Job Specification: Systems & Procurement Data Analyst
About Us
We are a leading plumbers' merchant supplying trade and retail customers with quality plumbing, heating, and bathroom products. With a growing branch network presence, focused on providing excellent service while using data to make smarter decisions.
Role Overview
As a Systems & Procurement Data Analyst, you will support the business in gathering, analysing, and reporting on data to help improve sales, stock management, and customer service. This is an entry-level role ideal for someone with strong numeracy skills, an eye for detail, and an interest in data-driven decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
· Collect, clean, and organise sales, stock, and customer data from internal systems.
· Produce regular reports for branch managers, sales teams, and senior management (e.g., sales by product line, slow-moving stock, margin analysis).
· Support pricing and promotions analysis to ensure competitiveness and profitability.
· Assist in forecasting demand to help optimise stock levels.
· Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) across branches.
· Work with commercial and operations teams to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
· Maintain data accuracy and ensure reporting is consistent across the business.
· Support ad-hoc analysis projects (e.g., branch performance, supplier negotiations).
Skills & ExperienceEssential
· Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
· Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, charts).
· Good attention to detail and accuracy.
· Strong communication skills to explain findings clearly to non-technical colleagues.
· Organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Desirable
· Experience with Business Intelligence Software.
· Previous experience in a retail, trade, or distribution business.
· Understanding of stock management and sales processes.
What We Offer
· Competitive salary.
· Training and development opportunities (including data analysis tools).
· Career progression within the commercial or data teams.
· Staff discount on products.
· Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Life insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Belfast BT1 2NX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person