Commercial Business Analyst

**Recruiter:** Network Recruitment **Job Ref:** NPr003665/KavN **Date posted:** Sunday, April 19, 2026 **Location:** Johannesburg, South Africa **Salary:** 700 000\.00 **SUMMARY:** A leading organisation within the **courier and logistics sector** is seeking a commercially astute and highly analytical **Business Analyst** to support the growth and optimisation of key strategic accounts. This role sits at the intersection of **commercial strategy, data analytics, and client engagement** , making it ideal for a professional who can translate complex data into actionable business decisions. **POSITION INFO:** You will partner closely with **Account Executives and key clients** , driving **profitability, operational alignment, and long\-term account growth** through deep analysis and strategic insight. This is not a reporting role — it is a **commercially focused, client\-facing position** requiring strong analytical thinking and the confidence to influence decision\-making at multiple levels. Key Responsibilities * Conduct detailed profitability and cost\-to\-serve analysis across accounts, services, and regions * Identify margin improvement opportunities and cost inefficiencies * Provide actionable insights to drive revenue growth and operational performance * Support continuous improvement initiatives across commercial and operational workflows * Analyse trends, risks, and performance deviations, proactively flagging issues * Prepare and present weekly performance and profitability reports * Act as a trusted advisor to both internal stakeholders and clients * Support onboarding of new clients, including technical, operational, and commercial integration * Align customer requirements with internal capabilities to drive sustainable account growth **Minimum Requirements** * BCom Degree (Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Data\-related field) * 5\+ years’ experience as a Business Analyst or Project Manager * 5\+ years’ experience within courier, logistics, or supply chain environments * Strong understanding of pricing models, margins, and cost structures * Proven ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders Technical Capability * Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills * Experience with CRM systems and logistics platforms * Exposure to API integrations (JSON/API knowledge advantageous) * Strong reporting, dashboarding, and performance tracking capability What We’re Looking For * A commercially minded analyst — not just a data processor * Strong problem\-solving and critical thinking ability * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills * High attention to detail with a structured, disciplined approach * A professional who can operate confidently in a client\-facing environment Why This Role? * Direct exposure to large, strategic accounts * Opportunity to influence commercial decisions and profitability * Work within a high\-performance, data\-driven environment * Strong growth potential within a leading logistics business