Trading Analyst

Parkwest Drive, Cherry Orchard, Dublin 12, Ireland
Full time, Permanent

Who We Are
Established in 1992, Applegreen is a leading convenience roadside retailer in the Republic of Ireland, the UK and the US in both large-scale Motorway Service Areas and Travel Plazas, as well as smaller petrol stations. The business has grown to over €4.1BN in annual revenue, operating over 600+ Motorway Service Plazas and forecourt sites internationally and employing over 16,000 people. Our products and services include large scale food and beverage operations, convenience stores, roadside refue Show more

Skills and attributes
Trading
Data Insights

Description
Applegreen Trading Analyst

Role Introduction:

Applegreen is in a rapid growth phase and to support this ambitious growth, we are seeking to onboard a Trading Analyst who will be part of our Commercial Trading Department in ROI. The successful candidate will be a confident people person who can adopt a hands‑on approach and fit into the Applegreen culture seamlessly. The role will report directly into our Senior Trading Analyst and will be based in the Group headquarter office in Park West, Dublin.

Key Responsibilities

As Applegreen expands, the responsibilities will evolve and change over time. The Trading Analyst will play a crucial role in driving the success of the Commercial team at Applegreen. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a strong communicator, and a natural leader who can inspire and motivate their team to achieve exceptional results.

The core responsibilities will centre around the following areas

Assume full responsibility for the production and preparation of weekly reports, adhering to strict timelines.

Support and manage the forecast and distribution of products to our stores, allocating stock where required.

Collaborate and provide support with the Trading team on analytics requirements.

Use data insights to shape the future development of the business.

Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships both internally with key departments within the company and externally with our supply partners.

Conducting data analysis on trading activity and pricing strategies.

Implement change, introduce processes, and drive efficiencies within the department.

Stay informed on market and industry trends through competitor analysis to ensure competitiveness of our offerings.

Support in developing strategic plans at both product and category levels.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with major brands within the global retail industry.

The Candidate should have the following

Qualifications, experience & skills

Minimum 2+ years as a trading Analyst Merchandise Planner Stock allocator in a similar role (FMCG experience an advantage)

High proficiency in all Microsoft Office software also essential (Excel, PPT)

Proficiency in using Excel to manipulate and analyse large sets of data is essential, experience with the cube function is an advantage.

Ability to identify compelling insights from the data, and communicate effectively any action needed as well as Business impact

Power BI or equivalent beneficial

SAP experience advantageous

Experience within a convenience FMCG retail environment also advantageous

Proven ability to build strong relationships with all internal stakeholders

Energetic and enthusiastic with a desire to achieve success

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels

Additional key skills & attributes

Have an understanding of the FMCG industry, market dynamics, and consumer behaviour to make informed decisions and recommendations.

Ability to effectively communicate with internal teams, stakeholders, and suppliers to drive successful trading strategies.

Problem‑solving skills The ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome challenges and optimise trading performance.

Attention to detail Being meticulous and thorough in analysing data and identifying trends to make accurate and insightful recommendations.

Time management Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment to meet deadlines and deliver results.

Team player Collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams and building strong relationships with colleagues to achieve common goals.

Adaptability Being flexible and open to new ideas and ways of working to respond to changing market conditions and consumer preferences.

Proactive mindset Taking initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and drive continuous growth in trading performance.

A highly organised individual with ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively for maximum impact and adapt around changing priorities as required.

Be a self‑starter, who is able to work collaboratively as a member of a highly interdependent team across many parts of Applegreen.

Is resilient and calm under pressure.

Has sound judgement and objective logical decision‑making skills.

Willing to travel ad hoc if required.

Illustrative Application & Screening Process (subject to change)

Application Process

Please submit an up to date tailored CV (max 2 pages) and cover letter

Two interview rounds will be required for this role

Applegreen Stores is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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