<!-- Introduction --><div class="feature-text"><h2>About the job</h2><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;">We’re excited to be building a brand‑new Resource &amp; Optimisation team at cardfactory and we’re looking for a<strong style="font-weight:700;">&nbsp;Retail Labour Planning Analyst</strong> who is a curious, analytical thinker, eager to question the norm and help shape how we use data to support our retail workforce planning. Joining a small, close‑knit team where your ideas genuinely matter, this is a brilliant opportunity to influence how the function operates, bring fresh thinking, and make a tangible impact on the way we work. Based at our Support Centre in Wakefield, this is a hybrid role (2–3 days a week on site) that gives you the opportunity to make a real impact across our stores.</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">What You’ll Be Doing:</strong></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;">This role centres on managing, analysing, and interpreting workforce data to help drive accuracy, clarity, and smart decision‑making across our retail operations. It involves extracting and manipulating data, maintaining a high standard of accuracy, producing clear and actionable reporting, and identifying patterns or anomalies that need attention. There’s a strong focus on supporting forecasting activity, partnering with operational teams, resolving data‑related issues, and challenging existing processes to make them better. Curiosity is key — asking why, digging into the detail, and spotting opportunities to improve how we work will play a big part in your success.</p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><br></p><p style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"><strong style="font-weight:700;">What You’ll Bring:</strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:10px;"><li style="font-size:inherit;">Strong Excel capability, confident working with and manipulating data.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">A naturally curious mindset with a willingness to question existing processes.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">Ability to turn complex data into clear, simple insight.</li><li style="font-size:inherit;">A collaborative approach and readiness to contribute to a small, growing team.</li></ul></div><!-- Apply Button --><a href="https://careers.cfjobs.co.uk/members/?j=31929&amp;lang=en&amp;" class="btn btn-apply apply_bottom">Apply<i class="fas fa-chevron-right" aria-hidden="true"></i></a>