Summary: The Data Analyst role within the Strategy & Development Team in Edinburgh focuses on leveraging advanced Excel skills to transform retail data into actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making. The position requires analyzing large datasets to optimize store performance and contribute to high-impact projects. This is a fully office-based role with a contract duration of 3-6 months, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and enhance powerful Excel models to assess range and space density changes within retail environments.
• Analyze large volumes of data (at SKU level) to uncover valuable insights and deliver strategic recommendations.
• Partner with the Strategy & Development team to inform decision-making and enhance operational performance.
• Use strong business acumen to apply data insights that influence high-level strategic initiatives.
• Maintain data integrity across various modelling projects, ensuring precision and timely execution.

Key Skills:

• Proven ability with complex Excel functions, formulas, and data analysis techniques.
• Experience handling large datasets (ideally at the SKU level) and translating them into actionable insights.
• Strong commercial understanding, with the ability to interpret data and apply it to real-world business scenarios.
• Detail-oriented, highly numerate, and proactive in solving problems.
• Previous experience in the retail industry is a plus, but not essential.

Salary (Rate): 40000

City: Edinburgh

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other