Operational Systems Analyst

We are looking for a new Trade Operational Systems Analyst to act as a conduit and point of contact between Information Systems and Trade Depots and Support functions to address their needs, improving efficiency and accuracy in processes and reporting

This is a permanent job based from our office 4 days per week with 1 day working from home. We are flexible on this person being based from our office in Howden, Yorkshire, Croxley Park in Watford or Raunds in Northamptonshire.

What will I be doing:

• Provide key support to the Depots and Support Departments regarding Stock and Processes.
• Reconciles data and analyses information
• Identify business process improvements and work with IS to develop these
• End User acceptance testing of new Processes & Developments
• Adopt a systematic approach to eliminating possible causes of failures.
• Identify areas where improved processes would drive efficiencies and potentially cost savings throughout the division and work with IS to implement.
• Working with IS to develop and manage robust scenario tests pre go live and monitoring performance post go live.
• Required to travel to business units as and when required in line with business needs and expectations. This means flexibility in working arrangements
• Travel with overnight stays sometimes with short notice is required.
• Developments are often detailed, complex and specialised with costs in excess of £1m per annum

What we need from you:

• Working in a fast-paced commercial environment
• Data extraction analysis and manipulation
• Experience of quickly adapting to new systems to be able to understand at different levels
• Advanced Excel & Microsoft Office
• Highly analytical with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate
• Ability to deep dive into issues and solutions but also provide concise overview for the benefit of colleagues and management.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to changing priorities

What we can offer you:

• Competitive basic salary plus Bonus
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Staff Discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

How to apply

Good luck with your application.  Before you apply, please speak to your manager, so that they are aware of your interest in this role.  You will also need to attach a CV as part of your application.  Please take note that this advert is a summary of the main duties and responsibilities and may be subject to change.  If you have any questions or need further support or information, please contact the Hiring Manager, Jo Hare, or Holly Gibbins, Recruitment Advisor.