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FP&A Analyst £60,000-£70,000 (DOE) Liverpool City Centre Hybrid (3 office / 2 home) 6 Month Contract Are you a commercially minded FP&A Analyst who loves turning data into insight and insight into action? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well?established, high?performing organisation at the heart of Liverpool's vibrant retail sector. If you thrive in a fast?paced environment, enjoy partnering with senior stakeholders, and want to make a visible impact from day one, this role will suit you perfectly Why You'll Love This Role You'll be joining a business with a strong brand, a collaborative culture, and a clear growth agenda. As part of a dynamic finance team, you'll play a key role in shaping performance, driving profitability, and supporting strategic decision?making across multiple operations. This is a hands?on, high?visibility role where your analysis will directly influence commercial outcomes. Key Responsibilities You'll take ownership of a broad range of FP&A activities, including: Financial Planning & Analysis Supporting the budgeting and forecasting cycle across multiple divisions Producing monthly performance packs , KPI dashboards, and variance analysis Delivering insightful commentary to senior leadership and operational teams Commercial Business Partnering Working closely with retail, leisure, and operational managers to understand performance drivers Providing analysis on sales trends, footfall, pricing, and margin performance Supporting investment appraisals, business cases, and scenario modelling Strategic & Operational Insight Identifying risks, opportunities, and performance improvement areas Enhancing reporting tools, processes, and financial models Supporting long?term planning and strategic initiatives What You'll Bring Strong FP&A experience, ideally within retail, leisure, hospitality, or multi?site environments Excellent analytical skills with the ability to simplify complex data Confident communicator who can influence and challenge stakeholders Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability A proactive, commercially curious mindset What's on Offer £60,000-£70,000 depending on experience Hybrid working - 3 days in the Liverpool city centre office, 2 days from home 6 month contract A supportive, forward?thinking team and a role where your impact is genuinely felt

This well-established business based in Coventry who is looking to strengthen their commercial finance team with the skills of an experienced commercial Finance Analyst to join the team on an interim basis. This role see you take responsibility for the weekly reporting of financial performance, sales analysis and commentary for the board report, as well as providing detailed KPI reporting for the entire business. Providing senior staff with information relating to their performance against budget, you will also analyse key variances in order to ensure continued accuracy of the weekly figures as well as providing the commentary and insight to help budget managers perform better - giving you the ability to make a measurable impact at a commercial level of the success of the business. This role will see you getting 'out and about' in the business in your effort to add value and effectively business partner budget managers and other operations staff, therefore a proactive approach, engaging communication style and a commercially-focussed candidate is needed. Ideally you will - Be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) - ideally with experience within retail or FMCG. Be able to confidently gather and organise business requirements in terms of information, KPI requirements and dashboard reporting. Have experience working in a similar role using your macro and Power BI skills to manipulate data. Confidently communication skills to support you in building strong client relationships with financial and non-financial stakeholders. In Return, you will - Have flexibility and autonomy in your role, allowing you to recommend and implement specific changes designed to help you make effective commercial impact in your particular business area. Work in a friendly, flexible and supportive environment with additional perks whilst working on site. Gain experience working within a successful fast paced environment within a well established company. Have the opportunity take on a permanent post within the business after 6 months. This senior role is a great position for an experienced accountant to test their business acumen within a successful developing company, this role is available immediately please apply now to avoid disappointment.

FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER - RETAIL WIMBLEDON - 2 DAYS OFFICE / 3 DAYS HOME - PERMANENT £70,000 - £75,000 + BENEFITS JOIN A FAST-GROWING CONSUMER BRAND This is a genuinely exciting commercial finance role for someone who wants to get closer to the action. If you enjoy working with the business, influencing decisions, and seeing your work translate into real commercial results, this could be a brilliant next step. We are looking for a Finance Business Partner / Commercial Analyst to join a high-growth consumer brand based in Wimbledon. This role sits right at the heart of the business, partnering closely with marketing, retail, and operations teams to drive performance and support strategic decision making. This is not a role where you sit in the corner producing reports. You will be involved in conversations that shape the direction of the business. WISH LIST Experience supporting commercial teams with insight and financial challenge Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into clear recommendations Background in retail, consumer, eCommerce or FMCG environments THE ROLE Partner with marketing, retail and operational teams to support performance Provide commercial insight to inform strategic and day-to-day decisions Support budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning cycles Deliver analysis on sales trends, campaigns and product performance Support store performance reviews and commercial initiatives Develop financial models to support investment and growth opportunities Contribute to business case development and evaluation Identify opportunities to improve reporting and commercial insight Help streamline finance processes and drive continuous improvement Present clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholders Support wider FP&A activity as the business scales YOUR PROFILE Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA, CIMA) Effective communicator - written & verbal Good working knowledge of MS Excel Commercially curious with a proactive mindset Comfortable working in a fast-moving, growth environment SALARY & BENEFITS £70,000 - £75,000 + benefits Hybrid working - typically 2 days in the office Permanent role Collaborative culture with strong leadership support and development focus

