Business Data Analyst - Supply Chain & Purchasing | Birmingham

Our client, a well-established organisation in the retail, wholesale, and distribution industry, is seeking a skilled Business Data Analyst to join their Birmingham-based Purchasing & Supply Chain team. This is a hands-on role where you will use data to drive smarter buying decisions, improve efficiency, and reduce costs across procurement and logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyse, and interpret supply chain, procurement, and inventory data

• Produce accurate and timely reports/dashboards using advanced Excel and Power BI

• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities in supplier performance, demand forecasting, and cost management

• Support the Purchasing & Supply Chain team in evidence-based decision-making

• Ensure data integrity across all purchasing, logistics, and supply chain reporting

• Present clear findings and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels

• Contribute to process improvements that enhance operational and distribution efficiency

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, or purchasing analysis (essential)

• Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas, pivot tables, lookups, macros, modelling)

• Experience with Power BI or similar BI/reporting tools

• Strong analytical mindset with commercial awareness

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

• Ability to translate data into actionable business recommendations

• Highly organised, detail-focused, and proactive

What''s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a supportive and growing retail & supply chain business in Birmingham

• Clear career progression within the purchasing, operations, and business analytics function

• Ongoing professional development and training support

• Competitive salary, pension scheme, and employee benefits

• Regular team-building and company-wide events

Who We''re Looking For
A motivated professional with hands-on experience in supply chain or procurement analysis who can combine operational knowledge with data analytics to deliver measurable business impact.

Location: Birmingham
Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain | Retail & Distribution | Wholesale | Consumer Goods
Job Title: Business Data Analyst - Supply Chain & Purchasing