Trade Operational Systems Analyst
Posted on Jul 17, 2026 by CV-Library
Howden, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Howdens Joinery is looking for a Trade Operational Systems Analyst to act as the link between our Information Systems team and Trade Depots, helping to improve the efficiency, accuracy and effectiveness of key business processes, systems and reporting.
You'll likely come from an operations, stock management, business systems or analytical background, with experience identifying process improvements, resolving complex issues and using data to drive better business outcomes.
This is a permanent job based from our office 4 days per week with 1 day working from home. We are flexible on this person being based from our office in Howden, Yorkshire, or Raunds, Northamptonshire.
What will I be doing:
Provide key support to the Depots and Support Departments regarding Stock and Processes.
Reconciles data and analyses information
Identify business process improvements and work with IS to develop these
End User acceptance testing of new Processes & Developments
Adopt a systematic approach to eliminating possible causes of failures.
Identify areas where improved processes would drive efficiencies and potentially cost savings throughout the division and work with IS to implement.
Working with IS to develop and manage robust scenario tests pre go live and monitoring performance post go live.
Required to travel to business units as and when required in line with business needs and expectations. This means flexibility in working arrangements
Travel with overnight stays sometimes with short notice is required.
Developments are often detailed, complex and specialised with costs in excess of £1m per annum
What we need from you:
Working in a fast-paced commercial environment
Data extraction analysis and manipulation
Experience of quickly adapting to new systems to be able to understand at different levels
Advanced Excel & Microsoft Office
Highly analytical with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate
Ability to deep dive into issues and solutions but also provide concise overview for the benefit of colleagues and management.
Excellent planning and organisational skills
Highly motivated self-starter
Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to changing priorities
What we can offer you:
Competitive basic salary plus Bonus
Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Staff Discount
Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
#LI-LO1 #CVL INDKSD #Reed
You'll likely come from an operations, stock management, business systems or analytical background, with experience identifying process improvements, resolving complex issues and using data to drive better business outcomes.
This is a permanent job based from our office 4 days per week with 1 day working from home. We are flexible on this person being based from our office in Howden, Yorkshire, or Raunds, Northamptonshire.
What will I be doing:
Provide key support to the Depots and Support Departments regarding Stock and Processes.
Reconciles data and analyses information
Identify business process improvements and work with IS to develop these
End User acceptance testing of new Processes & Developments
Adopt a systematic approach to eliminating possible causes of failures.
Identify areas where improved processes would drive efficiencies and potentially cost savings throughout the division and work with IS to implement.
Working with IS to develop and manage robust scenario tests pre go live and monitoring performance post go live.
Required to travel to business units as and when required in line with business needs and expectations. This means flexibility in working arrangements
Travel with overnight stays sometimes with short notice is required.
Developments are often detailed, complex and specialised with costs in excess of £1m per annum
What we need from you:
Working in a fast-paced commercial environment
Data extraction analysis and manipulation
Experience of quickly adapting to new systems to be able to understand at different levels
Advanced Excel & Microsoft Office
Highly analytical with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate
Ability to deep dive into issues and solutions but also provide concise overview for the benefit of colleagues and management.
Excellent planning and organisational skills
Highly motivated self-starter
Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to changing priorities
What we can offer you:
Competitive basic salary plus Bonus
Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Staff Discount
Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
#LI-LO1 #CVL INDKSD #Reed
Reference: 225383012
https://jobs.careeraddict.com/post/113571829
Trade Operational Systems Analyst
Posted on Jul 17, 2026 by CV-Library
Howden, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Howdens Joinery is looking for a Trade Operational Systems Analyst to act as the link between our Information Systems team and Trade Depots, helping to improve the efficiency, accuracy and effectiveness of key business processes, systems and reporting.
You'll likely come from an operations, stock management, business systems or analytical background, with experience identifying process improvements, resolving complex issues and using data to drive better business outcomes.
This is a permanent job based from our office 4 days per week with 1 day working from home. We are flexible on this person being based from our office in Howden, Yorkshire, or Raunds, Northamptonshire.
What will I be doing:
Provide key support to the Depots and Support Departments regarding Stock and Processes.
Reconciles data and analyses information
Identify business process improvements and work with IS to develop these
End User acceptance testing of new Processes & Developments
Adopt a systematic approach to eliminating possible causes of failures.
Identify areas where improved processes would drive efficiencies and potentially cost savings throughout the division and work with IS to implement.
Working with IS to develop and manage robust scenario tests pre go live and monitoring performance post go live.
Required to travel to business units as and when required in line with business needs and expectations. This means flexibility in working arrangements
Travel with overnight stays sometimes with short notice is required.
Developments are often detailed, complex and specialised with costs in excess of £1m per annum
What we need from you:
Working in a fast-paced commercial environment
Data extraction analysis and manipulation
Experience of quickly adapting to new systems to be able to understand at different levels
Advanced Excel & Microsoft Office
Highly analytical with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate
Ability to deep dive into issues and solutions but also provide concise overview for the benefit of colleagues and management.
Excellent planning and organisational skills
Highly motivated self-starter
Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to changing priorities
What we can offer you:
Competitive basic salary plus Bonus
Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Staff Discount
Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
#LI-LO1 #CVL INDKSD #Reed
You'll likely come from an operations, stock management, business systems or analytical background, with experience identifying process improvements, resolving complex issues and using data to drive better business outcomes.
This is a permanent job based from our office 4 days per week with 1 day working from home. We are flexible on this person being based from our office in Howden, Yorkshire, or Raunds, Northamptonshire.
What will I be doing:
Provide key support to the Depots and Support Departments regarding Stock and Processes.
Reconciles data and analyses information
Identify business process improvements and work with IS to develop these
End User acceptance testing of new Processes & Developments
Adopt a systematic approach to eliminating possible causes of failures.
Identify areas where improved processes would drive efficiencies and potentially cost savings throughout the division and work with IS to implement.
Working with IS to develop and manage robust scenario tests pre go live and monitoring performance post go live.
Required to travel to business units as and when required in line with business needs and expectations. This means flexibility in working arrangements
Travel with overnight stays sometimes with short notice is required.
Developments are often detailed, complex and specialised with costs in excess of £1m per annum
What we need from you:
Working in a fast-paced commercial environment
Data extraction analysis and manipulation
Experience of quickly adapting to new systems to be able to understand at different levels
Advanced Excel & Microsoft Office
Highly analytical with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate
Ability to deep dive into issues and solutions but also provide concise overview for the benefit of colleagues and management.
Excellent planning and organisational skills
Highly motivated self-starter
Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to changing priorities
What we can offer you:
Competitive basic salary plus Bonus
Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Staff Discount
Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional Reward and Recognition events
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
#LI-LO1 #CVL INDKSD #Reed
Reference: 225383012
Share this job:
Alert me to jobs like this:
Amplify your job search:
Expert career advice
Increase interview chances with our downloads and specialist services.
Visit Blog