Senior Analyst (Pharmacy)

Job Purpose: To deliver data analysis and critical insights into pharmacy-related products and pricing, that supports the business to make informed decisions and improve opportunities to increase profits. Job Objectives:

1. To perform analysis and provide in-depth insights on pharmaceutical data (pricing, dispensing fees, products etc.) that will assist management in making effective decisions that maximises business performance and profit.
2. To conduct in-depth analysis on medical aid performance in order to provide the Executive team with relevant information in order to negotiate new dispensing fees.
3. To develop reports that can be used to assist management in tracking the overall financial impact of decisions.
4. To provide analysis of data as required so as to build business cases for system or operational procedure changes or enhancements, with costs and/or possible return on investment.
5. To understand business requirements and needs and advise the best way to fulfill these through data-driven insights.
6. To investigate and recommend potential solutions through computer software, coding, or mathematical models to test variables and scenarios.
7. To clearly articulate business insights to stakeholders and translate findings into actionable solutions that complies with Group and regulatory standards.
8. To maintain a comprehensive understanding of business processes and practices pertaining to all aspects of pharmacy retail operations within the Group.

Experience:

• 5 years of data analytics and insights reporting.
• 1-2 years Healthcare experience.
• 3-year degree/diploma (BCom or equivalent with economics, statistics, research, or a related field).

Knowledge:

• Business objectives.
• Retail policies and procedures.
• Understanding of the pharmaceutical retail, pricing and regulatory environment.
• Understanding of the medical aid environment.
• B.I Knowledge.

Skills:

• Data handling/quality tools or other industry standards tools.
• Advanced MS Office and Excel in particular.
• Database methodologies and technologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and present complex analytical results.
• Ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Financial acumen.

Competencies:

• Persuading and Influencing.
• Presenting and Communicating Information.
• Learning and Researching.
• Writing and Reporting.
• Analysing.
• Planning and Organising.
• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations.
• Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking.

Why Clicks: We look for customer-obsessed people with a “can-do” attitude, that are professional and passionate about their Careers. Clicks Groups employee value proposition focuses on people, passion, and opportunities. We care about and contribute to the well-being of people, the environment and communities, while the group’s growth strategy provides our people with unlimited opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr