Business Data Analyst

Todd Hayes Ltd
Norwich
3 months ago
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Business Data Analyst
Our prestigious manufacturing-based client, based in Norwich, are seeking a Business Data Analyst to join their team.
This is a full time position working Monday-Friday, 08:30-17:00.
Working on a temporary contract, likely 12 months, based in Norwich with free, onsite parking.
Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or other related field.
  • Demonstrated ability to understand complex datasets and apply statistical and analytical methods, ideally within a manufacturing or fast-paced environment.
  • Strong data modelling, forecasting, and analytical skills with a strong understanding of financial and other key performance metrics.
  • Demonstrated ability to organise, analyse and present large volumes of complex data and insights clearly and effectively to senior leadership and non-finance stakeholders.
  • Solid understanding of commercial and financial concepts with a strategic mindset and the ability to drive business decisions through data-driven insights.
  • Proficiency with SQL databases / ERP systems (preferably Oracle EnterpriseOne), database reporting tools.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation.
  • Ability to translating findings into strategies and solutions through close collaboration with different departments and communicate these clearly to senior stakeholders.
    Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct detailed analysis, including forecasting, modelling, and scenario planning, to inform strategic business decision-making.
  • Provide insights on profitability and ROI by market / customer linking current and desired future state for new and existing product and market initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business planning, and strategic initiatives.
  • Develop and present comprehensive & impactful analysis and strategic recommendations to senior management in a clear and concise manner.
  • To support strategic decision-making and performance evaluation across our global operations.
  • The role will involve in-depth analysis of commercial, sales and other business data as may be required from time to time. Providing forecasting and modelling to assess the impact of business changes and new products on margin and other key metrics.
  • This is a hands-on, high-impact role that requires an individual with strong analytical skills, commercial acumen.
    For further details regarding this great opportunity, please email a copy of your CV today.
    Todd Hayes Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the large number of applications, we receive I’m afraid we are unable to respond to everyone individually however your details will remain on file should another suitable opportunity become available moving forward.
    If we can take your application further, we will of course be in touch.
    Todd Hayes is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
    Todd Hayes Ltd

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