Digital Data & Innovation Analyst

We’re looking for a proactive Digital Data & Innovation Analyst to join our IT team and help strengthen Barker’s growing modern data and digital capability.

This hands‑on role plays a key part in delivering trusted data, business‑ready insights, and smarter ways of working across the organisation.

You’ll work closely with teams across Operations, R&D, Sales, Finance and beyond, helping turn data into insight and ideas into action.

About Us

Nestled at the foot of the Four Peaks mountain range in Geraldine, Barker’s has proudly operated from the corner of the original family farm since 1969. Today, with over 230 employees across New Zealand, Barker’s continues to invest in innovation, people, and exceptional product experiences.

Living The Barker’s Way means bringing passion, care, curiosity and innovative thinking to everything we do.

The Role

As a Digital Data & Innovation Analyst, you’ll help build, operate and continuously improve Barker’s modern, cloud‑based data platform. This is a role with visibility and impact across the business, where you’ll balance day‑to‑day delivery with longer‑term improvement and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Modern Data & Reporting
• Support and enhance Barker’s cloud‑based data platform (Snowflake, DBT, Mage AI)
• Build, automate and maintain reliable end‑to‑end data pipelines
• Develop and support Power BI dashboards, datasets and reporting solutions
• Administer Power BI workspaces, permissions, gateways and governance
• Deliver ad‑hoc analysis and investigations using SQL, Python and APIs
• Automation, Innovation & Improvement
• Contribute to data automation, digital innovation and early‑stage AI initiatives
• Research, test and help introduce new tools, technologies and better ways of working
• Support and progressively modernise existing SSRS, automated and Excel‑based reporting
• Support & Collaboration
• Troubleshoot data, pipeline and reporting issues and improve data quality
• Provide user support, documentation and training across BI, data and Microsoft 365 tools
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on data and digital projects

About You

You’re curious, practical and solutions‑focused, with a genuine interest in how data and digital tools can support better business outcomes. You enjoy learning, improving systems, and working with people across the business.

You’ll bring:

• Experience in data engineering, BI or analytics — or a strong foundation with a desire to grow
• Strong SQL skills and hands‑on experience with Power BI
• Exposure to modern cloud data platforms (Snowflake preferred)
• Familiarity with DBT, Python, data orchestration tools and API integrations (or willingness to learn)
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with non‑technical stakeholders
• A proactive, organised approach and the ability to balance multiple priorities
• An interest in automation, digital transformation and continuous improvement
• A tertiary qualification in Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science or a related field is preferred, but equivalent experience is welcome.

What We Offer

• Make an impact - Play a key role in Barker’s data and digital journey
• Innovation in action - Contribute to analytics, automation and emerging AI initiatives
• Grow with us - Develop your skills with modern tools and real‑world business challenges
• Collaborative culture - Work with supportive teams across IT and the wider business
• A trusted NZ brand - Be part of a values‑led company with a strong heritage
• Lifestyle appeal - Based in the heart of South Canterbury

If you’re passionate about data, enjoy solving problems and want to help drive smarter decisions through technology and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Barker’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.