Data Science and Business Process Engineering

Johannesburg, South Africa

Is this you?

We are looking for a multifaceted Senior Consultant who is well-versed in Data Science and Business Process Engineering for our Johannesburg office. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of analytical prowess and process improvement acumen, capable of dissecting complex data to streamline and enhance business operations.

Role and responsibility

  • Lead initiatives to analyze business processes, identify inefficiencies, and use data-driven insights to drive process improvements.
  • Design and implement data analytics strategies that align with business process reengineering goals.
  • Utilize advanced analytics and statistical methods to understand process bottlenecks and develop solutions to enhance performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data science methodologies with business process management.
  • Develop predictive models to simulate process changes and forecast the impacts on business performance.
  • Facilitate workshops and training sessions to educate stakeholders on the importance of data analytics in process optimization.
  • Create and maintain documentation on process changes, data findings, and the impact on business outcomes.
  • Drive the adoption of process automation tools and techniques, leveraging data science to support decision-making.
  • Communicate complex analytical results and process engineering concepts in a clear and actionable manner to stakeholders at all levels.

Qualification and experience

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Data Science, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in data science and analytics related projects including business process analysis.
  • Experience in business process reengineering, workflow optimization, or similar roles.
  • Experience with data modelling, machine learning, and analytics tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL, Tableau, Power BI).
  • Familiarity with process mapping and business process management tools and methodologies.

Skills and competencies

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and turn it into actionable insights.
  • Expertise in business process analysis and reengineering techniques.
  • Proficient in data science and machine learning techniques with the ability to apply these skills to improve business processes.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead change and influence at all organizational levels.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead projects to successful completion within scope and budget.
  • A strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.

Contact us

To apply for this role, please send your CV with a cover letter to Palesa Letsoisa at [email protected]. Should you not hear from us within three weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.