HW are working with a leading distribution business to appoint a Head of Data & Analytics to lead a small, high-performing analytics team and help shape the organisation’s data strategy.
You will be responsible for turning complex data into actionable insights that drive business decisions, optimising processes, and enhancing data capabilities across the organisation. The role blends technical expertise with strategic thinking and leadership, including team mentoring, stakeholder collaboration, and the practical use of modern data platforms such as Microsoft Fabric.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in SQL, Python, R, or similar tools, a solid understanding of data warehousing and ETL processes, and a proven ability to communicate insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a pragmatic, proactive professional with 5+ years in data analytics, including at least 2 years in a leadership role, ideally within a mid-sized enterprise, to make a tangible impact on business performance.