Responsible for analyzing sales, logistics, market, and competitor data, delivering reliable business reporting and actionable insights to support commercial decision-making, performance monitoring, and strategic development.

Need for Position

To strengthen data-driven decision-making by providing accurate business analysis, structured reporting, market intelligence, and performance insights that support Noblewood Spirits’ commercial objectives and business growth in Malta and across relevant markets.

Essential Duties

(1) Develop and implement a roadmap for the development of the analytical function, identifying priorities, reporting needs, analytical tools, and opportunities to improve business performance.

(2) Analyze customer orders, sales forecasts, and demand trends, providing relevant information to support production and logistics planning.

(3) Monitor and report logistics performance metrics, including forecast accuracy, service levels, shipment performance, and other relevant operational indicators.

(4) Prepare and maintain structured sales reports covering shipments, depletions, customer stock levels, and SKU-level performance.

(5) Consolidate and analyze data from internal and external sources to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of business reporting.

(6) Develop executive-level reports, scorecards, and dashboards for the Noblewood Leadership Team, presenting key business performance measures in a clear and actionable format.

(7) Use Excel, Power BI, and other relevant analytical tools to automate reporting, improve data visualization, and enhance the accessibility of business insights.

(8) Conduct market analysis for key markets, including the top 10 markets where relevant, identifying market trends, growth opportunities, risks, and actionable recommendations.

(9) Analyze the Maltese spirits market, including category dynamics, market performance, competitor activities, brand positioning, and relevant consumer and channel trends.

(10) Use IWSR and other relevant industry data sources to evaluate market size, category performance, market shares, brand trends, and competitive positioning.

(11) Analyze competitor performance, pricing, portfolio development, distribution, and market activities to identify opportunities and risks for Noblewood Spirits’ brands.

(12) Prepare plan-versus-actual KPI reporting to assess business performance and support the evaluation of employee performance and incentive systems.

(13) Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Logistics, Finance, and other relevant departments to define reporting requirements and ensure alignment on key business indicators.

(14) Identify discrepancies, data quality issues, and reporting gaps, working with relevant stakeholders to improve data accuracy and consistency.

(15) Translate complex datasets into clear business insights, highlighting performance drivers, deviations from targets, emerging trends, and recommended actions.

(16) Continuously improve analytical processes, reporting structures, dashboards, and data management practices to increase efficiency and support informed decision-making.

(17) Prepare regular reports and presentations for management, ensuring timely delivery, accuracy, and clear communication of key findings.

(18) Perform other duties related to the role as assigned by the Line Manager.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Education Qualifications

(1) Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field is required.

(2) Additional qualifications or training in business intelligence, data visualization, or advanced analytics are an advantage.

Experience Required

(1) Minimum 2 years of professional experience in a Business Analyst, Data Analyst, Sales Analyst, or similar analytical role within the spirits industry is required.

(2) Practical understanding of the alcoholic beverages industry, particularly spirits, including market structure, category dynamics, sales channels, and relevant commercial performance indicators, is required.

(3) Experience working with spirits industry data across on-trade and off-trade channels is preferred.

(4) Practical knowledge of IWSR data and the ability to use IWSR reports and tools to analyze market size, category trends, brand performance, and market shares are required.

(5) Proven experience analyzing sales performance, shipments, depletions, customer and SKU-level data, forecasts, and business KPIs is required.

(6) Experience analyzing competitor data and translating market intelligence into actionable commercial insights is required.

(7) Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI, including data analysis, dashboard development, and reporting, is required.

(8) Experience consolidating data from multiple sources and preparing management-level reports and presentations is required.

(9) Experience in international markets or within an FMCG company is an advantage.

Professional Skills and Competencies

(1) Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and identify meaningful business trends.

(2) Good understanding of spirits industry data, market measurement, sales performance, distribution, and competitive dynamics.

(3) Ability to convert data into practical recommendations that support commercial strategy and business performance.

(4) Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, data analysis, and reporting; experience with Power Query is an advantage.

(5) Strong Power BI skills, including dashboard development, data visualization, and performance reporting.

(6) Ability to assess data quality, validate information, and maintain accurate and consistent reporting.

(7) Strong attention to detail and a structured, methodical approach to analytical work.

(8) Good communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain analytical findings to non-technical stakeholders.

(9) Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet reporting deadlines.

(10) Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across commercial and operational functions.

(11) Proactive, results-oriented mindset with an interest in continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.

Language Requirements

(1) Fluent English is required.

(2) Knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.

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