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Job Title: Data Analyst - Strategy & Development Team
Location: Edinburgh - FULLY OFFICE BASED
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum
Contract: 3-6 months initially

Unlock Your Potential with an Exciting Analyst Role!

Are you a highly numerate, data-driven professional with a passion for Excel modelling? Do you thrive in turning complex datasets into actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our high-performing Strategy & Development team!

As an Analyst, you'll be at the forefront of transforming retail data into key business strategies, playing a vital role in optimizing store performance and driving innovation. With a focus on range and space density changes, you'll contribute to high-impact projects that shape business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Excel Mastery: Build and enhance powerful Excel models to assess range and space density changes within retail environments.
  • Data Insights: Analyze large volumes of data (at SKU level) to uncover valuable insights and deliver strategic recommendations.
  • Collaborative Impact: Partner with the Strategy & Development team to inform decision-making and enhance operational performance.
  • Commercial Strategy: Use your strong business acumen to apply data insights that influence high-level strategic initiatives.
  • Accuracy & Efficiency: Maintain data integrity across various modelling projects, ensuring precision and timely execution.
    What We're Looking For:
  • Advanced Excel Skills: Proven ability with complex Excel functions, formulas, and data analysis techniques.
  • Data Analysis Expertise: Experience handling large datasets (ideally at the SKU level) and translating them into actionable insights.
  • Business Acumen: Strong commercial understanding, with the ability to interpret data and apply it to real-world business scenarios.
  • Analytical Mindset: Detail-oriented, highly numerate, and proactive in solving problems.
  • Retail Experience: Previous experience in the retail industry is a plus, but not essential.
    Contract Details:
  • 6-month contract with potential for extension based on business needs and performance.
    Why Apply?
    If you're looking for a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your data-driven insights will directly impact business strategy, this is the role for you! Join a forward-thinking team and make your mark in a growing business.
    Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today and join us on an exciting journey of growth and innovation!

    Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

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