Logistics Analyst - Outbound - #2089531

Internal use only - Grade H 

We're the team behind digital retailer Very.  

Our purpose, helping families get more out of life, powers everything we do.  

And we want our people to get more out of life too! If you're high-performing, ambitious and make the most of every opportunity, we want to hear from you. In return, you'll enjoy heaps of flexibility, great perks and benefits, and the freedom to be yourself, keep learning and take your career wherever you want it to go.  

If you love making a difference, you'll love making it sparkle for millions of Very customers.   

As a team we are responsible in providing a seamless and hassle free delivery experience for all of our Customers. Ensuring they have a choice of delivery options, (Home Delivery/Store Delivery/Locker Delivery with an option for in flight re-direct). Which we will deliver on time and at a time that suits them, which allows them the freedom to carry on with daily life without needing to wait in. It's a great time to join our growing team, as we continue to enhance our delivery options that we offer our Customers as we add new carriers and delivery services to our portfolio.  

The Outbound Logistics Analyst role supports the business by supporting day to day management of Outbound carrier accounts, including payments, invoicing and performance service levels. Working collaboratively across Logistics, Fulfilment, Supply Chain and Customer Care, to ensure the expected customer and financial outcomes are achieved. 

You will be part of the team responsible for the production of all reporting, data and analysis at various levels of Outbound Logistics.  

• Working collaboratively and proactively to establishing the data requirements and reporting needs of Logistics and business. 

• Presenting data initiatives updates to the team and other interested parties, providing both business insights and technical views as to how we can improve key business measures. 

• Developing and updating actionable reports and datasets for key stakeholders using various reporting and query tools to create reporting data assets. 

• Ensuring the governance of data and quality is adhered to. 

• Working collaboratively to enhance and develop best practice within the team.  

• Following the latest trends and developments in data visualization 

• Experience working with 3rd party suppliers (which may include Delivery Carriers). 

• Experience in Financial processing (payments, invoicing or budget management) 

• Experience within Logistics operations, with knowledge of Warehousing and returns environments. 

• Stakeholder management and communication skills. 

• Knowledge of Microsoft Power BI and the Power ecosystem. 

• Good command of Excel, and Office 365, ideally with understanding of SQL.  

Some of our benefits  

• Flexible, hybrid working model (minimum of 2 days per week in office and some off site visits) 

• Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews  

• £250 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs  

• 27 days holiday + bank holidays  

• LinkedIn Learning access  

• Bonus potential (performance and business-related)  

• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk  

• Matched pension up to 6%  

• More benefits can be found on our career site  

How to apply  

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you will be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need to disclose in relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken, including any unspent criminal convictions.   

What happens next?  

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you're successful so keep an eye on your emails! We'll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we're a good match, we'll share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely.   

You can expect a one stage interview process for this position:   

1st stage - A one hour face-to-face interview with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience + competency questions. This is also a great opportunity to find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.   

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.   

If you'd like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here.  

Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities 

We're building a culture of everyday inclusion, and welcome applications from anyone who believes they can do the job. We don't discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 

We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you need reasonable adjustments to apply, interview, or perform a role, let us know via [email protected]. We'll be happy to support you. 

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer and have nine brilliant colleague networks - including DAWN (Disability Awareness at Very) and Think (Neurodiversity at Very) - that are helping us make Very an even more inclusive place to work.