250 Performance Analyst jobs in South Africa

Pedros Chicken is one of South Africa’s fastest-growing quick service restaurant (QSR) brands, with over 180 stores and counting. We pride ourselves on bold flavours, operational excellence, and passionate people. As we scale, we're building a high-performance culture rooted in data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.

We are seeking a sharp, analytical, and business-savvy Business Performance Analyst to support the Operations Director by reviewing and synthesizing daily operational reports across departments. This role goes far beyond number crunching. You’ll be the key interface between data, operations, and executive action.

You’ll be trusted to identify trends, flag risks, and challenge departmental performance where needed. Most importantly, you'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to drive accountability, performance clarity, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily Performance Monitoring

• Review and validate daily and weekly reports from Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, and Marketing.
• Track KPIs, identify trends or variances, and proactively escalate issues that impact performance.
• Deliver concise, insight-driven daily summaries to the Operations Director.

Stakeholder Engagement & Influence

• Act as a liaison between the Operations Director and various departmental heads.
• Lead regular check-ins with senior stakeholders to discuss variances, question assumptions, and verify the status of follow-up actions.
• Build trust through consistent, high-quality insights and objective performance assessments.
• Help facilitate data-informed discussions at Exco and operational leadership level.

Performance Accountability

• Track issues raised and ensure resolution through structured follow-ups with responsible departments.
• Help define action plans, owners, and timelines in coordination with the Operations Director.
• Support in holding teams accountable for meeting performance commitments.

Insights & Reporting Development

• Recommend improvements to reporting templates, KPI dashboards, and business intelligence tools.
• Work with BI, IT, or Data teams to enhance automation and improve access to real-time performance visibility.
• Support project initiatives aimed at improving business performance tracking.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or related field.
• 5–8 years’ experience in business analysis, operations reporting, or performance management.
• Exposure to multi-unit retail or QSR environments is a strong plus.
• Solid experience engaging with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders constructively.
• Able to simplify complex data into actionable insights for decision-makers.
• Highly organised, proactive, and self-directed.

Our client is a leading full services legal firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (3 years) / NQF level 7 in Finance and Accounting or relevant qualification
• Up to 5 years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and improving finance management reporting, forecasting, analysis, and critical insights about the profitability and financial performance of the Practice Groups, clients, matters, products processes, sectors, regions, and systems within the firm
• Assist in the budget/forecasting planning and implementation with respective business unit head/leader
• Support management decision-making with financial modelling and feasibility studies
• Assist with monthly firm-wide and business unit/practice group EXCOM packs and FINCOM, analyse and provide insights on cost of sale, WIP write-down, headcount movement, rate leakage, etc.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reporting with analysis as requested by practice group leaders and provide continuous support
• Assist in preparation of billing schedules for before and at month end to analyse estimates and actual billings
• Identify and initiate system improvements with IT for reporting and test recommended solutions by partnering with IT

The Marketing Performance Analyst  in Cape Town  will be the driving force behind optimizing customer acquisition efforts across digital and traditional channels. This role is all about turning data into actionable insights, ensuring marketing spend delivers the best possible return, and shaping strategic decisions. Working closely with the acquisition, product, and analytics teams, the role focuses on maximizing ROI from paid media, SEO, affiliate programs, and other key acquisition sources.

Your key job  responsibilities as the Marketing Performance Analyst  in Cape Town  will include:

Requirements for this Marketing Performance Analyst job  in Cape Town :

Join a fast-paced, data-centric team where your insights will have a direct impact on customer acquisition and the overall success of the company. If you’re passionate about marketing performance and love optimizing strategies for maximum impact, this is the role for you.  Apply today for this Marketing Performance Analyst  role in Cape Town.

Our client in the FMCG industry is currently in search of a Performance Analyst to suit the below job purpose:

The Performance Analyst is responsible to interpret data captured as per the annual audit plan. The Performance Analyst will use various sources and interpret patterns and trends to offer ways to improve the effectiveness of the sales force.

To provide an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve our clients operations.

• Office based Audits:
• The Performance Analyst is responsible to interpret data captured as per the annual audit plan;
• The Performance Analyst will use various sources and interpret patterns and trends to offer ways to improve the effectiveness of the sales force.
• To provide an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve our clients operations.
• Monitors and report on back-office verification such as, but not limited to: call co-ordinates; POS implementation; distribution; pricing adherence and promotion execution.
• This will be done by comparing what was captured vs photos captured.
• Overseeing of Junior Performance Analysts and verification of their data.
• Ad Hoc:
• The Auditing team will also perform Ad Hoc audits / investigations from time to time.

Examples:

• National or Regional promotion implementation or activations.
• Any other adhoc activities captured by the sales force as per request from the Client.
Reporting and feedback
• Report daily, weekly and monthly as per the communicated requirements.
Desired Experience & Qualification
• Own reliable transport a must
• Matric certificate
• Tertiary qualification in similar field would be advantageous
• Data capturing experience (1 – 2 years)
• Advance Excel experience (2 years plus)
• Performance analytics experience (2 years plus)
Package & Remuneration
• FMCG & Supply Management
• Food & Beverages
• Wholesale & Retail Trade

Were looking for a sharp, motivated Product Performance Analyst to join an innovative team developing world-class consumer radar products. If you have a keen eye for detail, a passion for fitness and technology, and thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments, this is your opportunity to be part of a team bringing next-generation products to life.

What Youll Do:

• Coordinate and execute product testing recruit testers, manage bookings, and ensure equipment is ready for action.
• Conduct data collection sessions with athletes using prototype sensors and fitness devices.
• Record, download, and verify datasets using internal tools.
• Document test results and communicate findings to project leaders.
• Troubleshoot basic testing and logging issues.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, analysts, and developers to refine product performance.

What Youll Need:

• Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Sport Science, or related field.
• 01 years experience (graduates welcome).
• Passion for fitness, health, and wellness .
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid drivers license and own transport.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).

Nice to Have:

• Experience with fitness monitoring products.
• Familiarity with data management tools.

Role Details:

• Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape (in-person with remote flexibility)
• Start Date: January 2026

If youre ready to turn raw data into real-world impact and be part of an energetic team shaping the future of tech-enabled performance, apply now.

Please note that if you do not hear from us within two weeks, your application has not been successful on this occasion. We welcome you to apply for future opportunities with us.