Technical Analyst(Next Gen Retail Tools)

WiqNZ

We strive to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow for our customers and team,  bringing the best of Woolworths Group and Quantium together to make data driven decisions. By partnering with Quantium, a world-class data science and advanced analytics business we’re excited about the future as we unlock the power of data to reimagine retail.

Through this partnership, we’ve created a new business called wiq who will harness the best of Woolworths Group and Quantium to reimagine retail by solving the most complex problems using data and analytics. As a team, we leverage Agile ways of working to help our team develop their skills while also making sure our team is focusing on solving the most complex problems for both our customers and team.

What you’ll do | Hei mahi

The purpose of the wiqNZ team is to unlock the power of data to imagine retail, which contributes to making Kiwis’ lives a little better every day.

As a key member of the wiqNZ team, you will work closely with the WWNZ Commercial leadership team, as well as the Next Gen Retail Operations Lead. You should have an eagerness to use and continuously develop your Excel, SQL and Python skills to deliver high-impact analytical solutions and diagnose and resolve complex data issues in a timely manner. 

Specifically, the role will see you doing:

• Maintain and enhance business-facing toolkits (Excel, SQL, Python), including updates and issue resolution.
• Support data pipeline refreshes and implement continuous improvements for optimal tool performance.
• Ensure high-quality technical work adhering to data standards for robust analytical solutions.
• Debug and resolve tooling issues, prioritizing solutions and ensuring thorough testing.
• Monitor tool inboxes, respond to queries, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with analytics teams and stakeholders on priorities, operations, and enhancement pipelines.

What you’ll bring | Hei koha

We're seeking a technical and commercially-minded Analyst to help support the progress of our Next Gen tools as they become an ongoing and highly valuable feature of our commercial operations.

You'll harness your strong Excel, SQL and Python expertise to empower a squad of technical analysts to deliver high-impact analytical solutions.

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Strong Excel skills including functions and data visualization; Google Sheets experience is beneficial.
• Proficiency in writing and understanding SQL queries with basic database knowledge.
• Familiarity with Python basics and data manipulation fundamentals.
• Experience in analytics work with developing commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Exposure to advanced tools such as Excel VBA, complex SQL, Python libraries (Pandas), Git, DBT, or cloud platforms is desired.
• Tertiary qualifications in relevant disciplines like Statistics, Data Science, or Computer Science are preferred.

What you’ll experience | Ngā Huanga

Our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do and we’re always looking for ways to support your career journey and reward great work:

• A commitment to flexibility through a hybrid working model which combines time spent at a support office or hub and time working from home, supporting both in-person connection and balancing the flexibility that remote working provides for our teams
• High-impact role supporting our teams who enrich our communities. 
• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.
• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including 24/7 access to the Sonder app.
• A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you.  
• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.

Endless possibilities with the Woolworths Group 

We’re a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ 

Here you’ll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group | No Woolworths tātou

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.