Smiths Group
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DataAnalyst(Sales)
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“Data Analyst (Sales) at Smiths Group. Skills: Data Analysis, Business Performance, Commercial Growth. Drive Commercial Performance. Deliver Insightful Analysis”
What You'll Achieve.
drive business performance; enable data-driven decision making; support the overall commercial growth agenda; transforming complex data into clear, actionable insights; identifying opportunities, raising risks; support revenue growth, order intake, and cash performance; Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decisions and P&L performance; Support business reviews, forecasts, and market performance tracking; Analyze performance trends, KPIs, and pipeline data to identify opportunities and risks; Build forecasting models using trend analysis and relevant analytical tools; Prepare executive-level reports and presentations for leadership; Improve and standardize business processes, reporting, and tools; Support implementation of global operations initiatives at market level; Drive continuous improvement programs across systems, metrics, and workflows; Manage business cadence (e. g. , weekly reviews, state-of-business calls); Develop materials, agendas, and communications for leadership forums
Industry & Context.
highly analytical; Analytical & Insightful – able to turn complex data into meaningful, actionable insights; Curious & Proactive – constantly asking “why” and identifying improvement opportunities; Strategic Thinker – able to connect data to business outcomes and long-term goals
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3+ years of experience in Sales Operations, Business Operations, or Finance (B2B environment preferred), Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Experience with forecasting, performance analysis, and reporting, stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
Nice to Have
knowledge of MS Accessusiness Objects is a plus, Familiarity with SAP is advantageous
What You'll Do.
Drive Commercial Performance
Deliver Insightful Analysis
Be a Strategic Business Partner
Lead Operational Excellence
Enable Business Rhythm
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Market Head and Sales Director; Act as a key liaison across Sales, Finance, HR, Marketing, and Legal; Communicate insights clearly and influence senior stakeholders; Drive discussions with data-backed recommendations; Ensure alignment and transparency across stakeholders
Communication Scope
Communicate insights clearly; influence senior stakeholders; Communicator – confident engaging and influencing stakeholders across all levels
Full Job Description
Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. We are looking for a highly analytical, curious, and strategic individual to join our team as a Business Operations / Commercial Analyst. In this role, you will partner closely with the Market Head and Sales Director to drive business performance, enable data-driven decision making, and support the overall commercial growth agenda. You will play a critical role in transforming complex data into clear, actionable insights, identifying opportunities, raising risks, and influencing stakeholders across the organization. What You’ll Do Drive Commercial Performance * Partner with Market Head and Sales Director to support revenue growth, order intake, and cash performance * Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decisions and P&L performance * Support business reviews, forecasts, and market performance tracking Deliver Insightful Analysis * Analyze performance trends, KPIs, and pipeline data to identify opportunities and risks * Build forecasting models using trend analysis and relevant analytical tools * Prepare executive-level reports and presentations for
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