Commercial Business Analyst

Are you passionate about turning data into meaningful business insights? Do you thrive in a commercial environment where analytical thinking, reporting excellence, and strategic decision-making drive success? We are seeking a highly motivated Commercial Business Analyst to join our Plant Health team and play a key role in supporting our National Sales and Commercial functions.

Purpose of the Role The Commercial Business Analyst is responsible for driving analytical rigour, commercial intelligence, and operational execution across the business. This role will own the production and distribution of critical business reporting, track growth initiatives, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement, ensuring that business insights translate into measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Reporting & Analysis Compile, analyse, and distribute routine and ad hoc commercial reports. Monitor business performance against agreed targets and KPIs. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through detailed data analysis. Business Insights & Decision Support Provide accurate reporting and analysis to support strategic business decisions.

Assist management with forecasting, planning, and performance reviews. Conduct market and competitor analysis where required. Dashboard & KPI Management Develop, maintain, and enhance reporting dashboards and performance measurement tools. Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across reporting platforms. Track and report on key business metrics.

Sales Operations Support Support commercial and sales teams with reporting, analysis, and administrative requirements. Assist with sales planning, target tracking, and performance monitoring. Provide analytical support for commercial initiatives and campaigns. Project Coordination Coordinate business improvement and commercial projects.

Monitor project progress and report on milestones and deliverables. Facilitate collaboration between stakeholders to ensure successful project execution. Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and business processes. Assist in implementing approved process improvement initiatives. Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making.

Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Respond to information requests and provide professional support. Present findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. Minimum Requirements Grade 12 with a post-matric qualification in Business Administration, Commerce, Data Analytics, Agricultural Business, or a related field.

Project Management qualification or accreditation (Prince2, PMP, etc.) will be advantageous. Additional training in Data Analytics, BI tools, or Continuous Improvement methodologies will be advantageous. Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a Sales Operations, Commercial Analyst, or Business Analyst role. Proven experience producing and maintaining management reports, dashboards, and KPI frameworks.

Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects and competing priorities. Strong analytical, commercial, and stakeholder management skills. Experience within the Agricultural, FMCG, or related industries will be advantageous. Key Competencies Business analysis and reporting Data analytics and interpretation Dashboard development and KPI tracking Advanced Excel and BI tools Project coordination and management Commercial and financial analysis Stakeholder engagement and communication Problem-solving and decision support [Job Profil...

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