Do you have previous experience as a SAP business analyst in a logistics, or procurement environment? If the answer is "Yes", then Holcim are looking for someone like you to join and provide dedicated analytical and project support to the Logistics stream within the SAP and BSR transformation programme. Role - Business Analyst Pay - £44k Location- Holcim, Bardon Hill, Coalville LE67 1TD (3 days in the office, 2 remote - likely to be fully onsite 5 days a week when project ramps us) Shift pattern- Mon-Fri, 08:30-17:00 (1 hour unpaid break daily) Duration- 18 months initially with the potential opportunity to go permanent Start date - Asap Responsibilities: Requirements and Process Documentation (35%) Support requirements gathering workshops with logistics stakeholders Document current state (AS-IS) logistics processes across all product groups Map future state (TO-BE) processes aligned to blueprint design Maintain process documentation repository and version control Create process flow diagrams, RACI matrices, and supporting documentation Identify gaps between current and future state; track resolution Testing and Quality Assurance (30%) Develop UAT test scripts based on approved process designs Coordinate User Acceptance Testing with regional teams Execute test cases and document results Log defects, track resolution, and validate fixes Data Analysis and Reporting (20%) Analyse master data requirements for logistics (vehicles,hauliers, tariffs & finances) Support data cleansing and migration activities Develop KPI reporting templates and dashboards Track project risks, issues, and dependencies; maintain RAID log Prepare status reports and presentations for project governance Training and Change Support (15%) Create training materials and user guides for new SAP/TMS functionality Support training delivery to regional logistics teams Develop quick reference guides and job aids Provide first-line support during hypercare period Document lessons learned and best practices Experience needed Essential Qualifications and Experience Expereince of SAP Experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations environment Experience supporting system implementation, process improvement, or transformation projects Strong data analysis skills with advanced Excel capability (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data manipulation) Experience with business process documentation and mapping Excellent written communication skills for documentation and training materials Strong attention to detail and quality orientation Driving licence essential and some travel to other sites will be involved Desirable Qualifications and Experience ERP system experience (JD Edwards, Oracle) Building materials, construction, or manufacturing sector experience UAT testing and defect management experience (JIRA, ServiceNow) Power BI, Tableau, or other BI/visualisation tools Process mapping tools (Visio, Lucidchart, BPMN) Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt or Lean certification Benefits: Advice and editing on your current CV Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role Paid holiday Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts Chance to receive £300 for referring a friend Opportunity for progression into permanent roles Competitive rates of pay Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a team member will be in contact if you meet our requirements. All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical assessment and reference check. Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-known, high-performing retail business for a Senior Treasury Analyst role, offering £60,000-£80,000. This is an exciting opportunity to join a large, consumer-facing organisation with a strong UK presence and growing international footprint. The business is continuing to invest heavily in its finance function, with treasury playing a central role in supporting trading performance, managing risk, and enabling future growth. You will join an established but evolving treasury team in a role that offers both breadth and visibility. Working closely with senior stakeholders across finance, you will be involved in core treasury activities while also contributing to ongoing transformation and improvement initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Managing daily cash positioning and short-term liquidity across multiple entities Supporting the development and accuracy of cashflow forecasting models Monitoring and optimising working capital to support trading performance Maintaining and strengthening relationships with banking partners Supporting FX exposure management, including analysis and reporting Assisting with treasury reporting, controls, and compliance activities Contributing to process improvements, automation, and treasury-related projects Supporting wider strategic initiatives as the business continues to grow What makes this role particularly attractive: Opportunity to join a recognisable retail brand with strong market presence Broad exposure across treasury, with both operational and project-based work High level of interaction with senior stakeholders across finance A fast-paced, commercial environment where treasury adds real value Clear opportunity for progression and development within a growing business This role would suit someone with solid treasury experience who is looking to step into a more senior, well-rounded position within a dynamic retail environment. Experience in retail, consumer, or other fast-paced sectors would be advantageous, but not essential. Location: UK / Hybrid Salary: £60,000-£80,000 + benefits If you're interested, feel free to reach out directly or apply below.

Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a high-impact Finance Business Partner role? Come and join our team to drive profitability and deliver superior commercial analysis for our Showroom business unit.The Role: As a Finance Business Partner, you will become a key member of a dedicated team focused on supporting our commercial and operational groups. The core of this role is to deliver high-quality analysis and reporting that enables optimal decision-making. You will work in close collaboration with FP&A and business partners to enhance profitability within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.As the Finance Business Partner you will need the confidence to build strong relationships, utilise support networks, and deliver excellent business partnering to your stakeholders. We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who can accurately follow procedures while maintaining effective communication across both Finance and Non-Finance teams.Key Responsibilities Act as the primary financial liaison at management and trading meetings, articulating key performance metrics and trends to ensure the business stays on track.Provide valuable, commercially focused reporting to equip stakeholders with the information needed for informed decision-making and margin improvement.Work as a dedicated Finance Business Partner to collaborate with various teams to complete annual planning cycles, including 5-year plans, budgets, and reforecasts.Appraise investment proposals and conduct post-implementation reviews to support the wider business investment strategy.Track key business initiatives and continuously review performance reporting to improve KPI metrics and drive growth.Ensure the highest level of Finance Business Partnering by overseeing the production of monthly management accounts and managing data cleansing to ensure all analytical insights are consistent and accurate.Identify the correct analytical lens for complex requests, ensuring data integrity through expert judgment and experience.Prioritize time toward the greatest value creation for the business, offering clear recommendations to improve margin and working capital.This is a hybrid-based opportunity with true flexibility to work from home 3 days a week, with 2 days in our head office in Crick, NorthamptonshireYou: You'll live and breathe our Customer First ethos, with an innovative and agile approach to problem-solving. You'll enjoy working collaboratively with the wider Finance team and you'll thrive on delivering excellent support to the wider team.Whilst our preference is for someone to be fully qualified in either ACA / ACCA / CIMA, we will also consider more junior applicants who are currently part-qualified and studying with a few exams left to completeSkills and competencies Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills and experience manipulating large data sets; knowledge of SQL and Data Studio is preferred for modern Finance Business Partnering.Proven experience with sales and margin analysis, vendor management, and working capital management.A track record of providing financial challenge and support, with the ability to translate complex data for non-finance stakeholders.Ideally part-qualified and actively pursuing a professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) to progress your career as a Finance Business PartnerBackground in a large company within the FMCG, Retail, or Wholesale sectors is highly desirable.It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Finance Analyst, Finance BP, Finance Business Partner, Finance Partner, Financial Accountant, Finance Analyst, CIMA Qualified, ACCA Qualified, ACA Qualified, FMCG, eCommerce, Online, Digital, Retail, Manufacturing, Building Products, Plumbing & Heating, Construction. Us; From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.

FP&A Analyst Rapid-Growth Womenswear Scaleup Central London / Hybrid The Client We're partnering with a fast-growing, design-led womenswear brand with a strong digital presence on an incredible opportunity to join the team as an FP&A Analyst. The company operates across multiple markets and channels, with a clear focus on brand, product, and community. Following a sustained period of growth, the business is now investing in its systems, data infrastructure, and commercial capabilities to support its next phase of scale. Finance plays a central role, working closely with teams across the organisation to drive performance and support decision-making. The Role This is an incredibly exciting and high-impact opportunity within a developing FP&A function, reporting directly to the Head of FP&A. You will support core planning cycles, performance tracking, and commercial analysis across the business. Joining during a period of transformation, you will play a key role in improving financial visibility, strengthening processes, and supporting the implementation of new systems. This is well suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is keen to take ownership in a scaling business. Key Responsibilities Support the budgeting and reforecasting cycles across P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow Build and maintain financial models, including scenario planning and sensitivity analysis Deliver monthly reporting packs with clear and actionable commentary for senior stakeholders Conduct variance analysis across departments, identifying key drivers and risks Partner closely with Marketing and Commercial teams to track spend, challenge assumptions, and improve performance Own tracking and reporting of marketing spend, ensuring accurate accruals and cost visibility Produce channel and departmental P&Ls, ensuring data is accurate and decision-ready Support ERP implementation and drive improvements across FP&A processes, reporting, and controls What we need to see: 3-5+ years' experience in FP&A, Commercial Finance, or Business Partnering Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, and month-end processes Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, with the ability to build robust models Confident communicator, able to translate financial data into clear insight Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment What we'd like to see: Experience in ecommerce, retail, fashion, fmcg, or equivalent Fully Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) Experience in an SME/Scaleup environment Exposure to BI tools (Power BI, Looker, Tableau) or large datasets The offer: Salary: £ Location: Central London / Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days WFH) If this sounds like you or someone you know, feel free to get in touch with Liz Agatucci At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation. At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

