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Commercial Analyst â€“ Costing & Process Improvement

Durbanville
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Retail
Reference: CPT001155/MM

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Employer: West Coast Personnel

Commercial Analyst | Costing, Margins & Process Improvement ðŸ“ Durbanville, Western CapeðŸ’° Market Related Are you a commercially minded analyst who enjoys turning data into profitable business decisions?We are seeking a Commercial Analyst to take ownership of the costing function while driving process improvements that enhance profitability, efficiency, and operational performance across the business.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, analysing margins, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing practical solutions that make a measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and maintain the full costing function
Analyse product, project, and supplier costs to ensure profitability
Monitor pricing structures, gross profit margins, and commercial performance
Identify costing discrepancies, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Develop meaningful reports and analytical tools to support decision-making
Improve costing processes, systems, and reporting efficiencies
Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Operations, Warehouse, and Sales teams
Support business growth through accurate financial and commercial analysis

Minimum Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain
3–5 years' experience in costing, commercial analysis, finance, or process improvement
Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills
Experience working with ERP or costing systems
Solid understanding of costing principles, pricing structures, and gross profit management
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

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