Woolworths is seeking a skilled Systems Analyst to join our Information Technology team in Cape Town. In this role, you will leverage advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and data optimization techniques to deliver impactful business solutions. You will design and validate quantitative models, interpret complex data, and collaborate across teams to drive revenue growth and cost reduction. Your expertise in SAS, SQL, and data warehousing will support the integration and analysis of diverse data sources.
This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects, automate reporting processes, and ensure the stability and enhancement of IT systems. Join a leading retailer committed to continuous learning, adaptability, and excellence in technology. If you hold a bachelor's degree in a quantitative field with 5+ years of experience and thrive on solving complex challenges, Woolworths provides a dynamic environment to grow your career. Apply now and be part of a company dedicated to innovation and operational excellence.
- Minimum 3 years' IT qualification
- Minimum 5 years relevant IT experience
- Financial experience in Supply Chain Management
- Will be required to perform standby duties on rotational basis
Additional Criteria
- Retail experience advantageous
- Strong XML and relational database knowledge
- Strong SQL Query, knowledge and experience
- Knowledge on Cloud technologies and principles
- Strong working knowledge of various systems intergration formats
- Experience working on project or large continuous improvement initiatives independently
- Project management and testing methodology knowledge
- Supply chain knowledge/understanding advantageous
- Take ownership, accountability and is self-motovated
- Attention to detail is required
Analyse current systems solutions and business requirements
o Interpret and provide input to translate complex business requirements into business requirement definitions and specifications
o Analyse and evaluate required system enhancements
o Analyse existing systems and interfaces for modification / improvement purposes
Design for enhancements to systems to accommodate business needs
o Participate in the process design or re-design and translate business / user requirements / processes into a system design
o Design system enhancements
o Change systems specifications based on testing problems / changing requirements
o Design interfaces and solutions with other systems
o Complete peer review of team change requests’ submissions
o Provide input to deployment plans based on designs
Testing of proposed solutions
o Develop system test plans for system, regression and integration testing
o Perform systems testing and integration testing, and feedback results
o Assist business stakeholders with functional and integration testing of solutions and changes
- Participate in the implementation of new solutions to ensure successful integration into current environment
o Manage the creation and handover of the system administration procedures
o Participate in the post-implementation reviews for completed projects
o Ensure SME input during the implementation process
Support current solutions
o Attend to user queries, incidents and requests as per ways of working
o Ensure the stability of the existing systems environment in line with agreed SLA’s
o Provide input and guidance for the Trade Payables process and the impact thereof
o Support of the Supply Chain Operations into African countries across multiple currencies
o Provide input and guidance for development and technical support teams
o Provide functional leadership and guidance
o Complete peak checks during peak periods
Collaborate with/and support ITS Support and the Business
o Integrate with relevant business and IT stakeholders
o Provide system input to design of user training material
o Provide operational support to the business area
o Provide knowledge transfer and support to team members
o Collaborate with 3rd party service providers for operational, technical and functional support
Create and maintain documentation
o Develop and maintain all relevant SDLC documentation
o Document, publish and maintain system design (new system developments and enhancements) and all interfaces with other systems
o Update standby and support manuals
