<div><span id="docs-internal-guid-b7dc9988-7fff-661d-eacf-b203ee0657a1"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">We are looking for a Data Analyst to join our Kitchen & Bathroom Data Reporting Team based in Northampton. This role focuses on continuous improvement, both within the role itself and through reporting outputs and projects. The successful candidate will work with the customer experience team to develop improvements and create reporting mechanisms to track the impact of these changes. The goal is to drive operational efficiency gains, enhance customer satisfaction, and reduce costs.</span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">This role is Mon-Fri, with hybrid working.</span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><ul><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Responsible for the collation of data, sorting, studying/analysing, report creation and development, preparation, circulation and evaluation of sales, delivered sales and financial reports. This role will also require data entry by the job holder.</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To support the development of business cases, specific report writing, budgeting preparation and ROI cases ensuring a return on capital will be achieved (where necessary).</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To track remedial spend (by associated areas) to within agreed expenditure limits and ensure spend is analysed.</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To ensure that costs are apportioned and where appropriate cross charged to other departments and suppliers. Where necessary, visits and/or discussions will be held to discuss root cause and impact.</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To support the compiling of monthly performance Reporting Analysis and Board reporting. </span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To analyse, in detail, the performance of the stores, Installers and Installation Managers’ to identify trends, provide lead and lag indications of success and to provide data that allows a change of direction, if required.</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To support post implementation review of new initiatives to ensure they are performing as intended.</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To understand the risks and opportunities associated with installation data and financial management and make sure these are fed back and reflected in forecasts.</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To use data from stores and Customer Service to meaningfully inform the department to make future decisions.</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Contribute to the maintenance and development of our installer database </span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To ensure we continue to deliver competitive pricing integrity through competitor indexing, commercial analysis/benchmarking, forecasting and impact modelling of price changes.</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Maintain competitor price trackers and report updates on a regular basis. </span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To work cross-functionally to develop and implement initiatives in support of the company strategy and business plan</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">To liaise with both internal and external stakeholders to support DIFM Reporting Team processes and ways of working</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Understanding the operational needs and business goals of the company </span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Collecting relevant data from within the company and from clients </span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Creating databases for data storage and future access </span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Adhering to company policies and legal requirements in relation to data collection</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Analysing data through a variety of statistical methods and models, from spreadsheets to graphs</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Tracking the progress of operational changes that are implemented across the company through key performance indicators </span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Contribute to enhancing existing reports to increase efficiency and effectiveness</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Work closely with operational leads to verify and communicate accuracy of data</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Document and develop new data processes</span></font></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><strong>What are we looking for:</strong></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><ul><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Work experience as a reporting analyst or in related field (1 year minimum)</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Google Sheets experience</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Full working knowledge of the Microsoft platform</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Educated to degree level with spreadsheet and analytical skills</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Experience within an Installation retail/service/commercial function</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Good attention to detail, process driven and methodical</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Flexibility and the ability to work on more than one task</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Experience using statistical and database software</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Strong multitasking and time management skills</span></font></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><strong>What can we offer you?</strong></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">You’ll be supported with fantastic learning and development and have the opportunity to grow and develop your career with us.</span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes</span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><ul><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Competitive bonus</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Save-as-you-earn scheme</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Contributory pension scheme</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Colleague discount</span></font></li><li><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership, cycle to work scheme</span></font></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Our widely recognised wellbeing strategy is something we’re proud of at Wickes. As part of this, we offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education & loans, and access to parental, menopause and fertility support.</span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">By giving you the support you need to do well at work, and the flexibility to make life work for you. We are giving you a career that doesn’t put your life on hold. Where you can be yourself, do your best work, and make a positive difference every day.</span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">We recognise the value of bringing our teams together to collaborate, support each other and build on our amazing culture. We are also encouraging our teams to work flexibly, with a blend of remote / office working.</span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><strong>About Us:</strong></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">Wickes is a multi-channel retailer operating in the home improvement market. With 50 years in industry, Wickes now generates revenue in excess of £1.6bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.</span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;">But it is the Wickes culture that we are really proud of. It's a collaborative, down to earth, fun and inclusive environment where people feel part of a winning team. All our colleagues come from different backgrounds, but what we all have in common is a determination to succeed and a passion for being the best we can be. If that sounds like you, we’ll make you feel right at home.</span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><font face="Arial, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><br></span></font></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br></p><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Vacancy Reference #</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Please contact us </span><a href="https://www.wickescareers.co.uk/reasonable-adjustments" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.wickescareers.co.uk/reasonable-adjustments&source=gmail&ust=1665218416227000&usg=AOvVaw2727RLDdu25CVf4RaodB8R" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">here</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"> if you require any adjustments within the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage you will have an opportunity to inform us when we invite you to interview. Please note, this link is only for reasonable adjustments required - general enquiries, or direct CV applications cannot be accepted via this form.</span></div>