Warehouse Labour Data Analyst

Whistl Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics leader in the United Kingdom is seeking a Warehouse Labour Data Analyst to ensure efficient labour planning and operational performance at its Northampton and Wellingborough sites. The role requires strong data analysis skills and the ability to forecast and optimise workforce resources. You'll support operational decision-making through data-led insights, ensuring service levels and cost control during fluctuating volumes. Join a growing warehouse operation and make an impactful contribution to efficiency and service delivery.

Benefits

Annual leave enhanced with long service

Company Pension

Health cash plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in labour planning and workforce optimisation.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills.
• Experience within a fast-paced logistics or distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyse historical and live data to forecast labour requirements.
• Monitor productivity and efficiency through WMS and labour systems.
• Produce performance reports on labour utilisation and productivity.

Skills

Data analysis

Workforce optimisation

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Kronos

Reflexis

Job description

We are looking for Warehouse Labour Data Analysts to support our teams at Northampton and Wellingborough sites to play a pivotal role in driving efficient labour planning and operational performance. Using data from our labour management tool and WMS, you will forecast, schedule and optimise workforce resources to ensure service levels are achieved while maintaining strong cost control. You will support the operation through fluctuating volumes and seasonal peaks by aligning labour availability with real‑time demand. This is a key analytical position within the warehouse, supporting both strategic planning and day‑to‑day operational decision‑making. This is an exciting opportunity to influence operational performance through data‑led decision‑making and play a vital role in improving efficiency, cost control and service delivery within a growing warehouse operation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Labour Forecasting & Planning
  Analyse historical and live data to forecast labour requirements.
  Create daily, weekly and monthly labour plans.
  Recommend shift patterns and resource levels to meet SLAs.
• Operational Support
  Work closely with warehouse management to adjust plans in real time.
  Monitor productivity and efficiency through WMS and labour systems.
  Support task prioritisation to maximise throughput.
• Cost & Compliance
  Track labour spend against budget and highlight risks.
  Plan and manage agency flex hours during peak activity.
  Ensure compliance with working time and health & safety regulations.
• Reporting & Systems
  Produce performance reports on labour utilisation and productivity.
  Identify trends and recommend process improvements.
  Support continuous improvement in labour planning processes.

Benefits

• Annual leave enhanced with long service.
• Company Pension.
• Long service rewards: both financial and leave‑based.
• Health cash plan.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Critical Illness cover.
• Access to our prestige benefits and rewards portal.
• Career development opportunities.
• Access to a well‑established Employee Assistance Programme provider.
• And other excellent benefits you'd expect from a market leader.

Requirements

• Proven experience in labour planning and workforce optimisation.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills.
• Experience within a fast‑paced logistics or distribution environment.
• Knowledge of warehouse KPIs and operational workflows.
• Understanding of UK labour legislation and safety standards.
• Proficient in Excel and workforce planning tools (Kronos, Reflexis or similar).
• Experience managing agency labour.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.