Senior Business Analyst

JOB DESCRIPTION

Based within our Supply Chain & Logistics division and reporting directly to the Senior Manager D&SP you will own the core datasets Semantic Layer and reporting automation that underpin D&SPs forecasting capacity and labour-planning decisions. As an individual contributor you will play a central role in transforming our planning capabilities and driving self-service insights across the function.

You will reduce manual analysis by automating recurring deep dives (MAPE/WMAPE Forecast Forum monthly reporting) and building self-service insight this role you will expand D&SPs remit beyond forecasting into end-to-end planning optimisation including line scheduling decant and datecoding while building analytical models to support scenario planning S&OP and production-scheduling decisions.

Core Responsibilities

• Owning and evolving D&SPs core datasets and Semantic Layer (dbt/Databricks) to support trusted self-service reporting and analytics

• Automating recurring reporting performance analysis and insight generation including WMAPE/MAPE deep dives Forecast Forum packs and monthly reporting

• Building and maintaining analytical models and tools for scenario planning S&OP and production-scheduling decisions

• Driving the evolution of planning tools by identifying automation and optimisation opportunities

• Leading root-cause investigations into forecast inaccuracy quantifying financial impact and recommending fixes

• Running Forecast Forum and similar cross-functional sessions coordinating actions across D&SP Data Science Material Planning and Menu Planning

• Partnering with Data Science and engineering teams to scope and prioritise tech-enabled forecast improvements

• Supporting high-priority ad-hoc planning requests such as new-market SKU feasibility retail-partner demand tooling and stock transfer tools

• Exploring and applying AI/LLM-based approaches to reduce manual analysis and move toward an AI-enabled planning function

• Mapping operational dependencies and constraints as D&SPs scope expands into line scheduling decant and datecoding

Who You Are

• Proficient in SQL and experienced with cloud data platforms like Databricks or dbt with exposure to designing or working with Semantic Layers and data models

• Possessing basic knowledge of Python or Apps Script for building simple automation and analytical tools

• Strong in quantitative reasoning comfortable with forecast error metrics (MAPE/WMAPE) scenario modelling and cost-benefit analysis

• Knowledgeable in AI and LLM concepts and how they can be applied to reduce manual reporting and analysis

• Experienced in partnering with data science and engineering teams to translate business needs into technical requirements

• Skilled in stakeholder communication and facilitation including running forums and presenting findings to senior stakeholders

• A structured problem solver in ambiguous cross-functional and operationally complex environments

• Equipped with supply chain forecasting or production-planning domain knowledge (a strong plus)

Additional Information :

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time