About the role
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the Supply Chain Team (Service, Logistics and Planning) could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
As a Group we are a global manufacturer of construction materials and our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
We are currently recruiting for a Data Analyst Apprentice at our Head Office in Sittingbourne. Within this role, you will be completing a Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship.
This role requires you to work from our Office in Sittingbourne 3-4 days per week. Our office is in a remote location with no access to public transport. Applicants will need to have reliable transport to commute to and from site.
What will you learn?
You will learn how to use dashboard and visualisation tools alongside programming languages for data analysis including SQL, Python and R, completing the below topics:
Data classification
The data lifecycle
Structured and unstructured data
Requirements for data analysts
Quality issues for data analysis
Data visualisation
Compliance and audit administration
Data structures
Database design, implementation and maintenance
Data architecture
Domain context for data analytics
What you'll be doing:
The purpose of the Data Analyst Apprentice is to transform raw data into meaningful and actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and drive business improvements. This position involves collecting, processing, and analysing data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies. The Data Analyst collaborates with cross-functional teams to understand their needs, provides accurate reports and visualisations, and ensures the integrity and quality of the data. The Data Analyst contributes to enhancing operational efficiency by using data tools and analysis to encourage data-driven improvements within the organisation.
What we'd love for you to have:
- Level 3 qualification (such as A-levels in Statistics, Maths or BTEC equivalent) or equivalent work experience.
- GCSE's in English and Maths at grade 4 or above.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with Microsoft Excel, particularly functionalities like pivot tables and XLookup.
Please note: To be considered for this role, applicants must have the relevant right to work in the UK to be considered.
About the company
We are one of the leading manufacturers of gypsum-based building materials in the UK. We are proud to be a part of the Knauf Group, one of the largest independent building materials manufacturers in the world.
We sell plasterboard, plaster, metal sections, flooring, external renders, insulating laminates, drywall accessories and more and have more than 250 production facilities and sales organisations in over 86 countries. We employee over 35,000 people worldwide.