Junior Data Analyst Opportunity at Catch Cape Town
About the Role
Catch is seeking a motivated Junior Data Analyst to join its Cape Town team. This permanent position focuses on transforming raw sales and stock data into actionable insights that guide decision-making across sales, trade marketing, and commercial strategy. The role blends analytical work with hands-on reporting and administrative support, providing an excellent starting point for early-career analysts in the FMCG and retail supplier sector.
Key Responsibilities
Data Analysis & Insights
• Analyse sales, stock, and distribution data from multiple retail partners
• Identify trends, performance drivers, risks, and opportunities across products and categories
• Highlight exceptions such as poor-performing products, declining categories, and stock risks
• Conduct product gap analyses to identify opportunities for improved listings and distribution expansion
• Support market and performance analysis to guide commercial decision-making
• Translate data findings into clear, actionable recommendations for commercial and sales teams
Reporting & Presentation
• Prepare regular sales and stock reports for internal stakeholders
• Present insights and findings to the Commercial Director, National Sales Manager, and management team
• Assist in creating data-driven presentations and summaries for internal reviews and strategy sessions
Trade Marketing & Administrative Support
• Support the Trade Marketing Manager by maintaining sales and stock reports
• Assist with data inputs for new product listings and retail submissions
• Support data requirements for new product launches and new retail customers
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity across all reports and submissions
Key Skills & Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with attention to detail
• Ability to interpret raw data and convert it into meaningful insights
• Commercial awareness and understanding of retail performance drivers
• Confident communicator, able to explain data clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Well-organised and capable of managing recurring reporting tasks
• Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement approach
Technical Requirements
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and data manipulation
• Experience working with large datasets
• Exposure to data visualisation or BI tools is advantageous but not essential
Qualifications & Experience
• Degree or diploma in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Business Analytics, or related field preferred
• Alternatively, relevant experience managing sales and stock data on the supplier side of retail
• 0–3 years’ experience in a data, reporting, or analytical role; junior or graduate-level candidates are encouraged to apply
Why Join Catch
This role offers the opportunity to gain strong analytical experience in the FMCG sector while contributing directly to commercial decision-making. You will work with a dynamic team, handling real data challenges, and helping the business drive performance across multiple retail channels.
How to Apply
Apply now to take the first step in your data analytics career at Catch Cape Town.
Apply here: Catch Junior Data Analyst
