Data Analyst

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.