COSTING / PRICING DATA ANALYST Location: Office-BasedSalary: R12 000 – R20 000 (dependent on experience and skill level) We are looking for a detail-oriented Costing / Pricing Data Analyst to join a dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone analytical, structured, and eager to build a career working with financial and operational data. Key Responsibilities: Assist in compiling, reviewing, and validating internal pricing information Ensure all costing deadlines and targets are consistently met Support benchmarking exercises to assess market competitiveness Identify, track, and analyse cost trends using Excel and analytical tools Maintain, update, and quality-check costing databases Provide support to pricing processes by following structured procedures Assist in improving cost structures and identifying efficiencies (Advantageous) Exposure to freight and transport costing components Minimum Requirements: Matric (Grade 12) Relevant Diploma in Data Analytics or similar field Intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, basic PivotTables) Experience working with structured data or databases Strong computer literacy and willingness to learn new systems Basic financial understanding and interest in costing/pricing High attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work within processes and meet deadlines Key Attributes: Analytical and methodical thinker Strong organisational skills Ability to work independently and within a team Process-driven with a proactive mindset