Data Analyst

Data Analyst page is loaded## Data Analystlocations: Kensington - Gautengtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: November 15, 2025 (7 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doingTo implement, support and co-ordinate the EDI functionality across the business and Suppliers.**Minimum Requirements:**Relevant Diploma / Degree preferred1 – 2 years Finance and Accounting experience1 – 2 years Information Systems experienceSAP Retail and/or Finance Module experienceSAP Materials Management experienceEDI Knowledge essentialGood understanding of XML and the GS1 standards**Competencies:**Analytical ThinkingCommunicationSelf-motivatedBusiness MindednessCustomer Orientation / Passion for CustomerResults OrientationTechnical mindsetTeam OrientationSense of Accountability**Key Responsibilities:****Supplier Account Management and Integration**Maintain close relationships with suppliers at all levels for implementation, support and problem resolution in the EDI landscapeProvide expert input into business rules and processes impacted by EDIProvide input into overall strategy for EDI.Ensure that the integration between the various SAP master data, transactional objects and its technical representation i.e. database tables and relationships are aligned between Pick n Pay and vendors.Transcribe vendor data from SAP XI/PI into SAP ERP to ensure adherence to Pick n Pay standards by utilizing XML and GS1 standards.Integrate various vendor and Pick n Pay systems to include Business-to-Business (b2b), electronic trade (e-trade), vendor portal, backdoor, external systems and value-added networks.**Exceptions and Support**Compile exception reports. Understands the priority, impact and responsibility and follows up on resolution.Monitor supplier issue tickets and responds timeously to resolve.Monitor daily EDI system health checks and takes appropriate action.Monitor and manage inbound and outbound EDI messages on the relevant SAP systems using “ALE” SAP transactions.Monitor and ensure relevant batch programs run on time, complete successfully and within a reasonable time period.Monitor, identify and investigate failed EDI messages on SAP ERP and SAP XI/PI and notify the relevant vendors.Analyze and investigate failed EDI messages to avoid reoccurrences and notify the relevant business users on corrective action.Identify incorrect master data and, if required, confirm correct data with external vendor and notify relevant business users.**Testing**Design test scenarios, manages test sessions with vendors, compiles test resultsControl progress from testing to production**Portal Configuration and Support**In collaboration with suppliers and the portal development team, manages the configuration of users and user services to provide tailored EDI functionality from the portal.**Problem Resolution**Identify issues / anomalies / deviations in EDI functionality on supplier transactions, investigates and manages to resolution.Provide input to functional enhancements to reduce the possibility of recurring errorsIdentify opportunities for maximizing efficiencies within the supplier EDI capability.**EDI Administration and Implementation**Daily management of all EDI functionality across all systems, value added network providers and suppliersImplementation of EDI transactions as required by management and suppliersManage and co-ordinate the roll-out of new EDI messages to external vendors, including planning, testing, master data alignment, go-live and post-go-live support.Verify and process test EDI messages submitted by external vendors.Notify external vendors of test EDI messages with invalid or incomplete data, including corrective action measures.Evaluate and action requests from vendors for article master data corrections and advice the relevant business users.Maintain vendor master data, partner profiles and/or condition records on SAP ERP for go-live of new vendors and/or new EDI messages.Assist with testing of new interfaces between external vendors, vendor portal, SAP XI/PI, SAP ERP and other legacy systems.Liaise and advise other functional analysts and consultants in the EDI and other SAP functional teams.**General**Identify and understand all relevant purchase-to-pay business processes in order to ensure perfect electronic alignment between vendors and Pick n Pay merchandise data. (i.e. pricing, master data).Identify and utilize relevant SAP functions to produce reports and validate the quality of data between Pick n Pay and its merchandise vendors.Any other responsibility that could be reasonably expected of a person performing the role.Carry out the instructions of the team leader and management.**Closing Date: 14 November 2025***If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us*Discover who we areAt Pick n Pay, we are more than just a retailer; we are an organisation of dedicated people committed to creating an exceptional shopping experience for our customers and an enriching, vibrant work environment for our employees. Founded in 1967, Pick n Pay is one of the largest retail chains in South Africa, serving millions of customers across the African continent. Our reputation is built upon our commitment to offering customers the best in quality, and value.Experience the joy of being part of Pick n Pay. Let's shape the future of retail in Africa together. View our career opportunities.#J-18808-Ljbffr