Who are we, and what do we do? You may not have heard of us, but there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed our products. Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants.
About The Role
We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door – meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and an agricultural network of over 350 farms, spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.
As a Data Analyst you’ll be working on site Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00, joining our Data Engineering team in Brackley.
What will you be doing as a Data Analyst at Avara?
As a Data Analyst your role will enhance business decision-making, operational efficiency, and user productivity by designing, developing, and maintaining reliable data models, reports, and analytical solutions. You will transform raw data into actionable insights, supporting data-driven decisions across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business processes and translate requirements into meaningful data analyses and visualisations.
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable data models and pipelines to integrate and prepare data from multiple sources for reporting and analysis.
- Build and optimise dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI and Fabric to deliver clear and actionable insights.
- Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness through data validation, cleansing, and reconciliation processes.
- Develop and automate recurring reports and data workflows using SQL, Python, and workflow automation tools (e.g., Power Automate, Logic Apps, OIC).
- Conduct in-depth data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for business improvement.
- Support business users with ad hoc data queries and self-service reporting solutions.
- Document data structures, models, and analytical processes to maintain transparency and support knowledge sharing.
- Stay informed on emerging technologies and best practices in data analytics, business intelligence, and automation.
Essential
- Proven experience working as a Data Analyst or in a similar data-centric role.
- Strong understanding of business processes and how data supports decision-making.
- Experience developing reports, dashboards, and data models using modern BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Oracle Analytics Cloud, Business Objects).
- Strong SQL skills (Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle Database).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a methodical approach.
- Solid organisational and documentation skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel & Power BI skills.
Desirable
- Microsoft or Oracle data-related certifications.
- BCS Business Analyst or Data Analyst qualification.
- Experience working with middleware or workflow automation tools (e.g., Power Automate, OIC, Azure Logic Apps).
- Experience with the following technologies:
- Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps)
- Microsoft Azure Data & Integration Services
- Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC)
- Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC)
- Oracle Data Integrator (ODI)
- Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
- Microsoft Data Fabric
The Benefits Of Working For Avara Foods
- £35,000 – £45,000 per annum dependant on experience.
- 31 days annual leave.
- 6% employer matched pension contributions.
- Company life assurance scheme.
- Various lifestyle benefits, such as cashback perks, exclusive shopping discounts from well known retailers, and discounted cinema tickets!
- Wellbeing resources, including free online health advice & support, and wellbeing assessments.
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
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