Data and Modelling Specialist (Head of Analytics)

Midrand, Johannesburg
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

JOB PURPOSEThe incumbent will provide Postpaid Pricing & decision support to the commercial and marketing team through the modelling and analysis of costs, revenue and other financial parameters to develop competitive pricing and product strategies. The role is also responsible for managing the Postpaid Product portfolio, identifying potential revenue leakages and opportunities to improve profitability and revenue growth. In addition, the role will be responsible for ECL modelling and proactive statistical analysis of information generated from various sources, interpreted for specific relevance and application to CEC.RESPONSIBILITIESPricing

Help to determine competitive pricing strategies to gain market share and achieve revenue goals
Analyse data from multiple sources, develop complex pricing models, and collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop sales strategies
Assess data from a variety of sources to gain insights into pricing strategies and market trends
Analyse competitor pricing and market trends to increase market share and profitability
Track customer engagement to develop effective pricing strategies for products and offerings
Apply statistical modelling methods to determine the potential impact of pricing strategies on profitability
Recommend pricing strategies that align closely with market trends and identify new market segments
Collaborate with sales and marketing departments on developing and implementing competitive pricing strategies
Develop dynamic pricing tools to effectively respond to changing market needs and trends
Prepare and present pricing analysis findings to executives, marketing teams, and sales staff
Keeping informed on pricing analysis methods and industry trends
Keep abreast of market developments on pricing and product strategies

Product / Portfolio Review

Manage the product portfolio inline with CEC strategic objectives
Develop monthly product reports
Analyse product portfolio and identify opportunities for revenue growth or potential leakage
Perform product & pricing competitor analysis and present outcomes, opportunities and potential risks
Work with the Cell C product development team in implementing product changes and enhancements

Financial

Forecast revenue and market share based on market trends, production costs, profit margins, and sales volumes
Take responsibility for the ECL model, working with the Finance team to maintain and update

Self-Management

Set an example through personal quality and productivity standards and ways of working with others
Demonstrate consistent application of internal procedures
Plan and prioritise, demonstrating abilities to manage competing demands
Demonstrate abilities to anticipate and manage change

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Manages Complexity
Communicates Effectively
Decision Quality
Business Insight
Balances Stakeholders
Ensures Accountability
Organizational Savvy
Strategic Mindset
Financial Acumen
Collaborates
Drives Results

SKILLS

Action Planning
Data Collection and Analysis
Strategic Planning
Commercial Acumen
Risk Management
Financial Modelling
Assessment
Pricing the Risk

EDUCATION

Matric
Bachelor’s degree in commerce or finance, actuarial or statistics preferred

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 10 years’ experience in similar role
Experience with complex statistical and data modelling techniques

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