Head of Analytics

Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential
employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour,
nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.

Why Ocado?

At Ocado Logistics, your well-being is our priority. We are committed to nurturing your holistic development and
ensuring your journey with us is fulfilling. Our comprehensive benefits package includes a healthy work-life
balance, extensive healthcare coverage, competitive salaries, and exclusive employee discounts.

About us:

Ocado Logistics is the beating heart of our UK business, comprising a network of cutting-edge warehouses,
spokes, and offices across the country. Our customer-centric approach is fueled by a passionate team dedicated
to delivering an exceptional shopping experience.

About the role:

Leadership role within Logistics, setting and driving the standards on Analytics, driving further development of our Analytics capability, including the use of Data Science skills and techniques, and supporting the development of our divisional data strategy and its execution.

Managing and leading a large team of Analysts and Analytics managers to provide data and analytics support to other teams in the Ocado Logistics business unit.

Set the agenda with and act as a partner to senior stakeholders across Logistics to drive improvements in their areas through the application of Analytics and Data.

Support and develop a team of Analysts and Analytics Managers, helping them to grow both their technical and business skills. Provide support for the prioritisation of their work and act as a guide and point of escalation when they encounter difficulties.

Lead development of the team’s capability. Actively work to improve ways of working, team retention, individual development, relationships and interactions with stakeholders, governance, process execution and design.

You will be:

1. Driving and developing the Analytics capability within Logistics, including the development of Data Science skills, techniques and use of technology.
2. Line manage a team of Analytics Managers, driving their professional development and motivation.
3. Lead and manage the team to provide data, data analysis, tooling, reporting and data based decision making support to a variety of stakeholders.
4. Take the lead on significant cross departmental projects, presenting the results and recommendations to senior management.
5. Be a key stakeholder in the design of Ocado’s future data and technology landscape.
6. Drive the improvement of selected KPIs through the work of your team.
7. Proactively manage and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
8. Actively develop the governance, capabilities and ways of working of the team.
9. Take a lead in driving the data strategy for Ocado Logistics.

You may also be expected to:

1. Deputise for the Director of Analytics.
2. Occasionally visit the different Ocado Logistics sites across the UK.

About you:

1. Previous experience leading and coaching a team of Analysts and Analytics Managers or similar roles (essential).
2. Comprehensive understanding of the behaviours and skills required to effectively lead a large team (essential).
3. Strong knowledge of data analysis best practice (essential).
4. Good knowledge of technical tools available for automation, BI and data analysis (essential).
5. A good knowledge of SQL and Python (essential).
6. Commercially savvy eye for detail (essential).
7. Ability to collaborate well with senior managers in other departments (essential).
8. Great communication and presentation skills (essential).
9. Experience and skill in organising multiple streams of work in parallel (essential).
10. Ability to effectively influence senior stakeholders (essential).

What we offer you:

1. Flexible Work: Enjoy 30 days of 'work from anywhere' policy.
2. Wellbeing Support: Access dedicated apps and an Employee Assistance Programme.
3. Generous Leave: Begin with 25 days, growing to 27 after 5 years.
4. Pension Plan: Secure your future with our pension scheme.
5. Private Medical Cover: Comprehensive private medical insurance.
6. Family-Friendly: Support for maternity, adoption, and paternity leave.
7. Financial Aid: Interest-free train tickets and Cycle to Work Scheme.
8. Shuttle Services: Free shuttle buses connect you to work.
9. Share Schemes: Join exciting share plans.
10. Shopping Perks: 15% discount on Ocado.com.
11. Financial Protection: Income Protection and Life Assurance.

We're dedicated to your well-being, professionally and personally. Unlock these exceptional benefits at Ocado Logistics.