Capacity Analyst

ASDA; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking a Capacity Analyst to support its Network Design team. This role involves developing and maintaining capacity models and conducting data analysis to inform logistics strategy. Candidates with strong analytical skills and a passion for data-driven decision-making are encouraged to apply. Furthermore, Asda offers a hybrid working model and a competitive benefits package, including a discretionary bonus and comprehensive wellbeing services.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension up to 7% matched

15% colleague discount in store and online

Free access to wellbeing services

Excellent parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with Power BI and SQL.
• Ability to simplify complex data for various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain warehouse capacity models for logistics.
• Conduct data analysis to support operational decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for improved logistics efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Data visualisation

Communication

Education

Degree preferred but not required

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Job Title

Capacity Analyst

Location

Asda House

Employment Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours Per Week

37.5

Salary

Competitive salary plus benefits.

Category

Infrastructure

Closing Date

1 July 2025

Role Purpose

As a Capacity Analyst, you will play a key role within our Network Design team, maintaining and developing warehouse capacity models that support both operational and strategic decisions across our expansive logistics network. Your insights will directly influence how we plan, scale, and optimise our infrastructure to meet current and future demand.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance network capacity models, ensuring their accuracy and consistency to support forecasting and planning.

• Conduct data analysis and reporting to support operational and strategic initiatives, while contributing to the standardisation of datasets and reporting processes to improve efficiency and clarity.

• Use data-driven insights to inform decision-making and shape future logistics strategy.

• Maintain strong working relationships with site teams and key stakeholders across ALS, while collaborating with cross-functional teams including Supply and Commercial.

• Use network optimisation tools to simulate different scenarios and improve the efficiency of logistics flows.

• Turn complex data into clear, digestible insights and visuals that help stakeholders make informed decisions.

What You’ll Need

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient in Excel and experience with Power BI for data visualisation and SQL for querying and managing data sets is highly beneficial.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Ability to simplify complex data and present it in a clear, engaging way for different audiences.

• Experience using network optimisation tools is a plus, but not essential.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Education & Experience

• This role is ideal for a person who is eager to grow and contribute from day one. We’re looking for someone with strong foundational skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for learning. A degree is not required but would be preferable.

Everything you'll love

To ensure we balance moments where we know we need to collaborate together and the need for flexibility, Asda has a hybrid way of working with a minimum 3 days a week in one of our Home Offices.Over and above this, each area of Asda may have additional requirements which may require spending more days in the office, visiting suppliers, stores or depots.

You will also get an excellent benefits package including:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension up to 7% matched
• 15% colleague discount in store and online
• Free access to wellbeing services such as Wagestream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas.
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves