Data Analyst - Excel & Operational insight

Zachary Daniels Recruitment
Cheadle, Borough of Stockport
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Data Analyst (Excel & Operational Insight) | Cheadle | Onsite | £30,000 - £35,000 + wide range of benefits/discounts | Retail/FMCG

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, high-volume business operating within the retail and FMCG space. The organisation is scaling rapidly, with data sitting at the heart of decision-making across the business.

Working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, you'll play a key role in turning data into actionable insights that drive efficiency, improve performance, and support commercial decision-making across multiple teams.

The Role

Build, maintain and enhance Excel models used across finance and operations

Analyse large datasets using Excel to identify trends, inconsistencies and opportunities

Produce regular, Excel-based reporting to support operational and financial performance

Identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities through detailed data analysis

Clean, validate and structure data within Excel to ensure accuracy and usability

Use advanced Excel functions (Pivot Tables, Lookups, data manipulation) to interrogate and interpret data

Manipulate and transform raw data into structured formats suitable for reporting and analysisAbout You

Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Lookups, data manipulation) are essential

Experience working with data in a commercial environment (Retail or FMCG preferred)

Degree in a numerical or analytical field (e.g. Maths, Economics, Data, Business) is advantageous

Confident working with large datasets and drawing meaningful conclusions

Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and integrity

Proactive, curious and comfortable working in a fast-paced, onsite environment

Able to communicate insights clearly and support decision-making across teamsWhat's on Offer

£30,000 - £35,000 salary

Fully onsite working environment

Staff discounts and additional benefits

Opportunity to develop strong, practical Excel and data skills

Clear progression as the business continues to growZachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics

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