Our client within the telco environment has a requirement for a Data and Modelling Specialist.

POSITION

Data and Modelling Specialist

LOCATION

Johannesburg

SALARY

Market Related

Purpose of Role:

The 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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Pricing

Help to determine competitive pricing strategies to gain market share and achieve revenue goals.
Analyze 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.
Analyze 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 in line with strategic objectives. Develop monthly product reports
Analyze product portfolio and identify opportunities for revenue growth or potential leakage.
Perform product & pricing competitor analysis and present outcomes, opportunities and potential risks.
Financial
Forecast revenue and market share based on market trends, production costs, profit margins, and sales volumes.

Ideal candidate:

Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies. For example, a strong big-picture thinker; makes frequent, clear references to the organization’s vision and strategy and the efforts required to drive them forward. Effectively integrates long-term opportunities and challenges with day-to-day activities.

Minimum Requirements:

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in commerce or finance, actuarial or statistics
Experience with complex statistical and data modelling
EXPERIENCE
Minimum 10 years’ experience in similar role