Business Analyst

Who are we, and what do we do? 

You may not have heard of us, but there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed our products. Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants. 

We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door – meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms, spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales. 

A little about Brackley Site : 

Our advanced manufacturing site in Brackley, is one of our main processing facilities with over 700 talented people  helping us to deliver high quality products to our customers and making the business a trusted leader in fresh foods. 

We’ve recently invested £11 million in advanced technology and colleague amenities, making it one of the most advanced food manufacturing facilities in the UK. 

About the Role: 

Are you passionate about Data? Looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience or qualifications in IT?  

Avara Foods is an inclusive, forward-thinking business that has invested heavily in its IT systems. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our growing Data Operations team. The role is office based but there may be a requirement for you to go within the factory environment. 

You will play a key role in supporting our cloud transition, focusing on business process analysis, migration strategies, and system/data integration. This role requires expertise in modeling business processes, data, and integration points, as well as gathering and documenting requirements. You'll collaborate across teams to identify needs, resolve conflicting priorities, and ensure smooth communication with technical teams supporting our digital infrastructure. 

There is an opportunity for the role to be undertaken by an IT graduate or an experienced professional.  

For the right applicant, there will be opportunities for further development in line with their future career aspirations. 

Working hours are Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17.00 

What will you be doing as a Business Analyst at Avara? 

As a Business Analyst, you will primarily communicate with business stakeholders to understand their processes and dependencies on software applications. You'll document and model roles, decisions, and data flows to identify opportunities for optimization, digitization, and automation within business-driven projects.  

•  Analyze business processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
•  Recommend optimized workflows and automation to enhance productivity and reduce manual handling.
•  Collaborate with process owners to document end-to-end processes and implement best practices.
•  Create reports and dashboards to monitor business process performance and provide analytical insights.
• Act as a liaison between business units, IT, and leadership to translate requirements into technical specifications.
•  Provide monthly and quarterly updates to the Data Operations team and senior IT management on project progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Analyze, map, and document data flows across systems to ensure compatibility and integrity during integration with cloud platforms.
•  Work with the Data Engineering team to design data integration solutions that meet business needs.
•  Identify and resolve data discrepancies with the Master Data team to ensure consistency across platforms.
• Coordinate with IT and third-party vendors to minimize disruption during system migrations.
•  Ensure data security, compliance, and minimal risk during migration activities.
• Maintain detailed documentation of process and requirements changes.

What you’ll need to be successful: 

The benefits of working for Avara Foods: 

As a Business Analyst, you will enjoy a secure, supportive and progressive working environment, where your contribution and achievements will be recognised and rewarded. 

We offer comprehensive training as well as continuous development as you build your long-term career with us. You can also look forward to benefits that amongst other things, include the following: 

*Ts & Cs apply 

What happens after you apply for this role? 

After you’ve applied, you’ll be contacted in due course by a Resourcing Officer at our Brackley site, to discuss your application and CV further. There’ll also be a chance for you to ask us any questions you may have about the role. 

If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today! 

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.