Pricing Analyst

3 days ago

Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Snr Full time
We're searching for a high-accuracy, analytically obsessed Pricing Analyst. This role is perfect for someone who is energised by data integrity, BI tools, modelling and system performance. You'll be the person who ensures pricing data is clean, structured, validated and ready to guide commercial decisions. With your deep technical toolkit, you're able to work independently from day one.

What you'll do:
  • Maintain, validate and troubleshoot all pricing data inputs and tool functionality.
  • Build and refine dashboards, pricing reports and KPI trackers.
  • Analyse pricing trends, competitor movements and customer behaviour.
  • Support scenario modelling and simulations across regions and categories.
  • Provide sharp, data-backed insights that influence pricing and promotional decisions.
  • Work closely with IT, BI, Category and Marketing teams to ensure alignment.
  • Partner with the Pricing Strategy Analyst to align data outputs with strategic goals.
  • Document data processes and reporting standards for knowledge sharing. 
What you bring:
  • Honours Degree in Data Science, Analytics, Statistics or related field.
  • Minimum 3 to 5 years in data analysis, BI or FMCG/retail analytics.
  • Advanced Excel and SQL + BI tools (Power BI, Tableau).
  • Proficiency in SAP, data modelling, ETL processes and data validation.
  • Strong problem-solving ability and a natural instinct for data quality.
  • Experience with pricing, merchandising or promotions data (preferred).
  • Familiarity with pricing or revenue management tools (preferred).
  • A mindset that enjoys interpreting complex datasets and turning them into actionable outputs. 
Why this role matters:
You're the accuracy engine behind a large, fast-moving retail pricing environment.
Your work directly impacts pricing decisions, margin performance, competitiveness and consumer value.
If you love data, and data loves you back, this role will feel like home.