Data Analyst

Buyers Edge Platform; Vianen; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop and mobile phone

Company car or mobility allowance

25 vacation days

Holiday allowance

Job summary

Real Result, part of Buyers Edge Platform, seeks an F&B Data Analyst to translate large data sets into strategic insights for clients and internal teams. You will build dashboards, analyze trends, and provide data-driven recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.

The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, data quality management, and delivering timely analyses that drive measurable cost savings for clients in the foodservice sector.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of data analyst experience.
• Strong SQL and Excel.
• Experience with Power BI or Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis & Reporting: develop, maintain and automate dashboards and KPI reports.
• Trend & Market Analysis: identify consumption trends and cost fluctuations.
• Advisory: advise clients and management based on data-driven insights.

Skills

SQL

Excel

Analytical thinking

Business acumen

Education

BSc/HBO in relevant field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

As an F&B Data Analyst, you are at the center of complex challenges within the food and beverage industry. You translate large volumes of raw data, such as sales figures, inventory movements, consumer trends and production data, into clear strategic insights and concrete action points for our clients and internal teams.

Our company is based out of Vianen, Utrecht (NL). We are unable to offer work sponsorship for this role.

Who we are:

At Real Result, we are the independent purchasing experts for the dynamic foodservice industry. We help our clients maximize their procurement, whether it's through volume discounts, purchasing optimization, real-time cost price insights, or the realization of commercial kitchens and bars. We are looking for talent that helps our clients achieve their ambitions. Since 2025, Real Result has been part of Buyers Edge Platform, a digital procurement network/software platform for the foodservice industry that connects operators, distributors, and manufacturers. The platform offers group purchasing services, SaaS-based technology solutions, and supply chain consulting and procurement-related services to foodservice parties with the aim of reducing costs and improving supply chain decisions through data-driven technology. As a Buyer at Real Result, you are the linchpin in strategic purchasing processes. You work closely with various leading players in the sector, from hospitality to catering and from Leisure to on-the-move. Our client base is diverse and impressive. Think of names like Ron Blaauw, Perfect Serve, Albron, Beerze Bulten, Vue Cinemas, Koninklijk Theater Carré, and many others.

Your impact:

• Data Analysis & Reporting: Develop, maintain and automate dashboards, KPI reports and analyses tailored to the food and beverage market.
• Trend & Market Analysis: Identify consumption trends, seasonal effects and cost fluctuations within the F&B sector.
• Advisory: Proactively advise clients and management based on data-driven insights to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
• Data Quality Management: Safeguard the quality, integrity and reliability of supplied and processed data sources.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders to implement client-specific data solutions.
• Accuracy and timeliness of delivered dashboards and analyses.
• Measurable cost savings or efficiency gains realized for clients based on your recommendations.
• Successful adoption and use of data tools by end users.

About you:

• Education: Vocational (MBO) or bachelor's (HBO) degree in (Business) Mathematics, Data Science, Econometrics, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Experience: 2 to 5 years of relevant work experience as a data analyst or in a similar role, preferably within the Food & Beverage, FMCG or retail sector.
• Technical skills:
• Excellent command of SQL and Excel.
• Experience with visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Competencies: Strong analytical skills, results-oriented, communicative (able to translate complex data into understandable language for non-technical stakeholders) and commercially aware.

What We Offer:

• A market-based salary aligned with your knowledge and experience, plus an attractive benefits package, including 25 vacation days, holiday allowance and flexible working hours.
• Laptop and mobile phone.
• Company car or mobility allowance
• Excellent benefits and development opportunities.
• Room for initiative and personal growth within an innovative and ambitious organization.
• An inspiring work environment with passionate colleagues from the industry.