Johannesburg: Business Intelligence, Analysis & Systems Manager

A leading, South African materials recycling group is seeking a visionary leader to bridge the gap between business needs and technological solutions. This is a chance to move beyond reporting and become a catalyst for operational efficiency and competitive advantage. The Mission: Innovate, Govern, and Lead 🎯 Strategic Transformation: Spearhead initiatives that optimize processes and systems, presenting compelling business cases (including ROI analysis ) to senior leadership. System Lifecycle Mastery: Oversee the entire system enhancement lifecycle, from scoping requirements with stakeholders to designing user-centric UI/UX and managing robust testing ( UAT ) and seamless deployment. Data Governance & BI: Lead data analysis, dashboard creation, and bolster the companys Master Data Management (MDM) strategy to ensure core data accuracy and integrity. Team & Support Leadership: Head a team of Business Analysts, providing mentorship and effective resource allocation across projects. Establish and manage a Tier 2 application support function to ensure stability for business-critical systems. Essential Toolkit 🛠️ Tech Proficiency: Hands-on expertise with Business Intelligence and reporting platforms like Power BI or SSRS . Technical Acumen: Proven ability to translate complex business needs into clear technical specifications . Problem Solver: Exceptional analytical and root-cause analysis skills. Are You Qualified? ✠Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in IT, Information Systems, or Computer Science (postgraduate qualification is a bonus). Experience: Minimum 8 years in systems or business analysis, with 35 years of proven, direct people leadership/management experience. Project Expertise: Demonstrated track record managing the full project lifecycle for software/system implementations. Attributes: Strong ability to build stakeholder relationships, influence decisions, and align technology with business strategy. Location: Epping (Cape Town) or Germiston (Johannesburg) Apply now and turn organizational data into a powerful competitive edge!