The Information Security Officer will support the safeguarding of the organisation's information assets by identifying risks, monitoring security controls, and ensuring best-practice governance. The role also contributes to incident response, third-party oversight, and ongoing security improvements. It is a hybrid role. You can choose to work in either one of the offices: Manchester, Cardiff, London. Client Details The client is a rapid growing finance service provider, with a strong focus on data protection, operational resilience, and continuous improvement in cybersecurity. They offer a supportive environment with investment in modern tools, frameworks, and professional development. Description Conduct and support information security risk assessments, vulnerability reviews, and the maintenance of the risk register. Work closely with SOC team and infrastructure team for remediation plan Assist with regulatory and audit obligations by preparing documentation and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Maintain and update security policies, standards, and procedures to reflect organisational needs and current threats. Deliver security awareness initiatives and training to promote secure behaviours across the organisation. Perform due-diligence reviews of third-party suppliers and support ongoing monitoring of external security risks. Profile Experience in information security, risk assessment within a regulated or structured environment. Familiarity with security monitoring tools, vulnerability management, and supporting audit activities. Understanding of security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or Cyber Essentials. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical security matters to non-technical stakeholders. Highly organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities with attention to detail. Relevant qualifications (CISM is highly preferred) or certifications (e.g., CISMP, Security+, CISM, CISSP, SC-200, AZ-500) Job Offer Hybrid role: 60% in Manchester, Cardiff or London office 25 days holiday plus birthday off Pension Scheme (8% matched) Life Assurance Private Medical Insurance Gym Memberships Retails discounts

Finance Business Partner - E-commerce Large Multi-Site Retail Group London Hybrid 2 Days in office Salary £42,000 - £48,000 Our client is a large multi-site retailer and we need an experienced Finance Business Partner to join the E-Commerce team and deliver high-quality data & financial insight and support click apply for full job details

Senior FP&A Analyst - 6-Month FTC An experienced FP&A professional is needed to step into a high-impact role partnering closely with senior leadership. You'll own key elements of budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis , turning complex data into clear commercial insight that influences real decisions. Working directly with the Finance Director you'll support operational leaders, build scalable reporting, and contribute to executive-level reporting that drives performance. What you'll be doing Partnering with senior stakeholders to provide meaningful financial insight and challenge Owning budget and forecast visibility across key cost areas Developing reporting tools and improving planning processes Supporting monthly C-suite reporting and strategic analysis Turning data into actionable recommendations that influence commercial outcomes What we're looking for: Strong FP&A background with proven business partnering skills Advanced Excel and experience with ERP / planning tools Comfortable working with large data sets and SQL-based reporting tools Confident engaging and influencing senior stakeholders What's on offer Competitive salary Pension and health cash plan Gym contribution and employee discounts Annual bonus opportunity Flexible, collaborative working environment A great opportunity for a hands-on FP&A specialist who enjoys partnering with the business and making a measurable commercial impact. To apply for the role please contact Lucy at Morgan Mckinley on (phone number removed) or click on apply.

