Petrosa Pricing Business Analyst Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

Petrosa is seeking a dedicated Pricing Business Analyst for a 24-month fixed-term contract. This office-based role, available in Cape Town or Johannesburg, is an entry-level opportunity within the Marketing category.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in optimising revenue and maximising margins by analysing markets, product pricing, and discount structures. This position involves performing profitability analysis, administering pricing mechanisms, and contributing to informed business decisions.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualifications:
• Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics, or Engineering.
• Work Experience:
• 5 – 7 years’ relevant accounting or pricing experience.
• Preferably within an Oil product pricing environment.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in the Sales & Distribution (S/D) SAP Module is a prerequisite.
• Commitment:
• PetroSA is committed to Equality, Employment Equity, and Diversity regarding employment opportunities and encourages candidates living with disabilities to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify markets for revenue generation at minimal cost through value chain and discount optimisation.
• Perform market research focusing on product pricing and discount matrices.
• Conduct profitability analysis on business cases for current or new business ventures.
• Administer the Basic Fuel Price (BFP) pricing mechanism and develop routine price calculation models.
• Maintain and update SAP master data with correct pricing elements for traded products.
• Coordinate all administration related to pricing issues on SAP.
• Develop, maintain, and back-test price forecasting models for refinery production, business planning, and capital project valuations.
• Prepare reports on price trends and economic activity for management.
• Represent PetroSA at external engagements, including the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) and other industry/regulatory forums.
• Contain expenditure within budget guidelines.
• Assist and provide guidance to customers relating to pricing.

What the Work Involves

As a Pricing Business Analyst, your day-to-day work will involve in-depth market research and financial analysis to identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost minimisation. You will be responsible for administering complex pricing mechanisms, developing forecasting models, and meticulously updating master data within the SAP system to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The role requires a keen eye for detail, as you will be preparing crucial reports for management on price trends and economic activities, directly influencing business decisions. You will also represent PetroSA in important external forums, contributing to industry discussions. This is an office-based position where you will work collaboratively within the marketing department, engaging with various stakeholders and assisting customers with pricing-related queries.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please visit the official Petrosa website:

• Website: https://www.petrosa.co.za/