Job Description
Department: Productivity Support Department (PSD)
Location: Stadium Way, South Elmsall.
Salary (£): £29,847 - £41,316 dependent on skills and experience.
Hours: 36 (Mon-Thu 08:00‑16:00 / Fri 08:00‑15:45)
This role supports the processing and reporting of bonus payments across our logistics operations. You’ll help ensure that all bonus data is accurate, processed on time, and aligned with business standards. Bonus payments total over £12 million per year, covering 8,000+ colleagues across:
* Warehousing – Team Members (Site Specific Schemes)
* Warehousing – Grade 3 Managers
* Total Platform Operations
* Regional Service Centres
* Product Quality & Compliance
* Next Furniture Manufacturing
* LGV & Van Drivers
You’ll work closely with your team to maintain data accuracy, prepare reports, and respond to queries from across the business. This role offers great exposure to data analysis, payroll processes, and operational reporting – ideal for someone looking to develop a career in data, analytics, or business operations.
Responsibilities
Bonus and Payroll Support
* Assist in preparing and checking weekly and monthly bonus data for payroll.
* Help ensure payment information is accurate and submitted on time.
* Support the resolution of any bonus or payment‑related queries.
Data and Reporting
* Collect and organise productivity and performance data from multiple sources.
* Support the production of regular management information (MI) and performance reports.
* Maintain and update key reporting files (finance, KPI, MI, Google Sheets, etc.).
* Carry out data checks to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Quality and Accuracy
* Support senior team members with data validation and quality assurance.
* Help investigate and correct data issues or anomalies.
Stakeholder Support
* Work closely with internal teams (Payroll, Finance, Operations) to share and verify information.
* Respond to ad‑hoc reporting or data requests professionally and accurately.
Team Collaboration and Development
* Work as part of a collaborative team, supporting your analysts and the wider team.
* Contribute to process improvements and team initiatives.
Projects and Continuous Improvement
* Assist with small projects and business initiatives when required.
* Suggest ideas for improving data processes and report quality.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
* Good working knowledge of Excel or Google Sheets (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, etc.).
* Organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
* Good communication and teamwork skills.
* Comfortable working with numbers and large data sets.
* Willingness to learn and develop new technical and analytical skills.
* Some experience with reporting, data analysis, or payroll processes (desirable, not essential).
Desirable
* Experience leading and motivating a high‑performing team with proven, time‑sensitive results.
* A background in BI, MI, or developing reports.
* Experience in warehousing / distribution.
* A working knowledge of operatives’ bonus and productivity‑related incentive schemes in Next Distribution or a similar environment.
About Us
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 the market leader in kidswear. With over 500 stores and a global online presence, we continue to grow worldwide.
About The Team
* Sharesave scheme
* 25 % off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria’s Secret products (when purchased through NEXT)
* Generous bonus scheme for many roles
* Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
* Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
* Free on‑site parking
* 10 % off most partner brands & up to 15 % off Branded Beauty
* Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers via our online benefits platform
* Financial wellbeing programme: Save, track and enhance your financial well‑being
* Apprenticeship – grow and develop on the job while gaining a qualification
* Support networks – access to groups that empower and celebrate each other
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. If you need support due to a disability or long‑term condition, please email Recruitmenthelpdesk@next.co.uk (include ‘Workplace Adjustments’ in the subject) or call 01977 327 900.
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