Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Joining Sainsbury's Data & Analytics function means becoming part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to harnessing the power of data to drive strategic decisions and deliver impactful solutions. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, you will work with one of the most exciting data sets in the country, shaping high-performance products that enhance the shopping experience for millions of customers. Embrace our values of Owning It, Making it Better, and Being Human, and be part of a dynamic environment where your analytical skills and passion for problem-solving are valued and encouraged to thrive.

As an Analyst in the Commercial division, you will be a key member of the Strategic Projects Analytics team, unlocking the value of our vast multi-brand, multi-channel data asset. Your role involves collaborating closely with Commercial divisions, applying analytical skills and business acumen to investigate root causes of issues, identify optimisation opportunities, and measure the impact of change projects. You will own projects, develop stakeholder relationships, and champion a collaborative approach to requirements gathering. Delivering high-quality, accurate insights and recommendations through data storytelling, you will drive actionable business decisions and ensure the real truths within the data are effectively communicated and utilised.

At Sainsbury’s, data sits at the heart of how we operate, innovate, and serve our customers. Our Data & Analytics team is building a technically advanced, commercially focused, and impactful capability, powering our Next Level Strategy and helping to create a Sainsbury’s powered by industry-leading AI algorithms. Using data, technology, and advanced analytics, we drive better decisions across the business—from forecasting and optimisation to experimentation, personalisation, and machine learning. With one of the richest retail datasets in the UK and a portfolio spanning Sainsbury’s, Argos, Habitat, and Nectar, the opportunity to innovate is huge. Here, you’ll tackle complex challenges at scale, create measurable impact, and grow quickly alongside brilliant colleagues. People who thrive with us combine business understanding, technical expertise, and curiosity with a natural instinct for problem-solving. Join us and help shape the future of retail through data and AI.

Experience
Highly numerate and analytical background with a degree in mathematics, statistics, or a similar field, or strong relevant analytical experience. Proven ability to deliver actionable insights and drive business change.

About you
You are a passionate analytical professional with strong SQL and Python skills essential for data analysis. You communicate complex information effectively and have an inquisitive mindset with keen problem-solving skills. You excel at building collaborative relationships with stakeholders, applying commercial acumen to understand business challenges, and proactively seek continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance your analytical expertise and contribute to the wider analytics community.

Qualifications
Strong technical skills in SQL and Python are essential. A background in mathematics, statistics, or a related analytical discipline is required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, curiosity, attention to detail, and ability to partner effectively with the business are key to success in this role.