Data and Analytics Manager

OverviewWe are a Supply Chain and Sales & Merchandising partner adding value to your business through a fully integrated, temperature-controlled network in Southern Africa. PermanentMidrandOverviewWe are a Supply Chain and Sales & Merchandising partner adding value to your business through a fully integrated, temperature-controlled network in Southern Africa.But we are also more than that. We are people serving people. While we boast the best in tech and infrastructure, our people are our greatest resource. With our skilled, curious, can-do people at the forefront, our assets become your assets, our service your solutions.Vector’s vehicle fleet includes a food industry first in ‘multi-temperature’ vehicles enabling the company to service business across frozen, chilled and ambient temperature zones on a single delivery.Job PurposeVector Logistics is seeking a dynamic and experienced Data and Analytics Manager to lead our Finance Shared Services Data & Analytics function. This is a strategic role within our Business Intelligence team, aimed at driving our vision of becoming an Insights Driven Organization (IDO). You’ll be responsible for designing and executing a robust data strategy, delivering automated and standardized analytics solutions that empower smarter, data-driven decision-making across the business. This role offers the opportunity to leverage cutting-edge technologies and collaborate across internal and external teams to transform raw data into actionable insights that fuel growth. Key ResponsibilitiesInsights Driven OrganizationCollaborate with the IT Executive to develop and implement a data strategy aligned with Vector Logistics’ IDO vision. Solve complex data challenges, including establishing a single source of truth, managing master/reference data, and defining organizational data processes. Design and evolve a fit-for-purpose data & analytics technology stack that supports key business initiatives and adapts to industry innovations. Data & Analytics Centre of ExcellenceLead, mentor, and support the Business Intelligence team. Provide consistency in reporting through report standardization and data source automation. Develop intuitive reports and dashboards that enable self-service data access and drive performance insights. Partner with business users, analysts, data scientists, and tech teams to maintain and enhance analytics solutions across platforms and data sources. Ensure continuous improvement, accuracy, and adoption of analytics tools through collaboration and feedback. Data Governance, Security & ManagementChampion data governance and guide executives on best practices. Ensure compliance with information security policies, data governance standards, and PoPIA regulations. Operational ManagementDeliver projects in line with established methodologies and control frameworks. Manage vendor relationships, SLAs, and project budgets within departmental constraints. Ensure timely and effective business support through SLA adherence. Qualifications And ExperienceQualifications, Skills and Experience Required for the JobBachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics/Statistics. Post graduate qualification is advantageous.5+ years in Analytics or Business Intelligence (Finance experience is a plus). Skills and CompetenciesExpert in Data Management Frameworks and SQL. Strong understanding of OLAP, ETL processes, and database management systems. Advanced proficiency in BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel). Skilled in handling large datasets and data visualization across industries. Experience with Azure and working with developers. Knowledge of data warehouse design, data engineering, and data mining. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Azure DevOps). Proven leadership and team development capabilities. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills. 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