Supply Chain Data Analyst

Beiersdorf; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Supply Chain Data Analyst, where you will support the Demand Planning team by analyzing data to forecast demand and improve inventory management. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your analytical skills while contributing to the efficiency of supply chain operations. You will collaborate with team members to identify trends and provide insights that drive data-driven decisions. With a focus on continuous learning and development, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Defined contribution Pension

Private medical & dental insurance

Discounts on products

Qualifications

• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or Python/R.
• Ability to analyze complex data sets and identify trends.

Responsibilities

• Gather and clean data from various sources for analysis.
• Conduct preliminary analyses to identify trends in demand data.
• Create and maintain reports and dashboards for stakeholders.

Skills

Excel

SQL

Python/R

Data Visualization (Tableau, Power BI)

Statistical Analysis

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Proactive Mindset

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

The Supply Chain Data Analyst role is a support role to our Demand Planning team, you will support the analysis and interpretation of data to help forecast demand and improve inventory management. Your primary responsibility will be to assist in gathering, cleaning, and analysing data from various sources, ensuring accuracy and relevance. You will collaborate with team members to identify trends and patterns that inform our demand planning processes. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your analytical skills and gain hands-on experience in data analysis, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our supply chain operations.

Your Tasks

Data Collection and Cleaning: Gather data from various sources, ensuring it is accurate, complete, and formatted correctly for analysis.

Data Analysis: Conduct preliminary analyses to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in demand data, providing insights that support demand forecasting.

Reporting: Create and maintain regular reports and dashboards that summarize key metrics and findings for the Demand Planning team and other stakeholders.

Collaboration: Work closely with team members to understand their data needs and provide analytical support for ongoing projects and initiatives.

Forecasting Support: Assist in the development of demand forecasts by analysing historical data and market trends, contributing to more accurate planning.

Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for improving data collection and analysis processes, helping to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.

Documentation: Maintain clear documentation of data sources, methodologies, and analytical processes to ensure transparency and reproducibility.

Ad-hoc Analysis: Respond to ad-hoc data requests from team members and stakeholders, providing timely and relevant insights as needed.

Learning and Development: Continuously develop your analytical skills and knowledge of demand planning processes, tools, and best practices.

Stakeholder Communication: Communicate findings and insights effectively to team members and other departments, ensuring that data-driven decisions are well-informed.

Your Profile

• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software such as Excel, SQL, or Python/R for data manipulation and analysis.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to create reports and dashboards.
• Basic understanding of statistical concepts and methods used in data analysis and forecasting.
• Ability to analyse complex data sets, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure data accuracy and integrity in analyses and reports.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team and collaborate with various departments.
• A proactive mindset to identify issues and propose data-driven solutions to improve demand planning processes.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain clear documentation of data sources, methodologies, and processes.

Preferred

• Experience in FMCG
• 1 year+ in a Supply Chain or Sales role (preferably in a similar role)

At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin and Elastoplast.

This is a 6 month Fixed Term Contract

Additional Information

We offer a competitive salary along with an annual bonus (subject to conditions). Other benefits include:- Defined contribution Pension, Private medical & dental insurance, Discounts on products.

We embrace Diversity and Inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all of our applicants – regardless of race, gender, age, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation & gender identity, disability, cultural, ethnic or national origins.