Data Services Officer/Data Analyst

How would you like to work for one of the world's largest book wholesalers? Gardners offers the largest in-stock range of books, entertainment, gifts, and stationery products available from any European wholesale and distributor. Running a 24/7 operation in the heart of Eastbourne with an experienced management team and over 1000 trained staff, we pride ourselves in offering our customers the best service and range of products we can. We are currently recruiting for a Data Services Officer within the Data Services team. Based in Eastbourne, an exciting opportunity exists to play a pivotal role in our dynamic and expanding company, taking day-to-day responsibility for our data processes. About the Role Some of the day-to-day tasks of this Data Services Officer position are outlined below, but other ad-hoc duties may be required: Assessing and specifying the immediate and long-term business needs for product data, for business intelligence and customer requirements. Internal liaison, both commercial and technical to assess, advise, and deliver our business data needs. Sourcing product data from different suppliers in the book, entertainment, and other industries as required. Ensuring that we are provided with the highest quality and most accurate data available. In turn, ensuring our customers are provided with the same quality. Liaise with our sales team and customers to define individual and generic data needs. We would welcome applications for this Data Services Officer role from candidates with the following skills: Data Services, data, data processing, XML, ONIX, analytics and Data Analyst. Additional Information This is a full-time position and suitable for home working with periodic days in the Eastbourne office. Essential Skills The ideal candidate for this Data Services Officer role will have the following experience/skills: Excellent communication and negotiation skills Excellent analytical skills Experience with XML, CSV, and other data file types Experience with ONIX and other industry data standards would be an advantage, but not essential Scheduling and project management experience About Company Gardners is one of the world's largest wholesalers of British books, entertainment products, and eBooks. Based primarily from our Eastbourne premises, we are proud to be a family-run business with our staff at the very heart of what we do. Our departments and teams' combined effort ensures we offer a first-class service to our global customer base, combined with a fast delivery service. At Gardners, we recognise that our people are our strength, and the diverse talents they bring to our collaborative workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunities employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion across all departments.