support business decision-making. Analyse business data, identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide actionable insights. Conduct research and evaluate information to support strategic planning and business initiatives. Develop business forecasts, projections, and performance analyses. Facilitate stakeholder workshops, meetings, and requirements sessions. Monitor the effectiveness of implemented solutions and recommend further improvements. Ensure documentation is maintained in accordance with organisational standards and governance requirements. Provide analytical support to management and contribute to strategic decision-making processes. Requirements Qualifications BEng (Industrial / Chemical), BCom (Information Systems / IT), BSc (Informatics) / Supply Chain preferred Experience At least 2 years' overall working experience Languages Proficient in written and spoken English. Other Computer Literacy, Communication & Presentation skills Proficient in Excel skills, and Power BI or Tableau skills.