BUSINESS ANALYST / DATA SCIENTIST – Woermann Brock

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Woermann Brock – Business Analyst / Data Scientist

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VACANCY: BUSINESS ANALYST / DATA SCIENTIST
WE ARE EXPANDING OUR TEAMS IN SWAKOPMUND AND WINDHOEK!

Woermann Brock & Co Swakopmund (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

Are you a data enthusiast with a passion for turning numbers into actionable business insights? Our business is seeking a Business Analyst / Data Scientist to support Finance and Operations by analyzing sales, inventory, HR, and operational data to improve revenue, reduce costs, and enhance customer experience.

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Business Analytics, Economics, or related field. Postgraduate degrees and analytics certifications are an advantage.
• 3-5 years’ experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or data science; retail/FMCG/multi-branch experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience with POS, ERP/financial, HRIS, supply chain, or loyalty program data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau, or other data analytics and visualization tools.
• Knowledge of retail operations: pricing, promotions, stock management, shrinkage, and category performance drivers is beneficial.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and communicate insights to non-technical stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Analyze financial, operational, HR, and customer data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Build predictive models for sales forecasting, stock-outs, manpower planning, and pricing strategies.
• Develop dashboards and automated reports to track KPIs such as sales, margins, shrinkage, and stock performance.
• Conduct competitor and market analysis to inform pricing, promotions, and store-level strategies.
• Provide actionable insights to Finance, Operations, Buying, HR, and Marketing to support decision-making.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and accessibility of data across all branches and systems.

QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of Grade 12
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in data analytics

WHY JOIN US:

• Be part of a growing analytics capability shaping business decisions across all branches.
• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment with varied customer segments.
• Make a measurable impact on profitability, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.