📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW
a Fast-growing Nigerian FMCG Company - Zenith Recruiters is actively recruiting for a Data & Operations Analyst position in Yaba. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Data / Business / Analysis / Ai sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:
• Experience Level: Not Specified
• Educational Background: Others or equivalent
• Industry Focus: Data / Business / Analysis / Ai
• Location Preference: in Yaba
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA
The Data & Operations Analyst position is an important role within Nigeria's Data / Business / Analysis / Ai sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS
This role in Data / Business / Analysis / Ai offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations in Nigeria.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE
When applying for this Data & Operations Analyst position, ensure your CV highlights:
• Relevant experience matching the Not Specified requirement
• Educational qualifications in line with Others
• Specific achievements in the Data / Business / Analysis / Ai field
• Any certifications or specialized training
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools
🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT
The Data / Business / Analysis / Ai sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Zenith Recuriters - Our client, a fast-growing Nigerian FMCG company, is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Data & Operations Analyst
Location: Yaba, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
The Data & Operations Analyst will be responsible for converting raw commercial data into strategic business insights through backend data extraction, sales tracking, and interactive dashboard reporting, while providing essential platform and operational support to the sales team and distributors.
Job DescriptionSales & Target Tracking: Track daily, weekly, and monthly primary/secondary sales; run target vs. achievement and variance analyses across territories, reps, and SKUs.
Commercial Insights: Analyze distributor stock levels, outlet coverage, and SKU movement to provide actionable data for executive decision-making.
Executive Dashboards: Build and maintain interactive dashboards using Advanced Excel and Power BI to translate raw commercial numbers into clear reports.
Backend Data Extraction: Query, spool, clean, and consolidate raw datasets directly from SFA backends, distributor portals, and database repositories.
First-Line Application Support: Guide field reps and distributors through app usage, entry mistakes, and access issues on SFA and ordering platforms.
Technical Escalation: Log app malfunctions and software bugs, liaising with the IT/vendor tech team until issues are fully resolved.
RequirementsInterested candidates should possess relevant qualifications with prior experience specifically in FMCG or distribution-heavy manufacturing (tracking primary and secondary sales dynamics).
Direct exposure to Sales Force Automation (SFA) platforms and distributor management app backends.
Skills:Advanced Excel: Mastery of complex formulas (XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH), Power Query, Data Modeling, and Pivot Tables.
Database & SFA Knowledge: Understanding backend app architecture to spool, query, and clean data from SFA and distributor portals.
Data Visualization: Hands-on experience creating clean, actionable reports in Power BI or Excel.
Problem Solving & Tech Support: Patient communication to support non-technical field users and follow through on technical escalations.
Analytical Thinking: Ability to spot trends, revenue gaps, and operational bottlenecks in complex datasets.
RemunerationSalary: N200,000 - N300,000 per month.
HMO coverage
13th month salary
Leave allowance
Paid time-off.
Application Closing Date26th September, 2026.
How to Apply
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