Sr.People Analytics Analyst

Senior Analyst, People Analytics – Summary Lidl US is seeking a Senior Analyst, People Analytics to join our HR team. This highly analytical, systems-focused role bridges complex HR systems and executive business strategy. Acting as an internal consultant and strategic partner, the analyst will design, model, and automate data frameworks sourced from our enterprise platforms. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate cross‑functionally across HR, Operations, Sales, and Logistics, taking ownership of company‑wide personnel metrics and labor cost forecasting through technical innovation and rigorous data governance. What You’ll Do Engineer and maintain interactive reporting tools, dynamic dashboards, and lightweight data applications. Automate and eliminate manual reporting processes across the enterprise. Translate complex analytical findings into clear, high‑level business insights. Autonomously present recommendations to senior executive leadership. Advise on complex organizational structure and hierarchy concepts. Maintain and audit job description frameworks to ensure data integrity and structural alignment with business growth. Support the annual Personnel Planning process through sophisticated predictive modeling and deep financial analysis. Monitor personnel costs and ensure absolute alignment with strict budgetary constraints. Act as a strategic problem‑solver by independently auditing datasets to uncover hidden trends (e.g., turnover patterns, span of control issues, productivity gaps). Question existing inefficiencies and independently pitch process enhancements. Build and manage seamless, automated data pipelines within a transitioning Microsoft‑to‑Google Workspace environment. Ensure absolute data flow integrity across SAP, ADP, and SuccessFactors. Serve as the primary steward of HR master data and reporting governance. Establish rigorous validation logic to ensure flawless data structure and accuracy across all employee lifecycle datasets. Partner seamlessly across HR, Operations, Payroll, Finance, and IT. Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the total business lifecycle to optimize workforce tracking. Draft technical standard operating procedures (SOPs) and governance documentation regarding cross‑departmental data architectures. What You’ll Need Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet and reporting tools, including Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, with the ability to translate complex logic, formulas, validations, and reporting structures across evolving platforms. Demonstrated ability to build automated solutions using Google Apps Script and similar scripting/automation tools to streamline manual workflows, eliminate redundant processes, and develop operational tools. Ability to adapt technical reporting and automation solutions from a Microsoft‑based environment into a Google Workspace‑centric ecosystem. Deep technical comprehension of HR systems, employee lifecycle processes, and workforce records. Proven experience safeguarding highly sensitive personnel data under strict HR compliance guidelines. Exceptional analytical skills balanced with high business literacy. Ability to think holistically about how workforce metrics impact downstream operations in Sales, Logistics, and Administration. High level of ownership and attention to detail. Comfort working cross‑functionally and driving projects forward with minimal supervision. Required Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Finance, HR Management, or a related quantitative field. 3–5 years of experience managing complex people metrics, organizational reporting, workforce records, and interactive dashboard engineering. In lieu of a degree, 5+ years of experience in an advanced data/workforce analytics capacity will meet requirements. Physical Job Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. What You’ll Receive At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry. All our employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) for sickness or vacation Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success 401(k) Plan (5% company match) Voluntary Term Life & AD&DD Insurance Total Well‑Being Program DailyPay, a voluntary benefit allowing employees to access their pay on their own schedule. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lidl