Data Analyst

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), a division of Takealot Online (RF) (Pty) Ltd, is looking for a highly talented Data Analyst to join our team in Cape Town.

Join Our Mission at Takealot Fulfilment Solutions | We Are TFS

Revolutionizing e-commerce logistics in South Africa with cutting-edge technology and operational excellence. We deliver 30+ million orders annually, empowering businesses and driving economic growth.

Who We're Looking For:

Innovative, ambitious individuals ready to shape the future of e-commerce logistics. At TFS, "Uniquely You" meets "Powerfully Us", where your individuality strengthens our collective mission.

At TFS, your growth is our growth. You'll be joining a team powered by Takealot Group's core values. 

purpose of the role:To assist the senior analyst and service the department in reporting and analytics

This position reports to the: Senior Analyst

Your responsibilities can include:

• Fetching data from internal data sources (using SQL) & preparing it for analysis (using Python & Excel).
• Analyzing datasets to answer questions posed by the Marketing Team: Ranging from deep
• dives into our data to; brief analytical questions around our customers and brands.
• preparing presentations for completed projects.
• Presenting weekly campaign analysis insights for Marketing activities.
• Delivering accurate analysis within tight deadlines. Creating, improving and automating
• marketing reports to assist managers with tracking performance.
• Collecting and analyzing customer, marketing, and behavioral data.
• Analyzing key metrics, and identifying opportunities to increase campaign performance.
• Developing and presenting learning from your analyses, including actionable insights and
• recommendations through presentations to the wider team and senior management.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of key marketing KPIs for budgets and plans
• Creating data visualizations and campaign performance reports in Looker.
• Monitoring and analyzing digital media and marketing trends.
• Turning business questions into functional analyses to test theories.
• Developing, testing & deploying Machine Learning models as required by the Marketing analytics Team.
• Conduct analytical support (Analysis requests for marketing and related teams) to generate
• valuable insight in understanding campaigns and performance ? Prepare and automate reports for analysis
• Assist with data project automation
• Work on forecast model improvements
• Budget / Plan assistance
• Complete 2 data science projects a year at a minimum

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diplomas.
• 1-3 years work experience in an analytics environment
• 1+ years of experience using Looker
• 1+ years of experience using Big Query is advantageous

Attributes required :

• Analytical and data-driven with a demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically.
• Application of strong commercial insights in order to interpret, simulate and model customer behaviour.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and ability to weave a coherent, compelling narrative around the available data.
• Experience presenting to Senior Management.
• Self-guided learner, self-starter, and curious and passionate about data.
• You immerse yourself in it and are excited to develop and enhance your marketing analytics skills.
• Ability to work independently, productively, proactively and follow through on all responsibilities to bring projects to a successful conclusion.
• Ability to translate business needs and goals into analytic approach and response
• Ability to work on and prioritize multiple projects that will impact the business at various levels.
• A high-energy with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment Solutions-oriented with a can-do attitude
• Highly organized and efficient, with an ability to work towards and meet tight deadlines Exceptional attention to detail
• Passion for the brand and customer

Why Join TFS:

• Purpose-driven impact: Transform lives through logistics innovation
• Advanced technology: Work with cutting-edge systems in a fast-paced environment
• Career growth: Thrive in an agile space that champions continuous improvement
• Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective drives extraordinary results

At TFS, your growth is our growth. You'll be joining a team powered by Takealot Group's core values. 

More than just a job, we offer: 

A culture that celebrates individual uniqueness while championing the strength of togetherness. Be part of creating sustainable, scalable solutions that make a difference across South Africa's e-commerce landscape.