Data Analyst

About Avara Foods

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. We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door, with major processing sites across England and an agricultural network of over 350 farms.

We are looking for a highly competent and motivated Data Analyst to join our Data Engineering team in Brackley. The role is on site, Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00.

• 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 Oracle Analytics Cloud 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.

• 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 and Power BI skills.

• 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

• £35,000 – £45,000 per annum, dependant on experience.
• 31 days annual leave.
• 6% employer‑matched pension contributions.
• Company life assurance scheme.
• Comprehensive training and continuous professional development.
• Wellbeing resources, including free online health advice & support, and wellbeing assessments.

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.