Business Data Analyst

Birmingham
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Business Data Analyst - Supply Chain & Purchasing | Birmingham

Our client, a well-established organisation in the retail, wholesale, and distribution industry, is seeking a skilled Business Data Analyst to join their Birmingham-based Purchasing & Supply Chain team. This is a hands-on role where you will use data to drive smarter buying decisions, improve efficiency, and reduce costs across procurement and logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities

Collect, analyse, and interpret supply chain, procurement, and inventory data

Produce accurate and timely reports/dashboards using advanced Excel and Power BI

Identify trends, risks, and opportunities in supplier performance, demand forecasting, and cost management

Support the Purchasing & Supply Chain team in evidence-based decision-making

Ensure data integrity across all purchasing, logistics, and supply chain reporting

Present clear findings and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels

Contribute to process improvements that enhance operational and distribution efficiency

Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, or purchasing analysis (essential)

Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables, lookups, macros, modelling)

Experience with Power BI or similar BI/reporting tools

Strong analytical mindset with commercial awareness

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Ability to translate data into actionable business recommendations

Highly organised, detail-focused, and proactive

What's on Offer

Opportunity to join a supportive and growing retail & supply chain business in Birmingham

Clear career progression within the purchasing, operations, and business analytics function

Ongoing professional development and training support

Competitive salary, pension scheme, and employee benefits

Regular team-building and company-wide events

Who We're Looking For
A motivated professional with hands-on experience in supply chain or procurement analysis who can combine operational knowledge with data analytics to deliver measurable business impact.

Location: Birmingham
Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain | Retail & Distribution | Wholesale | Consumer Goods
Job Title: Business Data Analyst - Supply Chain & Purchasing

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