Manufacturing Operations Analytics Specialist

Recreo Global; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartwell Manufacturing seeks an Operations & Business Analyst to boost operational visibility, develop dashboards and provide data-driven insights across production and logistics. The role reports to the Supply Chain Manager, requires manufacturing experience, strong Excel and Power BI skills, and a collaborative approach to drive efficiency and profitability.

You will work with managers to translate data into actionable recommendations and help embed continuous improvement through reporting

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified or equivalent experience in analytics, engineering, operations or related discipline is advantageous.
• Strong Excel skills and data manipulation abilities.
• Experience creating KPI reports and dashboards in manufacturing contexts.

Responsibilities

• Develop reporting dashboards and tools
• Track and report KPIs
• Analyse performance vs plan and investigate variances
• Provide insight on trends, risks and opportunities
• Work with operational managers to support decision making
• Improve reporting processes and automation
• Use AI-assisted tools responsibly to improve reporting efficiency and communication

Skills

Analytical mindset

Manufacturing environment experience

KPIs understanding

Excel skills

Power BI experience

Reporting dashboards

Data storytelling

Stakeholder communication

Continuous improvement

AI reporting awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Hartwell Manufacturing seeks an Operations & Business Analyst to boost operational visibility, develop dashboards and provide data-driven insights across production and logistics. The role reports to the Supply Chain Manager, requires manufacturing experience, strong Excel and Power BI skills, and a collaborative approach to drive efficiency and profitability.

You will work with managers to translate data into actionable recommendations and help embed continuous improvement through reporting