Data & Operations Assistant

NEXT Wholly Owned Brands

At NEXT Wholly Owned Brands were a collective of London-based fashion and lifestyle brands. From our beginnings with Lipsy in 1998 to becoming part of the UKs largest fashion retailer NEXT in 2008 weve evolved into a group of bold design-led brands each with its unique identity.

In 2020 NEXT Plc and Victorias Secret were delighted to enter into a joint venture trading the iconic brand in stores and online with the UK. Following this in 2021 we entered into a joint venture with GAP relaunching the much-loved brand in the UK via online and stores across the UK.

At the heart of our business is a passionate team driven by creativity innovation and a shared ambition to deliver exceptional results. We foster a culture where individuality is celebrated curiosity is encouraged and challenging the status quo is part of how we grow.

Please note this role is a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Role Purpose

The Data & Operations Assistant partners closely with the Business & Data Analysts to ensure the effective management of product data reporting and system processes within a fast-paced retail environment. This role will help to shape smarter processes and solve cross-functional challenges that drive efficiency and business success.

The role includes using Microsoft SQL Server Microsoft PowerBI Databricks and Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services to extract insights support cross-functional communication and grow into a subject matter expert in our internal systems.

Role Responsibilities

Product Data & System Management

• Support the end-to-end setup of new brand systems set up as part of a fast-moving high-impact project
• Manage the product exclusion summary within the Next Product System (NPS) conducting weekly checks of item exclusions on the GB website
• Oversee requests and issues from wider functions within Asana ensuring a timely resolution and clear ownership of issues
• Supporting Business and Data Analysts with price promotions for multiple partners ensuring accurate setup and timely execution
• Act as a subject matter expert for relevant systems ensuring best practices are followed and providing guidance to product teams
• Manage system structure maintenance across departments

Data Management & Reporting

• Support the development of SQL and Databricks datasets and reports for internal team processes and wider business analysis
• Contribute to reporting and operational tasks using Power BI
• Build maintain and manage Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services reports
  

Process Improvement & Documentation

• Maintain and update the Reporting & Operations dates and deadlines in Asana to provide visibility of key milestones
• Communicate key dates process updates and operational changes clearly across the business
• Liaise with stakeholders within NEXT providing business context and informed decision-making to optimise system support and enhancements
• Proactively seeking process improvements with the support of the Business & Data Analysts

Technical Requirements

• Proactive forward-thinking approach with the confidence to challenge existing processes constructively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to understand functionality and identify improvements
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
  

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server and basic SQL querying
• Exposure to Power BI or other data visualisation/reporting tools
• Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is beneficial
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace