Business Analyst

Description

Our client in the FMCG Manufacturing sector is looking for Business Analyst to join their dynamic team. At least three to five (5)years experience in business analysis, sales analysis, commercial analysis, market analysis, business intelligence or management reporting. Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, retail or a high-volume trading environment is preferred. Demonstrated experience in analysing sales data, customer data, product performance, market trends and campaign results. Experience in preparing dashboards, management reports, variance analysis and performance presentations. To provide data-driven business analysis, sales intelligence, market insights and performance reporting support to the Sales and Marketing division by analysing sales trends, customer performance, product movement, regional results, campaign effectiveness, merchandising execution and market opportunities in order to support informed commercial decision-making, revenue growth, cost control and improved operational execution. Analyses sales performance by region, customer, product category, sales representative, key account and channel. Tracks actual sales performance against approved targets, forecasts and prior-period performance. Identifies sales trends, performance gaps, growth opportunities and areas requiring corrective action. Provides analytical support to Sales Managers for regional performance reviews and customer account planning. Monitors product movement and highlights fast-moving, slow-moving and non-performing product categories. Prepares daily, weekly and monthly reports on sales performance, revenue, volume, margins, customer. Designs report templates and analytical tools to improve visibility of commercial performance. Collects, consolidates and analyses market intelligence received from sales teams, merchandisers, promoters, customers and external sources. Monitors competitor pricing, promotions, product availability, market activity and customer movements. Identifies market risks, emerging trends and opportunities that may affect sales and marketing performance. Supports the preparation of sales forecasts using historical performance, customer trends, seasonality and market intelligence.

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