Data & BI Support Analyst

Network IT · Johannesburg East

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Reference: ITE007682-EVA-2

Drive smarter decisions through data, insight, and innovation. If you are a data-driven problem solver who enjoys turning complex information into clear, actionable insights, then this is for you. Our client, a leading specialist in providing services and equipment to clients in the beverage and commercial arena, is looking for a Data & BI Support Analyst to partner with their BI Manager and help transform multi-source data into powerful business intelligence. This is an exciting opportunity to combine strong analytical skills with modern AI-assisted tools to accelerate reporting, enhance decision-making, and deliver real impact. Duties & Responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Building and maintaining data pipelines (ETL) from SQL databases, Excel/CSV, and other sources
  • Designing, developing, and enhancing Power BI dashboards and reports (data modelling, DAX, Power Query)
  • Writing efficient SQL queries for data extraction, validation, and KPI calculation
  • Ensuring data accuracy, quality, and consistency through validation and quality checks
  • Using AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT) to accelerate insights, detect trends, and produce executive-ready narratives
  • Automating reporting processes and improving efficiency
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to translate requirements into impactful insights and reporting solutions
  • Applying governance best practices, including data privacy (POPIA) compliance

Essential Skills and Qualifications Qualifications & Experience:

  • Grade 12 plus a relevant tertiary qualification (Data Analytics, Information Systems, Statistics, Computer Science, or similar)
  • 2–4 years’ experience in a Data Analyst or BI support role
  • Experience in reporting environments, ideally within operations or service-based industries

Technical Expertise

  • SQL (Intermediate to Advanced): joins, aggregations, data validation
  • Power BI: data modelling, DAX, Power Query, UX and performance optimisation
  • Advanced Excel: Pivot Tables, Power Query, data cleansing
  • Exposure to Python or similar tools for automation

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT) and prompt engineering
  • Think-Cell

Personal and Professional Attributes

  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
  • Skilled in data storytelling—translating insights into clear business recommendations
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Adaptable, curious, and able to thrive in a changing environment
  • Strong sense of ownership with a results-driven mindset

Key Performance Indicators

  • Timely delivery of dashboards and reports aligned to SLAs
  • High levels of data accuracy, completeness, and integrity
  • Strong stakeholder satisfaction and adoption of reporting solutions
  • Measurable impact from AI-assisted insights (time saved, improved decisions)

What is in it for you . This is an office-based role where you will be part of a forward-thinking, data-driven team where innovation is encouraged, and your work has real business impact. This is your chance to grow your BI and analytics career while working with modern tools and technologies.

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For more information contact: Evandria Rademeyer Researcher

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