Newly created opportunity for a Group Procurement Analyst with a growing global product supplier. The Procurement Analyst will be a pivotal member of the Group Procurement function, delivering actionable insights and reporting across the full procurement spectrum. From spend analysis, cash management to supplier performance and PPV (Part Price Variance). The role will drive data-led decision-making and establish standardised best practices across the group. Midlands Hybrid working options + occasional group travel. World-leading supplier of B2B and B2C products with c700 employees across multiple sites in the UK, Europe, the US and India. With leading brands, innovative products, and a global footprint, they are committed to delivering sustainable solutions that protect public health and work in harmony with nature. Operating in a newly formed Procurement Centre of Excellence function, the Analyst will work with multiple business units and systems while collaborating closely with stakeholders across procurement, operations, finance, and commercial teams. Key Objectives Design, implement, and maintain automated dashboards and data systems across the Group. Provide stakeholders with clear, data-driven insights that enable better and faster decision-making. Promote consistency and standardisation of Procurement practices across business units. Support the development of a data-driven, agile Procurement function. Key Responsibilities: Analytics & Reporting Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and planning tools to support supply chain visibility and decision-making. Provide analytical support for inventory optimisation, cost reduction, and supplier performance improvement. Ensure data accuracy and alignment across systems (e.g., SAP, Dynamics, Power BI) in partnership with IT. Procurement & Performance Lead spend analysis across direct and indirect categories to identify savings opportunities. Deliver commodity insights and market intelligence to support sourcing decisions. Own OTIF reporting and supplier performance metrics (lead times, arrears, quality). Support supplier quality analysis, contract negotiations, and onboarding in line with compliance and sustainability standards. Stakeholder Engagement Act as the central lead for Procurement analytics across the group. Partner with regional and commercial teams to align priorities and drive continuous improvement. Essential Requirements Experience in procurement analytics, demand planning, or inventory management in a complex environment. Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI (or similar tools). Hands-on ERP experience (e.g., SAP or Microsoft Dynamics 365). Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders. Able to manage multiple priorities and deliver results independently Desirable Exposure to commodity markets and supplier performance frameworks. Knowledge of sustainability/ESG in supply chain. Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or retail (multi-site/international preferred). Advanced analytics skills (e.g., forecasting, SQL, Python). Relevant qualifications (e.g., APICS/CSCP, CIPS, Six Sigma). This is a rare and critical opportunity for a Procurement Analyst, driving high-impact solutions that directly support business growth. Full job description available on request. Our client is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applications will be considered. If you would like to learn more, please apply or contact Tim Hill at Technical Placements for an initial chat about the role.

Application Support Analyst Slough Up to £40,000 + 15% Bonus + Benefits Join a leading UK retailer where technology underpins every aspect of customer experience and business performance. In this role, you ll take ownership of application operations across core business systems, including Microsoft Business Central and integrated platforms, ensuring data, processes, and integrations remain stable, secure, and high-performing. You ll manage middleware and API connectivity, oversee service tickets, support project delivery in Azure DevOps, and drive continuous improvement within a collaborative technology team. Key Responsibilities Own and resolve application support tickets with clear communication and accurate results. Manage incidents, requests, and problems against agreed service levels. Support project work, configuration, testing, and deployment through Azure DevOps. Oversee middleware and system integrations to ensure secure and reliable data flow. Troubleshoot APIs including payloads, authentication, and performance checks. Protect data integrity across platforms and address recurring issues. Support structured testing, release and change management processes. Contribute to process and system improvements. Maintain documentation including system guides, knowledge articles, and API references. Collaborate with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Development teams. Technical Experience Experience with middleware or integration platforms (e.g. Mulesoft or similar). Ability to work with APIs (headers, payloads, authentication, performance). Familiarity with Azure DevOps (tickets, sprints, release workflows). Understanding of IT service management practices (incident, problem, change). Knowledge of Microsoft Business Central or other Dynamics applications (advantageous). Proficient with Microsoft 365 and Excel (lookups, pivots, data analysis). Basic SQL or scripting knowledge (desirable). Exposure to merchandising, supply chain, finance, or reporting systems (desirable) . If you re an analytically minded, technically capable operations professional who enjoys solving complex system challenges and improving the way technology supports the business, this role offers the ownership, exposure, and collaboration to make a real impact in a dynamic retail environment.

