Technical Data Analyst (Commerical Ops)

Wiq

By bringing the best of Woolworths Group and Quantium together to make data driven decisions, we strive to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow for our customers and team. Quantium is a world-class data science and advanced analytics business, and through this partnership, we’ve created a new business called wiq who will harness the best of Woolworths Group and Quantium to reimagine retail by solving the most complex problems using data and analytics. As a team, we leverage Agile ways of working to help our team develop their skills while also making sure our team is focusing on solving the most complex problems for both our customers and team.

What you’ll do | Hei mahi

We're seeking a commercially-minded, technical Data Analyst to help support the operation and evolution of our high use, high impact commercial analytics platform to drive positive commercial outcomes.

The team works closely with the WWNZ Commercial leadership and Category teams. The ideal candidate will have a well-rounded skillset in SQL, Python and Excel to deliver robust analytical solutions and diagnose complex data issues.

Specifically, the role involves:

• Operation and evolution of business-facing toolkits (Excel front end, dbt & Python backend).

• Execution of data pipeline refreshes, development of new features and contribution to ongoing continuous improvement roadmaps.

• Debugging and resolving tooling errors, prioritizing solutions and ensuring thorough testing.

• Monitoring tool inboxes and resolving stakeholder queries.

• Ensuring high-quality technical work, adhering to best practice for robust analytical solutions.

• Collaboration with wider analytics teams (NZ, AU and India) and stakeholders on wider analytics initiatives.

What you’ll bring | Hei koha

You'll harness your strong Excel, SQL, Python and dbt expertise in a small squad of technical analysts to deliver high-impact analytical solutions.

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• At least 2 years working experience in analytics (preferably commercial)

• Proficient in writing and understanding complex SQL queries. Working knowledge of data modeling and engineering principles are beneficial.

• Well versed in Python (Pandas, Numpy etc) and GitHub workflows.

• Strong Excel skills including functions, macro-driven automation and data visualisation. Experience with VBA and Google Sheets is beneficial.

• Familiarity with commercial processes in the retail or FMCG industry is highly beneficial, but not mandatory.

• Strong attention to detail, ability to communicate findings clearly, and eagerness to learn and contribute to team projects

• Tertiary qualifications in relevant disciplines like Statistics, Data Science, or Computer Science are preferred.

What you’ll experience | Ngā Huanga

The purpose of the wiqNZ team is to unlock the power of data to imagine retail, which contributes to making Kiwis’ lives a little better every day.

Our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do and we’re always looking for ways to support your career journey and reward great work:

• A commitment to flexibility through a hybrid working model which combines time spent at a support office or hub and time working from home, supporting both in-person connection and balancing the flexibility that remote working provides for our teams

• High-impact role supporting our teams who enrich our communities.

• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.

• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including 24/7 access to the Sonder app.

• A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you.

• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.

Endless possibilities with the Woolworths Group

We’re a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’

Here you’ll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.