Overview
Performance & Absence Analyst role at Next. Based at our E3 Warehouse, South Elmsall. Permanent opportunity, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday shift. Starting from £12.94 per hour (Circa £27,000 per annum). Location: South Elmsall, Pontefract, UK.
Life at Next Distribution: Next is a FTSE-100 retailer employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We are at the cutting edge of Warehousing and Logistics, with a large distribution network and a busy operation that supports millions of customers and stores.
About The Role
We are looking for a Performance & Absence Analyst to collate and report on data across all departments in Next Distribution. Reporting to the Performance & Absence Compliance Manager, you will design and implement solutions to monitor, track and report on key performance and absence measures.
Responsibilities
* Create triggers for absence, performance and error management across NDL, hold weekly conversations with relevant stakeholders for each site & HR ensuring compliance.
* Respond to ad hoc queries relating to performance, absence and error management and implement solutions.
* Maintain performance data for agency team players and determine which team members should be offered positions within Next.
* Compile and maintain training hours data for review of opportunities for improvement.
* Review and report on team member shift conformance.
* Compile the weekly Optimisation pack (performance and absence by site, opportunities for improvement in hours usage across sites, holiday usage, long-term sickness, timecard compliance, PWW compliance).
* Automate tasks with formulas, queries or scripts to reduce manual work.
* Provide senior stakeholders with data and analytical insights to support key decisions across the business.
* Evaluate team members in probation and provide insights for appropriate actions.
* Engage with stakeholders and build strong working relationships.
* Maintain knowledge of warehouse management policies for operatives.
* Enhance analysis and reporting of current people data to support decision making around people initiatives.
* Analyse Oracle reports to recognise errors and opportunities for improvement.
* Create Talent Snapshot dashboard reports with HR.
* Support managers & HR with ad hoc data for investigations.
Skills/Knowledge/Experience
* Advanced knowledge of Excel or Google Sheets.
* Ability to plan and prioritise workload and meet tight timescales.
* Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
* Good personal time management and ability to meet deadlines.
* Ability to critically analyse data and provide recommendations to support senior management.
* Technical skills with datasets across different sources and formats; data analysis experience.
* Experience with Business Intelligence packages and software (e.g., Microsoft Power BI, Tableau) and SQL reporting tools.
* Calm under pressure and able to work to short deadlines.
* Proactive in identifying opportunities for innovation; focused on continuous learning and growth.
* Strong data visualisation skills to present trends and KPIs for decision makers.
* Experience with databases and data analysis; previous BI and data analysis experience.
* Great work ethic and a motivated team player attitude.
About Us
You know Next, but we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and a global online presence with stores and online capabilities in many countries.
Benefits & Team
* Sharesave scheme
* Discounts on NEXT and partner brands
* Generous bonus scheme for many roles
* Restaurants with great food and on-site parking
* Staff shop discounts and online benefits platform
* Financial wellbeing resources and Apprenticeship opportunities
* Support networks and employee networks
* Discretionary benefits subject to change
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and provide workplace adjustments if necessary. For adjustments, email Recruitmenthelpdesk@next.co.uk or call 01977 327 900.
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