Finance Business Partner - E-commerce Multi-site Retail Group London Hybrid (2 days office) 42,000 - 48,000 I'm working with a well-known UK retail group (multi-site + fast-growing e-commerce function) looking for a commercially minded Finance Business Partner / Senior Analyst to join their team. This isn't a "step into qualification" role - it's perfect for someone who loves the numbers, the data, and the impact and wants to stay close to the commercial side of the business. This role sits between the Finance teams and sits within e-commerce, marketing, buying and merchandising. What you'll be doing Partnering with E-commerce, Marketing & Buying teams Owning sales, margin & P&L analysis across online channels Supporting growth in click & collect and digital trading Identifying risks, trends, and opportunities in large data sets Challenging stakeholders on spend, performance & profitability Delivering clear, actionable insight to the Head of E-commerce What they're looking for Strong Finance Analyst / Business Partner experience (retail or FMCG ideal) Non current studier - QBE Advanced Excel skills (this is key) Comfortable working with large, complex data sets Confident business partnering across non-finance teams Experience analysing sales, margins, budgets, stock & promotions Someone who enjoys being hands-on, detailed, and commercially aware (No qualification required - this is about experience and impact, not study.) Why it's worth a look High visibility role reporting into Head of E-commerce Genuine influence on trading decisions Broad exposure across digital, stores & supply chain Stable, growing retail group with a lot happening in e-commerce Ideal for someone who wants to own their space and make an impact If you're a strong analyst who enjoys getting into the detail, spotting issues, and partnering with the business. Apply! BH35368

Beauty Stock Analyst Greater Manchester Scaling Brand 30,000 - 35,000 A highly ambitious, fast-growing beauty brand in the heart of Greater Manchester is scaling rapidly, with a strong focus on optimising stock, performance, and profitability. With a turnover of 160m+, this business has built serious momentum and now they're looking for a commercially minded MAA, Assistant Merchandiser or Data Analyst to play a pivotal role as the link between stock, merchandising, and finance. If you're in merchandising and feel ready to step away from the "same old" cycle, this is a unique opportunity to apply your analytical skillset in a more dynamic, insight-led environment while opening longer-term pathways into commercial focused careers. The Opportunity: This is a highly collaborative, commercially impactful role where you'll work closely with merchandising, trading, logistics, and finance teams to drive smarter decisions across the business. You'll take ownership of stock insight across eCommerce, retail stores, and wholesale partnerships ensuring the business is trading as efficiently and profitably as possible. What You'll Be Doing: Build, maintain and enhance Excel models used across finance, merchandising and operations Analyse large datasets to identify trends, risks, gaps, and commercial opportunities within the stock file Take ownership of total business stock, highlighting where the business is under or overstocked and flagging this to the relevant teams across operations, merchandising, finance and product Support and develop reporting frameworks into and out of Power BI Produce regular reporting to support operational and financial performance Identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities through detailed analysis Clean, validate and structure data to ensure accuracy and usability Use advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookups, data manipulation) to interrogate data Translate raw data into clear, actionable insights Alongside this, you'll develop a deep understanding of: Product splits, category mix, and sub-categories Core trading KPIs including cover, commitment, margin, uplift, cash performance, and rate of sale Daily, weekly, and monthly performance tracking to drive real-time decision-making About You: Strong Excel skills are essential Experience in a commercial data environment (Fashion, Beauty, FMCG) Background in merchandising (MAA / Assistant Merchandiser) or data analysis Confident working with large datasets and drawing meaningful conclusions Strong attention to detail and data accuracy Proactive, curious, and confident challenging or highlighting risks Comfortable working onsite in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Able to communicate insights clearly across multiple teams BH35790

Data Analyst (Excel & Operational Insight) Cheadle Onsite 30,000 - 35,000 + wide range of benefits/discounts Retail/FMCG This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, high-volume business operating within the retail and FMCG space. The organisation is scaling rapidly, with data sitting at the heart of decision-making across the business. Working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, you'll play a key role in turning data into actionable insights that drive efficiency, improve performance, and support commercial decision-making across multiple teams. The Role Build, maintain and enhance Excel models used across finance and operations Analyse large datasets using Excel to identify trends, inconsistencies and opportunities Produce regular, Excel-based reporting to support operational and financial performance Identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities through detailed data analysis Clean, validate and structure data within Excel to ensure accuracy and usability Use advanced Excel functions (Pivot Tables, Lookups, data manipulation) to interrogate and interpret data Manipulate and transform raw data into structured formats suitable for reporting and analysis About You Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, Lookups, data manipulation) are essential Experience working with data in a commercial environment (Retail or FMCG preferred) Degree in a numerical or analytical field (e.g. Maths, Economics, Data, Business) is advantageous Confident working with large datasets and drawing meaningful conclusions Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and integrity Proactive, curious and comfortable working in a fast-paced, onsite environment Able to communicate insights clearly and support decision-making across teams What's on Offer 30,000 - 35,000 salary Fully onsite working environment Staff discounts and additional benefits Opportunity to develop strong, practical Excel and data skills Clear progression as the business continues to grow Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production Finance HR & Talent H&S & Compliance Marketing, Digital & Technology Property & Centre Management Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations Senior Appointments & Exec Sales Supply Chain & Logistics BH35729

