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Base pay range
£90,000 per annum + £5,688 car allowance per annum + company bonus
Hybrid working-60% at our Head Office, Swindon
Happy to consider flexible working
You must have the right to work in the UK on a long term ongoing basis, we are unable to sponsor individuals for this role.
About us
More than 22,000 retailers rely on us as the UK's leading newspaper and magazine wholesaler. With nightly miracles delivered by an extensive network of distribution centres, we have more roles than you realise. One look at our heritage tells you that we’re as good as our word – we have a reputation built on security, reliability, and delivering on promises. Right now, we’re excitingly looking to the future and all that means for our customers and our people’s careers.
About the role
We are embarking on a significant transformation journey, modernising our data and analytics landscape by moving from legacy platforms to a modern cloud-based stack centred on Snowflake and Power BI.
To lead this strategic shift, we are seeking a Head of Analytics Platforms—an influential, and delivery-focused leader who can define how analytics operates across the organisation and ensure we extract maximum value from our data.
This is a senior strategic role that requires strong thought leadership, stakeholder management and the ability to set direction for both business-facing analytics and offshore engineering teams. You will shape our analytics strategy, ensure high-quality insight generation, and create a data-driven culture that supports decision-making at all levels.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a new role as we implement & embed brand new technology platforms supporting business transformation.
About you
* Proven experience leading analytics or data insight functions within a transforming organisation.
* Strong strategic mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and set company-wide direction.
* Understanding of modern data platforms and cloud architectures—particularly Snowflake.
* Hands‑on knowledge of reporting and visualisation tools Power BI.
* Experience working with offshore engineering or development teams.
* Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
* Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into analytical solutions that deliver measurable value.
* Experience in delivering large‑scale data platform migrations or cloud transformation programmes.
* Knowledge of data governance frameworks and enterprise data management.
What we can offer you
Not only do we offer free onsite parking, life assurance, private medical insurance and 5% match pension but you’ll also have access to:
* £5,688 per annum car allowance
* Company bonus
* Company funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
* 24/7 E‑Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities
* Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan
* Private medical insurance
Experience a career that’s as good as we say it is. One filled with people, pride, passion, opportunities, loyalty and care. Apply now.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Analyst, Information Technology, and Other
Industries
Wholesale
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