Country Data Analyst - IKEA Denmark (Service Office in Taastrup)

Ikea Ab; København; Hybrid; DKK 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Health insurance

Massage scheme

Subsidized canteen

Staff discount

Discount schemes with partners

Annual gift

Bonus scheme

Job summary

IKEA Denmark is seeking a curious Data Analyst to turn data into trusted insights and decision support. You will work with the Insights & Analytics team across the Danish organisation to build strong data solutions and make performance easier to understand and act on.

Your responsibilities include building dashboards, modeling data, writing SQL, conducting exploratory analysis and translating business questions into analytical solutions.

Qualifications

• Solid experience as a Data Analyst, Business Analyst, BI Developer or similar role
• Strong SQL and Python skills, comfortable with large and complex datasets
• Experience with data modelling, data transformation and reliable data structures for reporting

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions
• Create data models, measures and datasets that are reliable and scalable
• Write SQL queries to extract, transform and prepare data for analysis and reporting
• Conduct exploratory analysis to identify patterns, gaps, opportunities and business drivers
• Collaborate with Insights Leaders to combine findings with business understanding
• Translate business questions into data requirements and analytical solutions
• Improve data quality, definitions and documentation with Data Governance & Activation Leader
• Explore AI-assisted methods to improve analysis and reporting
• Communicate findings clearly with visuals to help stakeholders understand actions

Skills

SQL

Python

Data modelling

Data transformation

Reporting

Dashboards

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder communication

AI awareness

Tools

Power BI

MS Fabric

Job description

Who you are

You are a curious and collaborative Data Analyst who enjoys turning data into clear, reliable and useful insights for the business. You are motivated by building strong data foundations, creating dashboards and analyses that people trust, and helping IKEA Denmark make better and faster decisions.

Most importantly, you are motivated by creating value through data and by contributing to an inclusive team where knowledge sharing, learning and continuous improvement are part of everyday work.

We believe you bring many of the following strengths:

• Has solid experience as a Data Analyst, Business Analyst, BI Developer or similar role
• Is highly skilled in SQL and Phython, and is comfortable working with large and complex datasets
• Has strong experience with data modelling, data transformation and creating reliable data structures for reporting and analysis
• Has practical experience with MS Fabric and Power BI, including building clear dashboards, semantic models, measures and automated reporting solutions
• Understands how to turn business needs into data requirements, analysis and user-friendly reporting solutions
• Can translate data into clear stories that help stakeholders understand performance, identify gaps and decide what to do next
• Works in a structured and proactive way, with the ability to prioritise and drive tasks forward independently
• Is curious about AI and motivated by exploring how AI can improve the way we work with data, analysis and decision-making
• Enjoys working closely with stakeholders and being part of a collaborative team where knowledge sharing, curiosity and continuous improvement are important

You do not need to tick every box to be successful in this role. If you are excited about the opportunity and believe your experience can contribute to our team, we would love to hear from you.

A day in your life with us

In this role, you will help IKEA Denmark turn data into trusted insights and decision support. You will work closely with the Insights & Analytics team and stakeholders across the Danish organisation to understand business needs, build strong data solutions and make performance easier to understand and act on.

Your work will include:

• Building and maintaining Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions that support business performance follow-up
• Creating data models, measures and datasets that are reliable, scalable and easy to use
• Writing SQL queries to extract, transform and prepare data for analysis and reporting
• Conducting exploratory analysis to identify patterns, gaps, opportunities and business drivers
• Working closely with Insights Leaders to combine analytical findings with business and customer understanding
• Translating business questions into data requirements and clear analytical solutions
• Helping improve data quality, definitions and documentation together with the Data Governance & Activation Leader
• Using and exploring AI-supported ways of working to make analysis, reporting and insight generation more efficient
• Communicating findings in a simple and visual way that helps stakeholders understand what is happening, why it matters and what actions could be taken

Together as a team

You will be part of the Insights & Analytics team in IKEA Denmark, a team with a clear purpose: to help IKEA Denmark make better and faster decisions by bringing together data, insights, business understanding and customer perspectives.

Today, we are five colleagues in the team: two Insights Leaders, one Data Analysts, one Data Governance & Activation Leader and the Insights & Analytics Manager. We work closely together across our different areas of expertise and partner with functions across the Danish organisation.

As a team, we believe in openness, curiosity and togetherness. We have a high team spirit, and we want everyone to feel safe to share their opinion, challenge constructively and contribute with their unique perspective.

At IKEA, we believe that diverse perspectives help us make better decisions and create better solutions. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to grow.

If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply even if your experience does not match every qualification listed. We value different backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking.

If you have questions to the position, you are welcome to reach out to Insights & Analytic Manager, Anders Jensen on [e-mail]

Additional information

• Working Hours & Contract: The position is 37+ hours per week on a salaried contract (funktionærkontrakt), where additional hours and overtime are included in the salary.
• Flexible Hours: Flexible working hours (typically 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM).
• Remote Work: Opportunity to work from home up to 2 days a week.
• Compensation: Salary according to qualifications and in line with IKEA’s salary policy.
• Benefits: We offer various employee benefits, including: pension scheme, health insurance, massage scheme, subsidized canteen, staff discount, discount schemes with partners, annual gift, and bonus scheme, etc.
• Reporting Structure: Reporting to the Insights & Analytics Manager.
• Work Location: IKEA Service Office, Taastrup.
• Start Date: We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible or by agreement.
• Application Deadline: Apply by 13th of october at the latest.