Productivity Analyst

Job description

Here at Iceland we’re different. We care. We’re not a dull stuffy corporate. We’re one big team. A diverse group of people who get stuck in and work together. If this is how you like to work then please read on.

We are looking for a Productivity Analyst to join our Workforce Management Department where you will be a crucial part of a well-established, supportive and high-performing team.

Purpose of the role:

You will take ownership in supporting the delivery of our Programme of Works by measuring and modelling our in-store processes and maintaining the Labour Model.

You will do this by consistently:

·  Gathering and analysing data to identify patterns and provide meaningful insight
·  Supporting the wider team in maintaining the Labour Model
·  End to end management of work measurement projects
·  Identifying and documenting Retail processes
·  Measuring Retail processes and productivity
·  Modelling and validating the impact of the Measurement
·  Identifying where Retail processes and ways of working can be changed/optimised to add value and improve productivity & efficiency
·  Educating Stakeholders to ensure understanding and increase their knowledge, clearly summarising the output of your work
·  Producing Labour Standards to derive a Standard Minute Value (SMV) for each process/task
·  Completing Activity, Efficiency and Role work measurement studies
·  Visiting our Retail stores for measurements, audits, and validation

What we are looking for:

·  Experience in gathering and analysing data and being able to convey information to others in a simple and meaningful way
·  Excellent computer literacy with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
·  Mathematical with a focus on accuracy in managing data
·  Proficient level of competency in SQL Data
·  Being able to manage a work measurement project efficiently
·  High degree of critical thinking to solve complex problems
·  Willingness to continually learn and develop with an outstanding work ethic
·  A strong attention to detail with a "doing it right" attitude
·  Effective planning, being structured and organised with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
·  Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
·  Growth mindset with a solution focussed approach
·  Resilient attitude with the ability to work in a face paced and changing environment
·  Confident communicating with stakeholders at various levels within the business
·  Full UK Driving License. Flexible and able to travel within the UK, as well as overnight stays when necessary

Desirable skills:

·  Experience/knowledge on Retail processes
·  Degree level education or proven business experience in relevant area
·  Knowledge and experience of work study methodologies application
·  Experience of producing engineered labour standards
·  Background in Productivity, Industrial Engineering or Workforce Management
·  Experience of using Lean methodologies / Six Sigma methodology

Make a difference to your career, we expect a lot but you’ll get a lot back in return. We will help you grow and develop your career and give you the freedom to show that you really care.

Alongside this we can offer you:

·  15% discount in Iceland stores
·  30% discount at Club Individual Restaurants
·  33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
·  Pension (NEST)
·  Free onsite parking
·  Onsite electric car charging ports
·  Subsidised staff restaurant and Costa Coffee
·  Christmas vouchers
·  Refer a Friend Scheme
·  Christmas Savings scheme
·  Discounted dry cleaning
·  Long service awards