Junior Data Analyst

RKW Limited
Stoke-on-Trent
5 months ago
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RKW is hiring for a Junior Data Analyst to take on a new role within our expanding Sales & Business Development division.


The position will involve assisting the Head of one of our key Channels, working cross-functionally with other internal teams and liaising with customers as required.


The Junior Data Analyst will collate sales data through various retail portals to analyse and interpret data into actionable decisions and strategic planning to assist the Channel Head and wider Team to ensure we achieve growth and maximise all opportunities, both online and in-store. In addition, a key part of this role is to analyse all lines to understand what is driving the sales, i.e. content, pricing structure, market activity around this category.


Key Responsibilities

  • Data Collection and Management: Identifying, collecting, and organizing data from various sources to ensure what is relevant to drive sales on online platforms and also in bricks & mortar stores.
  • Reporting: Preparing comprehensive reports that explain data findings and their implications for business objectives.
  • Strategic Support: Working with the Channel Head and the wider Team and other stakeholders to translate data insights into informed strategic decisions.
  • Customer Visits: Undertake store visits in order to understand RKW’s current brand exposure versus competitors in-store and compile findings in a clear way to form an action point to lead into dialogue with the Account Managers.
  • Account Meetings: Attend customer meetings and support the Account Manager with the relevant data analysis to assist with range reviews and listings of new products, ensuring a productive and informative meeting.
  • Support to Channel Head: Support the Channel Head with daily, weekly, and monthly data information, as well as compiling relevant presentations and collating information from the Team.
  • Accounts: Potential to take on a selection of your own accounts as agreed by the Channel Head.
  • Ad Hoc Support: Provide additional support as requested by the Channel Head.

Requirements

  • A related Degree-level qualification is a distinct advantage, along with 1-2 years’ expected experience in a data analysis focused role
  • A good understanding of Microsoft packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Power BI would be a strong advantage.
  • High attention to detail, with an ability to oversee and prioritize multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Capability to work both independently as well as in a cross functional team environment
  • Desire to continue to learn and grow professionally
  • This is a hybrid role with 2/3 days per week in the office – this can vary due to customer meetings etc.

Ideal Attributes

  • Results‑driven attitude; a self‑starter who thinks and participates effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to articulate her/his views crisply and convincingly.
  • Takes action: proactive and resourceful in solving problems, making decisions and executing on goals.
  • Owns results – follows through on commitments, takes responsibility, and produces quality results.
  • Proactive and happy to work on own initiative.
  • Strong work ethic.
  • Good team player。

Salary & Benefits

  • Hybrid working options available
  • 25 days’ annual leave
  • Free parking on all sites
  • Staff discount on all our products
  • Employee Assistant Program
  • Refer a Friend Scheme
  • Training and development
  • Eye care allowance
  • Exclusive discounts on cinema, holidays, days out, eating out and much more
  • Long service incentives and rewards

Come and join us to celebrate 35 years of business –
If you feel you have the right background and experience to carry out this busy role, we look forward to hearing from you, please apply now via this link or send a cv directly to


Notice to agencies. R K Wholesale Limited (the Company) will not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, search firms, or independent agents for this available role. Resumes submitted without specific vacancy authorisation and valid signed agreement in place will become the sole property of the Company. Therefore, no fee will be payable should a candidate be hired as a result of an unsolicited agency, search firm or independent agent’s referral.


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