Business Data Analyst

REFRESCO; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with annual bonus

28 days holiday

Office near Rotterdam

NS Business Card / commuting allowance

OpenUp access for you and family

Job summary

Refresco is seeking a Business Data Analyst to connect business needs with scalable data solutions across Europe. You will translate requirements into practical analytics, document KPIs, and partner with Data Engineers and external partners to deliver scalable data platforms.

You will work in a fast-paced, international setting, with fluent English and strong stakeholder management skills. The role offers a modern Rotterdam-area office and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Business, IT or Data Analytics.
• At least 5 years in Business/Data Analysis or similar roles.
• Experience translating requirements into data/analytics solutions.

Responsibilities

• Bridge between business stakeholders and Data & Analytics teams.
• Analyse, document, and prioritize KPIs, reporting needs and requirements.
• Translate business needs into functional specs and designs.
• Lead stakeholder alignment and drive solution adoption.
• Collaborate with Data Engineers, Analytics Engineers and partners.
• Define data sources and rules, ensuring alignment with standards.

Skills

Business Analysis

Data Analysis

Requirements gathering

Stakeholder management

Agile/Scrum

SAP ECC/S/4HANA

Snowflake

Power BI

dbt

English communication

Education

Bachelor degree

Master degree

Data Analytics

Tools

SAP ECC/S/4HANA

Snowflake

Power BI

dbt

Job description

Career Opportunities: Business Data Analyst (17605)

As Business Data Analyst, you will play a key role in creating value across Refresco by connecting business needs with scalable data and analytics solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand their challenges, define clear requirements and translate them into practical solutions that support better decision-making.

Your stakeholders will range from headquarters and regional teams to local businesses across Europe. Working alongside both business and technical teams, you will contribute to a variety of initiatives and projects, turning complex challenges and promising ideas into tangible outcomes.

What you will be doing

• Act as the bridge between business stakeholders and the Data & Analytics team.
• Analyse, challenge and document business requirements, processes, KPIs, and reporting needs.
• Translate and structure business requirements into functional specifications and solution designs.
• Facilitate stakeholder alignment and decision-making throughout the lifecycle, from requirement intake to solution adoption and continuous improvement.
• Work with Data Engineers, Analytics Engineers, Solution Architects, and external implementation partners to deliver scalable data solutions.
• Define business rules, KPI definitions, and reporting requirements.
• Identify data sources and data dependencies across SAP and other business systems.
• Support prioritization and qualification of Data & Analytics initiatives.
• Ensure solutions align with Refresco data standards and architecture.

What you will bring

• Bachelor/ Master degree in Business, IT, Data & Analytics, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in Business Analysis, Data Analysis, or a similar role.
• Strong experience in translating business requirements into data and analytics solutions.
• Experience with data analysis, profiling, and identifying patterns in datasets.
• Experience with SAP (ECC or S/4HANA) and understanding of business processes in manufacturing, supply chain, finance, or procurement.
• Working knowledge of data and reporting platforms, preferably including Snowflake, Power BI, and dbt.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum environments.
• Strong facilitation, stakeholder management, communication, and analytical skills.
• Able to challenge and structure ambiguous business requirements.
• Experience creating functional designs, process flows, and business requirements documents.
• Pragmatic, solution-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• You enjoy working in an international environment with diverse teams.

Behind every drink is a team that makes it happen. Join ours.

What we offer you.

At Refresco, we believe that your work should be rewarding, both professionally and personally. That’s why we offer you:

• Competitive pay with eligibility for an annual bonus
• No personal pension contribution – your pension is fully paid by Refresco
• 28 days of holiday (based on full-time employment) to recharge and enjoy your time off
• Continuous opportunities to develop yourself, with access to tailored courses, interactive e-learnings,
• Free access to OpenUp for you and your family members, supporting mental well-being and personal development
• A modern office nearby the vibrant city of Rotterdam
• Fun and connection through regular events organized by our enthusiastic Fun Committee
• Opportunities for professional development and training to help you grow in your career
• An NS Business Card or commuting allowance, making your journey to the office more convenient
• Memorable moments together, from our weekly shared Thursday lunches to annual events like Wellbeing Week, the Christmas dinner, and our Holding trip.
• A culture shaped by our core values: entrepreneurial, passionate, agile, responsible and excellent.

Recruitment process

To ensure a fair and thorough selection, an assessment may be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

In case of any questions with regards to the position, you may reach out to Yasimin Harput (Corporate Recruiter Group/HQ)

Important to know: We are currently unable to offer relocation support for this position. Candidates must be based locally in The Netherlands.