Data Analyst

To manage requests in all elements data changes, and the identification of any data quality rules associated in delivering business data changes

To own and maintain the structure and contents of Wickes Product Information Management system (PIM)

To ensure that work coming into the department is prioritised checked for accuracy, and all queries answered before updates are made effective

To ensure tasks carried out in the department are completed in a timely & efficient manner maintaining the highest level of accuracy

To provide support and advice to Commercial and Web/Marketing with regards to the many and varied tasks that arise

To commit time to IT development and engineering teams and where applicable take on the role of a ‘product owner’ for Data Management where tools and functionality is required to benefit the development of the working function

To continually challenge existing processes and systems to deliver a more efficient and profitable operation

To ensure delivery of objectives

To enhance the reputation of the department for quality and high level of service

Developing and managing workflows in the creation & maintenance of product & structural data in support of the Group Data quality Strategy and providing support in delivering  initiatives

The role requires innovative working, out of the box thinking and a common sense approach to ensure that work is completed in an accurate, timely and efficient manner, ensuring that all trading functions throughout the business can continue to operate efficiently and profitably

The systems, procedures and data sets are complex, requiring high attention to detail in conjunction with a robust, pragmatic and results driven approach

This role requires the ability to work with initiative, applying good logic to problem solving and ensuring all end user implications are covered

Training will be provided in areas such as Talend, Hybris and PIM, but a good working knowledge of data structuring tools is important

In managing requests, the role requires the ability to plan and prioritise tasks and providing updates and results highlighting data quality issues

Actively seek and identify opportunities to improve efficiencies across the Department seeks and values feedback from peers & colleagues 

This role will require a high level of analytic skill drawing on industry / consumer trends, customer feedback and web analytics to forge a best practice approach in delivering data change requests

The job holder will need to be able to grasp complex data relationships and assess the integrity of information and act accordingly to both prevent errors and ensure the highest levels of accuracy possible

Business critical workload planning, system development and working with developers  

Extensive administration or retail experience

Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills

Highly organised, methodical and has high attention to detail

IT project experience would be an advantage

Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines

Self-motivated and able to problem solve

Highly proficient in IT systems - MS Applications

Ability to understand and write technical documentation

Experience with MS Office and data programs

Familiarity with administrative duties

Experience using office equipment

Typing speed and accuracy

Excellent knowledge of correct spelling, grammar and punctuation

Confidentiality

Organization skills, with an ability to stay focused on assigned tasks

Office based role as it requires constant communication with Commercial teams and adhoc meeting inside the team