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Data Analyst

The Data Analyst will play a critical role in transforming MRP and operational data into meaningful insights that drive informed, data‑led decision‑making. Working closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, and Operations, this role will enhance visibility of performance, identify trends, and support continuous improvement across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Data Analysis & Insight

  • Analyse MRP data relating to materials, production, inventory, demand planning, capacity, and lead times.

  • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities within operational and manufacturing datasets.

  • Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for non‑technical stakeholders.

  • Support root‑cause investigations for issues such as stock shortages, excess inventory, late orders, and production inefficiencies.

    Reporting & Power BI

  • Design, develop, and maintain Power BI dashboards and reports for teams across the Group.

  • Ensure reporting is accurate, visually engaging, and aligned to agreed KPIs.

  • Build automated and self‑service reporting solutions to improve data accessibility.

  • Continuously refine and enhance existing reports based on feedback and evolving business needs.

  • Contribute to the standardisation of core metrics and reporting practices across sites.

    Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Partner with functional leads to understand reporting requirements and business challenges.

  • Act as a trusted data advisor to Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance.

  • Present findings clearly and confidently to diverse technical and non‑technical audiences.

  • Support teams in interpreting and utilising reports to improve performance and decision‑making.

    Data Governance & Quality

  • Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness across all dashboards and reporting outputs.

  • Document data definitions, KPIs, and logic to support transparency and repeatability.

  • Assist in improving data structures, data flows, and reporting processes.

  • Identify data quality issues and work with system owners to resolve them.

    Skills & Experience

    Essential

    Proven experience as a Data Analyst or Business Intelligence specialist within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

    Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP data (materials, BOMs, routings, production orders, inventory, etc.).

    Advanced skills in Power BI, including data modelling and DAX.

    Strong SQL skills for data extraction, transformation, and querying.

    Ability to communicate insights clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

    Highly analytical with excellent attention to detail.

    Desirable

    Experience within engineering or discrete manufacturing industries.

    Understanding of supply chain, production planning, or inventory management principles.

    Experience working with large, complex datasets across multiple business units.

    Exposure to lean, CI, or continuous improvement methodologies.

    Personal Attributes

    Naturally curious and proactive, with a passion for transforming data into meaningful insight.

    Collaborative and stakeholder‑focused, able to build strong working relationships.

    Confident in challenging assumptions with evidence-based reasoning.

    Highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

    Commercially aware with a continuous improvement mindset.

    What’s in It for You?

    Permanent, full‑time position (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday).

    Competitive salary.

    Comprehensive benefits including pension, life insurance, private medical healthcare, and employee retail discounts.

    33 days of annual leave, including a Christmas closure period.

    A stable, long‑term opportunity within a growing manufacturing business

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