Lead Analyst

Lead AnalystLocation: Solihull (Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office)Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience)

THE COMPANY

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading automotive business that has become a trusted name in its industry. Known for its innovative approach to customer solutions, the company is looking for a passionate and experienced Lead Analyst to take full ownership of reporting and insights within its dynamic logistics function.

If you're searching for a role where you can shape and scale a BI function in a growing organization, manage a team of 3 then this could be your next challenge!

THE ROLE

As the Lead Analyst , you will play a pivotal role in driving the company's data-driven decision-making process. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will take ownership of the BI function and lead a talented team of BI professionals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering Insights: Create and maintain real-time dashboards that provide key operational and performance insights for the center department.
• Ownership: Act as the go-to expert for all things BI across the business, supporting stakeholders from both technical and non-technical backgrounds.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of BI analysts, ensuring high-quality output and fostering professional development within your team.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, and IT, to ensure data solutions align with business goals and improve efficiency.
• Scaling the BI Function: Identify opportunities to optimize processes, introduce new tools, and expand the reporting capabilities of the organization.

This is a role that offers autonomy and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing business.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Strong BI Expertise: Extensive experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI (other tools also considered).
• Leadership Experience: Proven track record of line management, mentoring, or leading a team of BI professionals.
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels, simplifying complex data insights for non-technical audiences.
• Analytical Mindset: A results-driven approach with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Coding Skills: Proven experience working with large data-sets using SQL and preferably Python/Databricks.

THE BENEFITS

In addition to the opportunity to lead a high-impact function, the role comes with:

• A competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience).
• Hybrid working, offering a balance of office collaboration and home flexibility (3 days in the office).
• A chance to work in a forward-thinking and supportive environment that values innovation and professional growth.

HOW TO APPLY

Register your interest by sending your CV to Daniel Abbasi via the apply link on this page.