- Johannesburg
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: IT Technology
- Reference: 107686
Vacancy Details
Employer: Core Group
Are you passionate about leveraging data to drive business improvements and innovation? iStore South Africa is looking for a dynamic Data Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will bridge the gap between technology and business by providing data-driven insights and reporting that inform strategic decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate Business Processes: Conduct thorough analyses of current processes and recommend areas for enhancement.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilise data analytics to assess processes and present actionable recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Optimisation Strategies: Stay current with IT advancements, particularly Azure cloud technologies, to identify optimisation opportunities and implement solutions that modernise and automate systems.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Lead meetings and work closely with team members and stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.
- Project Management: Plan, prioritise, and manage projects from conception to implementation, ensuring they align with business needs and are completed on time.
- Requirements Gathering & Documentation: Collect critical information from stakeholders and produce insightful reports to guide business decisions.
- User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Lead UAT activities to ensure that all solutions meet business requirements before deployment.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Relevant Degree
- 2 to 3 years’ experience in data-driven projects and SQL development, with experience on Azure cloud services.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL, Power BI (or similar), and Azure analytics tools.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to set tasks, meet deadlines, and manage priorities effectively.
- Excellent communication skills to operate effectively in a matrix structure.
- Retail or commercial experience is advantageous.
Key Competencies:
- Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in all data analysis, reporting, and project deliverables.
- Flexibility: Adaptable to various changes and able to handle multiple priorities.
- Disciplined Approach: Strong attendance record and reliable in following up with clients and stakeholders.
- Efficiency: Meet and exceed expectations, delivering high-quality work within the required timelines.
- Proactive Risk Identification: Be aware of and report any issues that may put the business at risk.
If you're a proactive problem-solver with a passion for data and business analysis, we would love to hear from you!
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About Core Group
We offer people the most exciting information, communication and entertainment technology for work and play and service them through our network of re-sellers and our own retail outlets.
At the core of our business is the Apple brand. We are the sole distributors for Apple in South Africa. In support of Apple, our accessories brands offer products that enhance this technological eco-system.
iStore is an Apple Premium Reseller (APR) which is a dedicated hub for Apple products and accessories. With 18 Stores conveniently situated across the Country, iStore is the largest APR in Southern Africa. iStore aims to maximize customer value offerings by providing an authentic Apple experience and offering customers exclusive services such as in-store complimentary training, technical support and technical set-up. iStore offers contracts on various mobile networks as well as a 2 year extended warranty option with iCare Plus.
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