Job Description

We're looking for a

Data & Reporting Analyst

to join our team!

Who we are:

We know our people are the heart and driving force behind all our success. That's why we proudly hold the Investors In People Gold Award. At Bazaar Group we know that people are the secret to our success.

Founded in 2005, we began our journey in Northumberland, UK with a simple yet innovative idea: redefining the humble beanbag. In 2022 we now have a distribution center in Hamburg, Germany allowing us to service Europe, bringing us one step closer to achieving our ambitious growth plans.

Now, here's the exciting part - we're not stopping there and that is where you come in.... With big dreams, and even bigger plans, we're on the lookout for passionate individuals who are ready to contribute to our ambitious growth plans.

To learn more about us, head to https://linktr.ee/bazaar_group

Why Bazaar Group:

Be part of a high-growth business that is at a pivotal time in putting brand and creativity at the centre of everything we do - with bold plans, global reach, and a genuinely exciting product roadmap.

We're not just selling beanbags. We're building a brand that makes comfort cool, and we're growing fast across the UK and Europe.

What you'll be doing

The Data & Reporting Analyst will provide accurate, timely, and insightful reporting to support decision-making across the business. The role will focus on maintaining and developing regular reports and dashboards, troubleshooting issues, and responding to ad-hoc requests for data and analysis.

Working closely with the Finance Business Partner, the role will also provide support on budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, ensuring that both finance and wider business teams have the information they need to operate effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting & Analysis:

Maintain and update a suite of Power BI reports and Excel-based reports. Ensure regular business reports are delivered accurately and on time. Handle change requests and troubleshoot reporting issues, escalating to the Data Engineer or third parties where needed. Produce ad-hoc reports or dashboards and respond to data requests from across the business. Review sales and profitability performance and feed insights into relevant teams.

Data & Systems:

Work with the Data Engineer to maintain clean and accurate data feeds. Assist in maintaining definitions, data maps and reporting documentation. Support troubleshooting of data quality or system issues impacting reports.

Finance Support:

Support the preparation of financial analysis - including commercial strategies and adjustments, forecasts and variance analysis through collating and validating accurate data. Work closely with the Finance Business Partner to enhance the budgeting process and the strategic support provided to business leaders.

Requirements

Essential:

Advanced Excel skills including complex formulas, PivotTables, Power Query. Experience with data modelling and visualisation tools (preferably Power BI). High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to prioritise workloads and manage recurring reporting deadlines with accuracy and reliability. Clear and confident communicator who can explain data to non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable:

Experience with SQL or willingness to learn. Experience using Fabric and familiarity with data pipeline and ETL concepts. Experience working with financial data (budgets, forecasts, P&L). Exposure to data governance and reporting best practices.

Personal Attributes

Analytical mindset with a problem-solving approach. Self-motivated, able to work independently while adapting to evolving business needs and shifting priorities. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Proactive learner, committed to developing data analysis skills and staying up to date with evolving best practices and technologies. Approaches work with a collaborative mindset and can-do attitude, building effective relationships across the business.

Perks, Benefits & more:

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays + the ability to buy additional annual leave 35% staff discount + frequent staff sales for exclusive discounts 2 paid charity days so you can give back to your community Hybrid working patterns Enhanced parental, family and carers' leave including fertility support Access to tailored Learning & Development pathways, plus professional memberships and training through organisations like ILM and CIMA Enjoy numerous staff social events throughout the year Enhanced pension scheme and Life Assurance for added peace of mind Comprehensive company healthcare cash plan Access to a wide range of employee wellbeing initiatives and benefits

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion:

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Bazaar Group values diversity and believes that a variety of perspectives enrich our team and contribute to our continued success.

We proudly offer a

guaranteed interview

to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you consider yourself to be disabled, and would like to request any

reasonable adjustments

to support your application for careers at Bazaar Group, please get in touch at hr@bazaar-group.com or call the HR team on 01670 330399. We'll look forward to speaking to you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cramlington NE23 1WQ