- Gauteng
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Technology Consulting
- Reference: 131736
Vacancy Details
Employer: Core Group
We are looking for a Business Analyst to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a data-driven environment and enjoys translating business needs into actionable insights. You’ll work closely with various stakeholders to support strategic decision-making, enhance reporting capabilities, and optimise processes through data analysis and automation.
Key Responsibilities
Work with stakeholders to define business requirements and translate them into functional specifications.
Design and maintain dashboards and analytics solutions that enable self-service and data-driven decisions.
Build and manage efficient data pipelines and views to meet evolving business needs.
Extract and analyse data using SQL, identifying patterns, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
Evaluate and improve business processes through analysis, automation, and best practice recommendations.
Required Skills & Experience
4–6 years’ relevant experience in business analysis, business intelligence, data analytics or a similar field.
Strong SQL skills (MS SQL, PostgreSQL or MySQL).
Advanced Power BI capabilities (including DAX, Power Query, custom visuals).
Proficiency in Excel (Power Query, PivotTables, VBA).
Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric or similar data integration tools is beneficial.
Experience engaging with cross-functional teams and presenting insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Data Science, Statistics or a related field (Honours preferred).
CBAP or similar certification is advantageous.
Key Competencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High attention to detail and data accuracy
Logical, analytical thinker with strong problem-solving ability
Results-oriented, with good time management and organisational skills
Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
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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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