Strategy Analyst

This exciting new role will be responsible for supporting the delivery of Elior's food strategy commercial objectives and unlocking greater profitability across the business. Through commercial analysis and a data-driven approach, they will help drive profitable sales growth and improve customer experience, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights and plans, as well as regularly reporting on the performance of Elior's strategic goals. This role offers opportunities for career progression, with scope to build new skills and grow within the organisation as the team continues to expand.

As the key commercial and analytical contact for the Culinary Development & Operations functions across the business, they will provide insight-led, data-driven guidance to support menu development, range optimisation , and data-led innovation, ensuring strong commercial benefit. They will support the menu development journey from concept through to implementation, balancing central governance with sector-specific needs and operational realities.

This role can be based from either ourLondon or Macclesfield office, operating on a hybrid working basis. OurLondon and Macclesfield offices are more than just places to work - they're spaces to grow, connect, and thrive. With fantastic food, a supportive culture, and development opportunities, we make sure you feel valued every day.

Key Accountabilities:

• Be accountable for the delivery of the commercial elements of the menu development framework, ensuring key deadlines are hit.
• Support with the delivery and continuous commercial improvement of Elior's menus across the business, ensuring commercial alignment, sector-specific suitability and strong cross-functional collaboration.
• Analyse commercial initiatives and recommend data-driven recommendations and improvements.
• Present performance insights & strategy to senior teams and wider functions.
• Ensure effective communication and information sharing between key stakeholders to support driving profitable sales and data-driven decision making.
• Build strong relationships with the Culinary Development, Business development Operations, Finance and IT teams.

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week - Hybrid

Job ID: 2329

Experience and Knowledge: Essential

• Strong planning and stakeholder management skills are essential to successfully coordinate this complex, multi-sector process.
• High proficiency in Excel/pivot tables with the ability to analyse, summarise and manipulate large volumes of data.
• High attention to detail with the ability to organise concepts and data into top-line information suitable for senior stakeholders.
• Experience of managing an information database and reporting processes.
• Proven analytical and quantitative skills with a creative problem-solving mindset.
• Experience assimilating qualitative and quantitative data from a variety of sources and across functions.
• Experience implementing projects cross-functionally based on insight to improve customer experience.

Experience and Knowledge: Desirable

• Experience using Excel VBA.
• Experience with Power BI.
• Experience of managing/analysing an IT system / platform.
• Degree level education.
• Experience of working in FMCG/ Hospitality/ Retail.

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 31 days of holiday, and after two years, even more with 33 days.
• Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

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