<p><strong>Why join us</strong></p> <p>Joining the Argos Analytics team at Sainsbury's means being part of a transformative environment where data is leveraged to drive impactful change. As a Commercial Analyst, you will have the opportunity to work with one of the most exciting and complex data sets in the country, unlocking its potential to shape commercial strategies and drive business success. In an inclusive and agile setting, you will be encouraged to bring your analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, and strategic thinking to the forefront, collaborating with stakeholders and delivering data-driven insights that make a real difference in the hands of millions of customers across the UK.</p> <p><strong>What you'll do</strong></p> <p>As an Analyst within the Argos Commercial Analytics team, you will be at the forefront of leveraging data to drive strategic commercial decisions and enhance profitability. Your role will involve analysing pricing strategies, evaluating product trends, and developing data-driven insights that inform business decisions and contribute to the overall success of the organisation. Through your analytical mindset, technical proficiency in SQL and either R or Python, and strategic pricing analysis skills, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, create actionable insights, and drive measurable business transformation through effective communication and stakeholder engagement. Your focus on efficiency, automation, and continuous learning will play a crucial role in shaping the future of commercial strategies at Sainsbury's.</p> <p><strong>Who you are</strong></p> <p>As a Commercial Analyst for Sainsbury's Argos team, you are a highly analytical and strategic thinker with a passion for leveraging data to drive commercial success. With a keen eye for detail and a talent for uncovering insights from complex data sets, you excel in developing data-driven pricing strategies, conducting competitor analysis, and designing KPI frameworks to enhance profitability and business impact. Your technical proficiency in SQL and statistical tools like R or Python, coupled with your strong communication skills, allows you to collaborate effectively with stakeholders, present compelling data stories, and drive measurable business transformation through actionable insights and strategic analysis.</p> <p><span><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span>High level experienced user of SQL and some experience with Python</span></li> <li><span>Relevant technical experience in Snowflake.</span></li> <li><span>Understanding and examples of implementing analytical skills and statistical technique like of pricing elasticity, regression analysis, forecasting, and/or predictive modelling</span></li> <li><span>Strong storytelling and stakeholder engagement skills.</span></li> <li><span>Past commercial analytics experience / Pricing Analyst experience</span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>Preferred Experience:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span>Previous experience of BI tools (e.g. Tableau or Business Objects) and AWS</span></li> <li><span>Past experience on Competitor & Market Analysis/Promotional Impact Evaluation</span></li> <li><span>Experience working with third-party tools related to retrieving competitor data.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Please note that this job advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.</strong></p> <p>LI-JH1</p>