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Category Analytics Specialist - 6 Month contract
Category Analytics Specialist - 6 Month contractMars • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Category Analytics Specialist - 6 Month contract

Category Analytics Specialist - 6 Month contract

Mars • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
12 days ago
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Category Analytics Specialist - 6 Month contract

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At Mars, we’re a family-owned business with over $35 billion in global sales and a strong passion for our people.

We’re on the lookout for an exceptional Power BI talent to join our highly engaged Category team in Auckland.

As our Category Analytics Specialist, you’ll play a key role in bringing data to life — improving access, usability, and insight generation for our Demand Associates across Snacking, Pet, and Food segments.

If you’re someone who loves building intuitive dashboards , streamlining reporting, and making data tell a story, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead the way in improving scan / shopper data access and usability across all business segments.
  • Own and enhance the Mars NZ Power BI reporting hub – you’ll be our go-to Power BI and Power Query expert.
  • Create and maintain a range of self-serve dashboards, empowering teams to access insights independently.
  • Act as the technical owner for Perfect Store reporting, analysis, and development.
  • Support BI localisation projects and drive consistency across reporting frameworks.

What You’ll Bring

  • A passion for data visualisation and storytelling through Power BI – you’re the person people turn to for smarter insights.
  • Solid experience with Microsoft Excel and a knack for turning complex data into clear, actionable reports.
  • Background in data analytics, category management, or insights, ideally within an FMCG or retail environment.
  • A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. Statistics, Finance, Marketing) is preferred.
  • Strong communication skills – you can translate data into business impact and influence decisions.
  • What’s In It For You

  • Be part of a supportive, high-performing team that lives our purpose of being “Categorically Positive.”
  • Opportunity to shape how Mars NZ uses data to drive category success.
  • Flexible working, great benefits, and the chance to grow your career with one of the world’s most trusted brands.
  • A workplace that values your development, wellbeing, and balance.
  • Ready to shape the story behind the numbers?

    Join Mars and use your Power BI expertise to make data meaningful.

    Please note : This role is a Maternity backfill contract being offered on an initial 6 Month period, with the potential to be extended for a further 6 months.

    Applications close : Sunday 23rd of November, 2025

    Seniority level

    Not Applicable

    Employment type

    Full-time

    Job function

    Marketing and Sales

    Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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