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Business Intelligence Analyst - SAP

Howden
7 months ago
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We have an opportunity for a Business Intelligence Analyst to join our Group Data & Insights team on an initial 12-month fixed term contract. You will work across the business on BAU tickets or project work, understanding and writing requirements for stakeholders before collaboratively working with the Data and Analytics team in IS to deliver solutions and fixes. You will then surface the solutions via analytics design tools, prepare analytics for stakeholders and hand over to analytics consumers.

This is a full-time role based onsite at least 3 days per week from our office in Howden, East Yorkshire with some travel to other offices.

What will I be doing as a BI Analyst?

  • Supporting business users of SAP BI tools
  • Take ownership of BI projects led by IS teams or initiated by the business, keeping abreast of their progress, providing input from a reporting perspective and providing project deliverables
  • Development of reporting solutions requested via the customer ticketing service
  • Identify and understanding opportunities which will improve the overall offering of the Group Data & Insights function.
  • This role involves joining an in-office hours support rota, with selective out of hours working to support project go-lives

    What we need from you

  • Report writing and data visualisation skills
  • Experience in SAPBI 4.2 essential (4.3 desirable) including designer tools
  • Data inquisitive and strong problem solver
  • Familiar with IS project methodology (waterfall & agile)
  • Ability to translate business requirements into technology solutions
  • Power BI experience (Desirable)

    What we can offer you

  • Competitive salary and annual company bonus
  • Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
  • Staff Discount
  • Free onsite canteen at the Howden site
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

    About Howdens:

    Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware.  We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals.  Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. 

    As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For.

    How to apply

    We’re building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we’re keen to hear from you. 

    Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you

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