Data Analyst

THE COMPANY
Ramsden International are an award-winning British Grocery Export Business, proud to supply 24,000+ products to more than 650 customers in 133 countries worldwide.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The purpose of this role is to transform data into meaningful commercial insight that drives informed decision-making across the business. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders at all levels to understand the underlying business needs behind data requests, challenge assumptions, identify risks and opportunities, and deliver clear, commercially focused recommendations.
Acting as a key link between operational teams, commercial functions, and technical data sources, the role is responsible for converting complex and often fragmented data into actionable insight that supports business growth, profitability, efficiency and operational performance. The role requires a commercially minded and analytical individual who can communicate findings clearly, influence decision-making and help embed a data-driven approach across the business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Data Collection & Validation
* Analyse and interpret sales, revenue, margin and gross profit data to identify trends, risks and opportunities that support commercial performance and strategic decision-making.
* Ensure data accuracy, consistency and integrity across reporting processes.
Data Analysis & Commercial Insight
Conduct detailed analysis and statistical modelling to identify patterns, trends and anomalies across the business, including but not limited to:
* Category performance and trend analysis
* Promotional and campaign effectiveness
* Seasonal trend analysis and forecasting
* Claims trend identification and recommendation of corrective actions
* Budget modelling and forecasting support
* Proactive sales performance analysis
* Private Label performance analysis by market to identify growth opportunities
* Identification of new business and market opportunities
Reporting & Dashboard Development
* Develop and maintain automated reports and interactive dashboards using Power BI and other reporting tools.
* Present data in a clear, accessible and commercially meaningful format to support decision-making across the business.
Market & Commercial Strategy
* Provide insight and analysis to support wider commercial strategy, including market sizing, territory performance, customer trends and identification of growth opportunities across individual markets and regions.
Stakeholder Collaboration
* Work collaboratively with operational, commercial and leadership teams to understand business requirements and deliver actionable insight.
* Translate complex data into clear, concise recommendations for non-technical stakeholders.
Continuous Improvement
* Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, data quality, operational efficiency and overall commercial performance.
* Support the development of a data-driven culture across the business.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Techincal Tools
Power Query M | SQL | C# / .NET | Reading Java | HTTP / JavaScript development / CGI | Claude Code use but with demonstrable manual programming ability | DuckDB / Parquet / PostgreSQL | Windows Scripting (.bat / PS1) | Excel Macros & VBA
Technical Skills
* Experience using SQL and/or other relevant coding languages for data extraction, analysis and automation
* Strong understanding of statistical analysis, modelling and forecasting techniques
* Experience developing and automating reporting processes and dashboards
* Proficient in data visualisation and reporting tools such as Power BI, Excel or similar platforms
* Ability to work with large and complex data sets from multiple business systems and sources
Essential Skills & Attributes
* Commercial Awareness: Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify opportunities, risks and performance drivers through data analysis
* Problem Solving: Analytical and solution-focused mindset with a proactive approach to identifying improvements and supporting business growth
* Communication Skills: Ability to translate complex data into clear, meaningful and actionable insights for non-technical audiences
* Stakeholder Management: Confident working with stakeholders across multiple departments and levels of seniority
* Curiosity & Initiative: Naturally inquisitive with the confidence to challenge assumptions, ask questions and drive continuous improvement
* Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail when handling and interpreting data
Ramsden International are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We believe that diversity strengthens our teams, drives innovation, and helps us better serve our customers and communities