Our client, a growing and dynamic organisation operating across Southern Africa and international markets, is seeking a highly analytical and technically minded Operations Analyst to join their team based in Umhlanga.

This opportunity is ideal for a driven junior professional who is looking to develop within a fast-paced industrial environment while gaining exposure to international supply chains, technical operations, commercial strategy, and customer engagement.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting operational efficiency, logistics execution, product support, and supply chain optimisation across the business.

Minimum Requirements

Degree or Diploma in:

Chemical Engineering
Chemical Technology
Chemistry
Industrial Engineering
Analytical Sciences
Supply Chain or related technical qualification

1–3 years’ experience within:

Chemicals
Mining
Fuels
Industrial manufacturing
Engineering or related sectors

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Commercially aware with a technical mindset
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
Resilient, proactive, and solutions-driven
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic operational environment
Strong Excel and reporting capability advantageous

Why Join?

Exposure to African and international markets
Opportunity to work within a growing and commercially driven business
Strong career growth and development potential
Exposure to technical operations, logistics, supply chain, and customer engagement
Opportunity to contribute to strategic operational improvements

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical product support to internal teams and customers
Assist with international and local logistics supply chain planning and execution
Analyse operational and supply chain data to support business decisions
Monitor and navigate supply challenges between suppliers and customers
Work closely with Sales and Operations teams to develop alternative product offerings and customer solutions
Support cost optimisation and operational efficiency initiatives
Engage with technical, operational, and commercial stakeholders across the business
Assist with forecasting, reporting, and business analysis functions
Travel to customers, suppliers, and industry conferences when required

Remuneration Package

Market Related - Package dependent on qualifications and experience
Performance-based incentives included