Commercial Analyst Slough Up to £45,000 + £6.5k Car + Up to 15% Bonus + Benefits Join one of the UK s most established retail organisations, operating nationally with a strong reputation for quality, customer experience, and product design. With a large store footprint and growing online presence, the business continues to invest in data and analytics to drive smarter commercial decisions across the organisation. This is an opportunity for a Commercial Analyst to play a key role in delivering actionable insights across sales, inventory, and customer performance. Working closely with senior stakeholders, including board-level leadership, you ll transform complex retail data into clear commercial reporting that supports strategic decision-making. Why apply: Board-level exposure: Deliver reporting and insights that directly support senior leadership decisions. High-impact analytics: Work with large retail datasets covering sales, stock, and customer performance. Modern BI environment: Utilise Microsoft s BI stack to build dashboards, reporting models, and automated insights. Cross-functional influence: Partner with finance, operations, and marketing teams to improve commercial performance. Strong benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonus, private healthcare, and long-term partnership benefits. Growth opportunity: Develop within a data-driven retail organisation investing in analytics and reporting capability. What we re looking for: SQL querying and relational database experience Power BI dashboard development and data visualisation Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft BI stack experience Report development using tools such as Power BI or Report Builder Data modelling, data extraction, and dataset manipulation Retail data analysis (sales, inventory, customer metrics) Experience working with large datasets and automated reporting solutions If you re a data-driven analyst with strong BI and SQL skills looking to influence decision-making within a major UK retail business, this role offers the visibility, tools, and commercial impact to take your analytics career to the next level.

Finance Business Partner - E-commerce Large Multi-Site Retail Group London Hybrid 2 Days in office Salary 42,000 - 48,000 Our client is a large multi-site retailer and we need an experienced Finance Business Partner to join the E-Commerce team and deliver high-quality data & financial insight and support. You will be a bit of a pro when it comes to large sets of Data and have large retail, FMCG or Pharmaceutical background. Reporting into the head of E-Commerce, they need a strong Analyst to connect the dots & alert for whats ahead. Our client requires someone with extensive experience in Excel, VBA, Power Query & Power BI. Our client is a large, complex Retail Group with a large e-commerce platform & stores across the UK & Ireland. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on data management and enjoys working with spreadsheets, while also business partnering across stakeholders to gain insight and up to date changes. Skills required: Essential: Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis). VBA, Power Query & Power BI experience ideally E-commerce or retail / product pricing experience Desirable: Familiarity with Power Query, basic formulas, auditing, or light data transformation workflows. Interest in learning about data pipelines, integrations and automation. Python or SQL experience Finance Qualifications up to PQ - but not essential Duties include: Leading monthly forecasting, variance analysis and financial modelling Automate data processes where possible using advanced Excel functions or VBA. Use advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, pivot tables, Power Query, data validation, conditional logic) to transform, clean and prepare data. Build and manage complex Excel spreadsheets for pricing analysis, margin tracking, and promotional planning. Business partner with a wide range of teams across Finance, Marketing, Distribution Centres Present weekly reports to senior stakeholders You will also: Support and work closely with the head of E-commerce & partner with Finance, marketing and distribution teams to maintain strong relationships between all departments Support the creation of streamlined data processes, so updates made in one area flow cleanly into others. Assist with mapping data between systems (e.g., ERP, PIM, CMS, marketplace feeds). Help maintain master data files and support the development of a 'single source of truth.' This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to play a key role in e-commerce team. You'll have the chance to shape processes and work on exciting data projects that drive business growth. BH35368