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Sales Business Analyst

CA Financial Appointments

South Africa · On-site Full-time 1w ago

About the role

About the Company

Join a globally recognised leader in the manufacturing space, known for its structured, high-performance culture and strong international footprint. With a focus on continuous improvement, planning excellence, and data-driven decision-making, this is an environment where sharp minds thrive.

About the Role

As part of the Corporate Planning team, you’ll play a critical role in driving sales performance through robust forecasting, reporting, and insights. This is a hands‑on, detail‑oriented role where your ability to build models, interpret data, and influence decisions will make a tangible impact.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain advanced Excel models using data from SAP, CRM, and BI tools
  • Lead sales forecasting, budgeting, and gross margin planning cycles
  • Perform detailed variance analysis (actual vs budget/forecast)
  • Support monthly and cyclical reporting processes
  • Generate actionable insights to support strategic decision‑making
  • Partner with sales and business units to track and improve performance

Requirements

  • 3–5 years’ experience in analytics, or management accounting business analyst role
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Exposure to SAP, Power BI, or CRM systems (advantageous)
  • Strong analytical mindset with commercial awareness
  • Self‑starter who thrives in a structured, high‑expectation environment

What’s in it for you

  • Opportunity to shape and grow within an evolving planning function
  • Exposure to an international business with strong systems and processes
  • Collaborative, high‑performing team with leadership growth potential

If you enjoy working in the detail, building models, and turning data into real business value—this role is built for you.

Apply now and let’s chat!

If you don’t hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. But stay in touch — follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities.

Requirements

  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Strong analytical mindset with commercial awareness
  • Self‑starter who thrives in a structured, high‑expectation environment

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain advanced Excel models using data from SAP, CRM, and BI tools
  • Lead sales forecasting, budgeting, and gross margin planning cycles
  • Perform detailed variance analysis (actual vs budget/forecast)
  • Support monthly and cyclical reporting processes
  • Generate actionable insights to support strategic decision‑making
  • Partner with sales and business units to track and improve performance

Benefits

leadership growth potential

Skills

CRMExcelPower BISAP

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