Technology

Business System Analyst

Green Marble Recruitment·Gauteng, south-africa·Full Time·Contract
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ROLE OVERVIEW:

  • Responsible for managing and improving business systems, analysing operational data and developing reports and forecasting tools to support informed decision-making.
  • The role bridges IT and business operations, identifying inefficiencies, coordinating system improvements and implementing practical solutions to enhance productivity.

Minimum requirements

  • Experience in business systems administration, systems analysis, business process improvement or a similar role.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, data analysis and reporting.
  • Experience developing reports, forecasting tools and business tracking models.
  • Strong understanding of business processes, systems functionality and operational workflows.
  • Experience identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
  • Experience coordinating projects, system enhancements or implementation initiatives.
  • Understanding of systems integration and automation.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of initiatives.
  • SQL or database experience would be advantageous.
  • Experience with ERP systems, CMS platforms, reporting tools or integrated business applications would be beneficial.

Personality Traits:

  • Analytical and detail-oriented.
  • Proactive and improvement-driven.
  • Commercially and operationally minded.
  • Organised and accountable.
  • Confident communicator and collaborative problem-solver.

Duties and responsibilities:

Business systems administration and improvement:

  • Administer, maintain and support business systems, platforms and applications.
  • Identify opportunities to improve existing systems, functionality and workflows.
  • Coordinate system updates, enhancements, integrations and implementation projects.
  • Investigate system-related issues and liaise with relevant stakeholders or service providers to resolve them.
  • Ensure systems support business requirements and operational objectives.
  • Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve data accuracy.

Data analysis, forecasting and reporting:

  • Develop and maintain Excel-based reports, forecasting tools and business tracking models.
  • Analyse operational data to identify trends, discrepancies and opportunities for improvement.
  • Prepare accurate management reports and performance summaries to support business decisions.
  • Assist with forecasting, planning and resource allocation using historical data and business trends.
  • Consolidate information from various sources into meaningful reports for management and the Board of Directors.
  • Improve reporting processes to ensure information is accurate, consistent and available when required.

Process improvement and operational efficiency:

  • Review existing business processes and identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks and unnecessary administrative tasks.
  • Develop and implement practical solutions to streamline workflows and improve productivity.
  • Map existing processes and recommend improved procedures where required.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across systems and business operations.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce manual work, duplication and errors through improved systems and processes.
  • Monitor the effectiveness of implemented improvements and recommend further enhancements.

Project management and implementation:

  • Coordinate systems-related projects, upgrades and business improvement initiatives.
  • Gather requirements from internal stakeholders and translate them into actionable project plans.
  • Monitor project timelines, deliverables and implementation progress.
  • Liaise with IT service providers, developers and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Support the implementation of new systems, processes and reporting tools.
  • Provide updates to management on project progress, challenges and improvement opportunities.

Business support and stakeholder collaboration:

  • Work closely with management and operational teams to understand business requirements.
  • Provide support and guidance on the effective use of business systems and reporting tools.
  • Identify opportunities to improve the availability and quality of business information.
  • Ensure system and process improvements align with the company's operational and strategic objectives.
  • Maintain appropriate system documentation, reporting procedures, and process guidelines.

At a glance

Company

Green Marble Recruitment

Location

Gauteng, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

October 22, 2026