Due to department growth, a fantastic opportunity has become available for a Commercial Analyst. Benefits include 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays, Paycare - A Healthcare Cash Plan (Discounts available and access to a 24-hour Doctor), access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), up to 5 days extra unpaid holiday available at a salary sacrifice and free car parking. 

You will be working for a well-established organisation based within the manufacturing and distribution industry and they have been established for 30+ years based in Tamworth.

As the Commercial Analyst, you will be understanding all the critical elements of the commercial department.  

As the Commercial Analyst, you will:​

Market Data Harvesting – work with the external sales team to gain reliable market data to be used when launching new products and reviewing existing product performance

Develop and maintain effective methods of storing and analysing relevant market information

Product Performance Analysis – under the supervision of the Commercial Manager track and report on the progress of new & existing products identifying progress against targets and distributing to all relevant departments

Slow & Obsolete Stock – review stock levels vs. turnover, identify and review slow-moving items and propose corrective actions.  As part of the New Product Introduction process, identify lines at risk of becoming obsolete and influence the phase-out such lines and ways of influencing stock holding to mitigate risk against future stock issues

System Data maintenance - maintain and manage customer price files within the system. Including promotions and pricing adjustments

Stock management- Take responsibility for reviewing stock levels against forecasts and performance. Generate reports for management and other departments

New Product Validation – Take responsibility for reviewing the Commercial viability of new products being developed by the Product Development department. Key areas of focus around target pricing/costs, margin expectations as well as forecasts

Support the whole of the Commercial Department and offer cover for all areas when needed

As the Commercial Analyst, you will have:

Previous experience working in a similar position

Knowledge of using Vlookups on Excel, however, this is not essential 

Excellent written and verbal communication, excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel

You may have experience in any of the following: Administrator, Commercial Assistant, Data Analyst, Product Launch Specialist, Excel Data Administrator, Data Support Co-ordinator, Product Launch Co-ordinator, Excel Specialist, Product Administrator, Product Analyst, Product Co-ordinator, Stock Controller, Stock Administrator or Data Intelligence

The salary is between £30,000 to £35,000 depending on experience plus a fantastic range of benefits