Analyst (Supply Chain Optimisation)

Sainsbury's; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food retailer in London seeks an individual to join their Supply Chain Optimisation team. The role focuses on delivering data-driven insights and solutions to enhance operations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Data Science or a related field, strong SQL skills, and the ability to communicate complex information effectively. The company offers a collaborative atmosphere with many benefits including discounts, pension, and more.

Benefits

Discounts

Pension

Life cover

Performance bonuses

Holiday allowances

Health plans

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Proficiency in SQL and a proven ability to deliver actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex information simply.
• Curious and logical problem-solver with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective insights and manage stakeholders across different levels.
• Champion a collaborative approach to requirements gathering and analysis.
• Work cross-functionally while delivering high-quality outputs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

SQL proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics

Tools

Python

R

Job description

What I need to do
• Sit within the Supply Chain Optimisation team, liaising closely with members of the Supply Chain operations team.
• Apply your analytical knowledge to business problems, recommending and implementing analytical solutions.
• Lead projects, develop & maintain relationships with stakeholders, and champion a collaborative approach to requirements gathering and analysis.
• Work efficiently while delivering high-quality, accurate, and professional outputs that reveal insights within the data. Maintain a focus on understanding the purpose of each project and the decisions it aims to inform.
• Deliver insights and recommendations through compelling data storytelling. Build and tell stories based on data to derive value.
• Embrace company values: Owning It, Making it Better, and Being Human.

How I will succeed
• Deliver effective insights using initiative, strong communication skills, and a customer-focused approach.
• Manage multiple stakeholders at various levels, communicate delays or challenges clearly, and manage expectations.
• Be a strong communicator and storyteller, adapting style for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Be inquisitive and self-driven, asking ‘what if’ and ‘why’ questions.
• Seek feedback from stakeholders on how analytical support has helped meet objectives.
• Add value by understanding stakeholder needs beyond their initial requests.
• Work cross-functionally, keeping stakeholders informed of challenges and engaged.
• Contribute to team learning and performance improvement discussions.

What I need to know
Essential
• A highly numerate background with a degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related experience.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Proven ability to deliver actionable insights and drive business change through analytics.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex information simply.
• Curious and logical problem-solver.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to partner effectively with the business, understanding problems and delivering value using commercial acumen.

Desirable
• Experience in Food retail or Supply Chain is advantageous.
• Experience with Python or R is helpful but not essential.
• Proactive about learning and career development.
• Contributing to the wider analytics community.

What I need to show
Our Valued Behaviours define how we deliver our goals and interact with colleagues:
• Own it: Take ownership, challenge positively, make decisions using business context, review goals regularly.
• Make it better: Be open-minded, adaptable, curious, seek feedback, and support continuous improvement.
• Be human: Show care and respect, listen actively, understand others’ perspectives, and use customer feedback for improvement.

We are committed to inclusion and support your development with flexible working, benefits, and recognition. Our benefits include discounts, pension, life cover, performance bonuses, holiday allowances, health plans, and parental leave, among others. Visit www.sainsburys.jobs for more details.

Responsibilities
Our Supply Chain team is critical in ensuring products reach customers efficiently. We leverage data and insights to anticipate needs, address issues proactively, and improve operations. We value change champions, customer obsession, data-driven decision-making, and effective collaboration and communication.