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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data & Insights Analyst - **Company:** PZ Cussons - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Big Data, Decision Support Systems, R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Power BI, Standard Sql, SAP (Applications), Powerquery, Microsoft Fabric, Data Analytics - **Published:** August 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fc3584e6f5b1ff6b ## About the Role * Proven experience in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Supply Chain Analytics or a similar insight-focused role. * Strong Power BI expertise, including dashboard development, data modelling, Power Query and DAX. * Advanced Excel and SQL skills, with the ability to work confidently with large and complex datasets. * The ability to turn analysis into clear recommendations and influence stakeholders at different levels of the organisation. * Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of how data impacts customer performance, profitability, service and operational outcomes. * A naturally curious mindset with a passion for problem-solving, continuous improvement and data-driven decision making. * Experience within FMCG, consumer goods, supply chain, forecasting or planning environments would be advantageous. * Exposure to predictive analytics, Microsoft Fabric, SAP, Python, R or AI-enabled analytical tools would be beneficial. ## Description This is an opportunity to shape how decisions are made across our European Supply Chain business. As our Data & Insights Analyst, you'll transform complex demand, customer and supply chain data into clear, actionable insight that helps teams move faster and make better decisions. Sitting at the heart of Demand & Customer Supply, you'll work with colleagues across Planning, Commercial, Finance and senior leadership to uncover opportunities, manage risk and improve performance. You'll also play a key role in advancing how we use data, automation and AI, helping build a more predictive, insight-led way of working for the future. This is a role with real influence. You'll combine analytical expertise with commercial thinking, turning data into stories that drive action and create measurable impact across the business. What You'll Be Doing * Turn data from across demand, customers, promotions and supply chain operations into insights that improve forecast accuracy and business performance. * Spot emerging risks and opportunities early, helping teams make proactive decisions that protect service, revenue, margin and stock availability. * Create compelling dashboards, scorecards and performance packs that give stakeholders a clear and trusted view of what matters most. * Use advanced analytics, predictive techniques and AI-enabled solutions to identify trends, model scenarios and improve decision-making quality. * Simplify and automate reporting processes, reducing manual effort and making insight more accessible across the business. * Partner with colleagues across Planning, Customer Supply, Commercial and Finance to align performance narratives and drive meaningful action. ## Related Videos - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story)