BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation. To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey! BAT SOUTH AFRICA IS LOOKING FOR AN INSIGHTS ANALYST TO JOIN OUR TEAM IN CAPE TOWN SENIORITY LEVEL: Non-Management FUNCTION: Marketing SALARY RANGE: Competitive salary + excellent benefits + market leading bonus LOCATION: Cape Town, South Africa REPORTS TO: Insights Manager FMC ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES The overall purpose of this role is to assist in the delivery of actionable insights through collation of multiple data sources and ensuring business performance trackers are updated for decision making. WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR Data mining or extracting useable data from different data sources.Processing, cleansing, and validating the integrity of data to be used for analysis.Collate and analyzing different sources of data to generate insights to inform and/or address business questions.Analyzing large amounts of data with an aim of finding patterns that can be used to predict future trends.Build algorithms to merge, interrogate, and manage data extracts required by internal stakeholders.Identify valuable data sources and automate collection processes to ease pressure from time consuming data extraction.Ensure insights trackers & dashboards are refreshed accurately and in a timely manner.Delivery on data queries and extracts required by the different internal stakeholders on ad hoc basis.Perform robust checks on data delivered by research agencies, ensuring accuracy before release of the data to business.Assist Insights Managers as and when required to deliver on collation of data inputs, updating of presentations and managing of researchprojects.ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE University degree, preferably in any Computer Science, Mathematics or Engineering is preferred.Strong Mathematics skills particularly in Statistics and Algebra necessary for regression and predictive analysis.Experience with data visualization tools such as PowerBI, Click view and Tableau that helps to visually encoded data.Familiarity with programming skills like R, Python, C++, and Java is an added advantage.Data interpretation and analytical skills coupled with a high-level computer literacy and skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Up to 5 years relevant experience performing a role similar to a data scientist: engaging in medium to complex data analysis andinterpreting data to meaningful insights that drive decision making.Ability to effectively organize and prioritize multiple tasks while delivering on time and with accuracy.Above average written, verbal and presentation skills with capacity to communicate with senior managers and Leadership team.WE ARE BAT At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT. Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 marketsBrands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countriesNewly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women's Day Best Practice winnerSeal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference! BATSA is an equal opportunity employer who believes in the power of a truly diverse workforce. Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups as we aim towards achievement of our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging strategy and Employment Equity plan. For information regarding the way your information is processed by the South African legal entity to which you are applying, please see thisPrivacy Notice. Be vigilant - BAT will never ask a job candidate for money for any reason, including paying for visa, work permits or pre-employment checks. If someone invites you to apply for a BAT role and asks for payment for these types of activities, it is not a legitimate BAT job.
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