Senior Data Analyst

• Iconic Australian owned and operated global retail business
• Must have experience in a Retail Analytics role, leveraging various data sources
• Hybrid role in a vibrant team culture where we embrace pace, encourage new ideas & leadership

Spotlight Retail Group's Analytics & Insight Team, a critical support function for our key brands (Spotlight, Anaconda, and Harris Scarfe), is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Analyst for a 12 months contract role

As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in empowering data-driven decision-making across the business by deeply understanding our customers across all touchpoints, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement through robust testing and measurement, and partnering closely with stakeholders to deliver impactful insights and drive high performance.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead and deliver impactful data-driven solutions: Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the business to identify and solve complex business challenges using advanced analytics techniques (AI/ML, predictive modelling, etc.).
• Develop and deliver insightful reports and dashboards: Extract, transform, and analyze large datasets to generate actionable insights and create compelling visualizations (dashboards, reports) to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.
• Champion a data-driven culture: Drive a culture of data-driven decision making by providing expert guidance and support to business leaders.
• Continuously improve and innovate: Proactively identify opportunities to improve data quality, enhance analytical capabilities, and implement new technologies to gain a competitive advantage.
• Contribute to the development of an Analytics Centre of Excellence: Share knowledge and best practices within the team and across the organization to build a strong foundation for data-driven success.

About You

• Must have 7 + Years of Experience: Proven track record of success in a Retail Analytics role, leveraging various data sources (POS, Loyalty, Campaign, Digital, Supply Chain, etc.).
• Tertiary Qualification: Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Advanced SQL Proficiency: Strong SQL coding skills are essential.
• Data-Driven Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to generate creative solutions to business challenges using data analysis and consultancy skills.
• Data & Technology Expertise: Solid understanding of modern data technologies (Cloud data warehousing, AI/ML, Data Engineering, Data Governance).
• Reporting & Visualization: Working knowledge of dashboarding tools (Power BI, Tableau) and/or Digital Analytics platforms (Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics).
• Strong Communication & Presentation: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills to effectively communicate data insights.
• Data Quality & Accuracy: High attention to detail with the ability to handle incomplete or imperfect data.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactive and innovative approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Strong team player with a collaborative and inclusive approach.

Who We Are

Spotlight Group Holdings (“SGH”) is looking to grow their talented, self-driven, highly entrepreneurial team.

SGH is Australia's largest privately-owned and operated family business, comprising of the Spotlight Retail Group, the Spotlight Property Group, Spotlight Direct Investments and the Spotlight Charitable Foundation.

Comprising of the long term existing iconic brands in Spotlight, Anaconda and Mountain Designs, together with the exciting addition of Harris Scarfe, SRG is acknowledged as the market leaders within the Australian retail Space.

What’s in it for you?

Along with the incredible career growth opportunity of being part of this supportive team, we can offer you

• Competitive Compensation: Great salary, superannuation, profit sharing.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model with flexibility to work from home.
• Growth & Development: Opportunities for career progression, personal development, and access to free online training.
• Employee Benefits: Team discounts, employee assistance program (EAP), gym discounts, and more.

To apply, please complete our online application form and submit an up-to-date resume.

You must have unrestricted working rights in Australia to be considered for this position

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
No agency enquiries or applications please