DataOrbis is a Smollan business and a leading global data management and insights company, that leads change by connecting people to their data. Working predominantly in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry we enable environments where clients and their brands can thrive by combining people, process, and leading-edge cloud technology to facilitate and inform business decisions that are customized to our clients’ needs. With a wealth of experience and expertise in information technology and market information services in the consumer goods and retail industries, over the past 10 years we become a leader in the data management industry by constantly differentiating and evolving our offerings to meet client needs. We currently have offices in South Africa, Kenya, and the UAE. Our values are the absolute foundation of our business, and through our values of trust, accountability, innovation and team work, we are able to attract, recruit, retain and develop the right skills at the right place at the right time and constantly engaging our team in a winning environment
You are not afraid of data and technology and have a keen eye for detail and do not shy away from finding a solution to a problem.
You have “stickability” when it comes to embarking on a steep learning curve and figuring out how to use new and complex software. You are proactive and tenacious in the execution of tasks and are not afraid to get stuck in where needed.
You take initiative and consistently troubleshoot, and problem solve in order to ensure that deadlines are met.
You enjoy working within a team-based environment and are positive and enjoy getting stuck in where needed. You have strong interpersonal skills and are confident in engaging with and in building rapport with both internal and external members.
Responsibilities
- Clean and prepare data to spec, for either Space Planning and/or Assortment Optimization (AO) projects
- Source product dimensions and images
- Edit, clean and store images in readiness for utilisation in Space Planning
- Create, update and maintain Product & Image libraries
- Build planograms in accordance with internal briefs; aligned to / adopting best practice standards
- Realograms (as & when needed, alternately as an additional training element)
- Carrying out of other ad-hoc administrative requests.
Your skills and experience include
A tertiary qualification BCom IS, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Market Research or equivalent.1-2 years’ work experience in Retail / Manufacturing is advantageous.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills (business etiquette), with the ability to professionally communicate & interact with internal team members
- Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise and execute tasks to meet deadlines
- Flexible and agile, with the ability to work on multiple concurrent tasks and assignments
- Pro-active and confident with the ability to communicate progress, developments and difficulties encountered on an ongoing basis
- Strong administration and organisational skills
Key personal attributes include
- Driven, passionate & self-motivated, with a high attention to detail
- Hunger for knowledge & growth; both personal & business unit
- Embraces & adapts to change & innovation
- A natural affinity / understanding for technology concepts
- Strong team player
- Emotional intelligence
- Ability to work under pressure
- Service and delivery orientated
- Innovative and results driven
- Problem solving with the ability to develop conceptual, logical solutions
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