Data Analyst / WMS Specialist
Location: Cheltenham
About the Role
We are seeking a Data Analyst / WMS Specialist to join a fast-paced logistics and warehousing operation supporting a leading global landing gear manufacturing business. This is a key role combining operational data analysis, continuous improvement activities, and support for major systems projects.
The successful candidate will play an important role in analysing warehouse and inventory data, identifying operational improvement opportunities, and supporting the planned implementation of a new Warehouse Management System (WMS) as part of a wider business systems transformation programme scheduled for 2027.
This position would suit either:
An experienced Data Analyst looking to expand into warehouse systems and logistics projects, or
A WMS Specialist with implementation or super-user experience who enjoys working with operational data and driving process improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Data Analysis & Reporting
Develop, maintain and improve operational reports and dashboards.
Extract, analyse and interpret large datasets from warehouse and inventory management systems.
Perform data mining and trend analysis to identify opportunities for performance improvement.
Provide actionable insights to support operational decision-making.
Monitor KPIs relating to inventory accuracy, productivity, service levels and warehouse performance.
Support root cause investigations through detailed data analysis.
Produce regular and ad hoc reports for operational and senior management teams.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve warehouse processes, inventory control and operational efficiency.
Support Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the operation.
Participate in process mapping, waste reduction and workflow optimisation projects.
Measure and report on improvement project outcomes.
Support the implementation of best practices across warehousing and supply chain operations.
WMS & Systems Development
Act as a key site resource for Warehouse Management System development and enhancement.
Support preparation activities for a planned business systems upgrade and WMS implementation programme.
Assist with requirements gathering, process design, testing, data validation and user acceptance testing (UAT).
Support system configuration reviews and operational readiness activities.
Develop and maintain system documentation, procedures and training materials.
Work closely with operational teams, project stakeholders and IT teams throughout implementation activities.
Assist with change management and end-user adoption of new systems and processes.
Skills & Experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience creating reports, analysing data and presenting findings to stakeholders.
Ability to manipulate and interpret large datasets.
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience working in a warehouse, logistics, manufacturing or supply chain environment.
If you are interested in hearing more about this position please call Rachel on (phone number removed) or email me on (url removed)