Senior Analyst

Senior Sales and Operational Planning Analyst / Senior Supply Chain Analyst Hybrid | Hatfield. Are you a Senior Sales & Operations Planning Analyst or Senior Supply Chain Analyst looking for your next challenge? If you’re ready to think bigger, work closely with senior stakeholders across a wider network, and use your insight to influence decisions, drive improvements and shape how we plan and optimise across our supply chain, this could be the opportunity for you!

At Ocado Logistics, we’re redefining the future of logistics. With cutting-edge technology, expanding operations, and innovative global partnerships, our mission is to deliver seamless, efficient, and customer-first experiences at scale. Our Planning & Analytics team sits at the heart of this transformation. We harness data to unlock efficiencies, drive cost savings, and enable smarter decision-making across the supply chain.

And now, we’re growing—fast. We are looking for a Senior S&OP Analyst/ Senior Supply Chain Analyst to join our Planning and Analytics team on a full-time permanent basis.We are after a problem-solver, data storyteller, and strategic thinker who wants to shape the next era of logistics. This role requires a strong understanding of supply chain operations, network planning and capacity planning, alongside the ability to turn complex data into clear, meaningful insights for stakeholders.

To be suitable for this role, you could currently be working in an analytical, S&OP, or project role within a supply chain, FMCG, manufacturing or similar operational environment. We’re also open to candidates with a strong supply chain project or supply chain background who have experience working with data, identifying opportunities and translating insight into practical recommendations.

Around 70% of your time will be spent presenting and sharing insights with audiences and key stakeholders. You won’t be responsible for producing the data itself; instead, you’ll interpret it and tell the story behind the numbers to highlight opportunities, risks and potential scenarios.You’ll use these insights to guide recommendations on how we can optimise key focus areas such as driver routes, labour deployment, stock capability and network capacity.

You’ll work closely with stakeholders to assess different options, clearly articulate the trade-offs and opportunities, and translate data into practical recommendations that support better operational and commercial decisions. We’re therefore looking for someone who combines strong analytical and commercial thinking with excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills.

Where you could be joining As a Senior Analyst, you’ll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact projects that shape the way we operate depending on which team you work in: Routing & Delivery Optimisation: Improve how we design delivery routes, plan capacity, and match resources to demand. Network Planning & Scenario Modelling: Support strategic planning for the next 3–18 months, balancing people, vehicles, and assets to deliver operational efficiency.

Labour Planning Transformation: Help rebuild forecasting and scheduling for a more flexible network and better work-life balance. Data, Tooling & Reporting Development: Build a best-in-class analytics stack to power decision-making across Logistics. Fulfilment Optimization: Analysing and optimizing the way we pick and distribute our products from our robotic warehouses to being loaded on the vans ready for delivery, including LGV movements between sites.

Central Analytics: Providing the expertise to develop trusted data models, data products and applications/visualisations for users for users in all functions in our business (e.g. delivery operations, fulfilment operations, planning, finance, people, health & safety etc) Across all these areas, you’ll identify performance drivers, uncover root causes of inefficiency, and deliver insights that enable proactive, data-driven improvements across operations What you’ll be doing: Drive efficiency and optimisation in supply chain and logistics using advanced analytics.

Identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement through insight-driven analysis. Work closely with data engineers and cross-functional teams to build and evolve a common data model for your domain. Develop and implement strategies across inventory, procurement, distribution, and operations. Design intuitive dashboards and reports to translate complex data into actionable insight for stakeholders.

Lead key data and analytics projects, mentor and support more junior members of the team Identification of improvements in core business processes to deliver on our KPIs Stay ahead of industry trends, tools, and techniques to keep Ocado at the forefront of innovation. What we’re looking for: Strong experience as an Senior Analyst in a big data or complex operational environment, ideally within supply chain, S&OP, forecasting.

Excellent communication skills—you can turn complex data into compelling stories that influence decision-making. Expertise in SQL and familiarity with Excel, VBA, Python, R, or similar languages Exposure to dbt or modern data transformation frameworks highly desirable. Proven ability to solve quantitative and qualitative problems with creativity and rigour.

A collaborative mindset and experience working across multidisciplinary teams. What you can expect to receive in return At Ocado we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, so you’ll find a safe and collaborative atmosphere that is as fresh as our produce as well as an award winning recognition programme and benefits package that includes includes a healthy work-life balance, extensive healthcare coverage, competitive salaries, and exclusive employee discounts.

Flexible Work: Enjoy 30 days of 'work from anywhere' policy for a balanced life. Wellbeing Support: Access dedicated apps and an Employee Assistance Programme for holistic well-being. Generous Leave: Begin with 25 days, growing to 27 after 5 years, with an option to buy more. Pension Plan: Secure your future with our pension scheme, featuring up to 7% employer contribution matching.

Private Medical Cover: Rest easy with comprehensive private medical insurance. Family-Friendly: We support your family with maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and paternity leave. Financial Aid: Get interest-free train tickets and join our Cycle to Work Scheme. Shuttle Services: Convenient free shuttle buses connect you to work.

Share Schemes: Join exciting share plans to participate in our success. Shopping Perks: Enjoy a 15% discount on Ocado.com and savings at popular retailers and restaurants. Financial Protection: We offer Income Protection and Life Insurance for financial security. Please note: Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, prioritising inclusivity and equal opportunities for all individuals, ensuring a supportive and accessible workplace for people with disabilities.

So, whatever your background or story, you’ll find a home at Ocado Logistics.