Commercial Data Analyst

Appleton Thorn
3 weeks ago
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Company Description

Stobart (Part of the Culina Group) is a leading ambient transport and logistics business, providing services to many of the UK’s best known brands across core consumer and retail sectors.

At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!

Job Description

Due to continued growth, we are now seeking a Data Analyst to join our Commercial team at our Appleton Thorn site on a full time permanent basis. 

As Data Analyst you will provide accurate, detailed analysis, recommendations, and observations for new business leads. You will provide a key interface between all parties, ensuring that the information is provided within agreed timelines, to ensure tender timelines are met.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-17:30pm. (On-site)

You must have a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle to apply for this role due to the location of site.

Key Duties of a Data Analyst include:

Produce detailed analysis on new business tender opportunities.
Analyse complex data sets and build finance models to show how different scenarios would impact our business.
Assist in the costing of all new business opportunities.
Liaise with other departments as required to ensure feasibility of transport solutions being put forward.
Provide support to ‘new start ups’ as necessary.
Supporting the Head of Sales on the provision of any commercial analysis for potential new and existing customers.

Qualifications

Advance Excel user – pivot tables and v-look ups.
Excellent numerical and analytical skills and experience.
Have strong attention to detail.
Have Commercial business acumen.
Strong experience of using MS Office.
Strong communications skills both verbal and written.
Ability to communicate with the wider business at all levels.

Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Stobart a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

Annual Leave – 25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays.
Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 3% employer.
Life Assurance -  x 2 your annual salary.
Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam

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