About the role
We’ve got an exciting opportunity to join our team that looks after the branch systems used across our business centres. This team works with the MIDAS applications, covering everything from delivery efficiencies and stock to customer maintenance across Booker and Makro. We’re also closely linked with the Development and Operations teams to make sure everything runs smoothly, securely, and efficiently.
As an IS Senior Analyst, you’ll be right at the heart of things. You’ll take the lead on development projects for our MIDAS back office systems, supporting the IS Manager while also running projects yourself from start to finish. You’ll be keeping everything on track, from planning to delivery, and making sure the team knows who’s doing what, deadlines are clear, and progress is moving forward.

You will be responsible for

• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Write, review and analyse system specifications to develop effective test cases.
• Execute test cases and analyse results.
• Evaluate system functionality based of specifications.
• Report bugs and errors found during the testing process to development teams.
• Have a sense of urgency enabling you to prioritise and escalate to other colleagues and senior managers should situations occur that require further focus or specialism.
• You will also focus on analysing how the systems and processes work, as well as adhering to rigorous testing procedures.
• Excellent writing skills for documentation purposes.

You will need

• Good understanding of how the MIDAS system functions.
• Technical project management skills and successful delivery of IT systems / improvements.
• Knowledge of wholesale industry business processes.
• Background in software testing, change management, or support provision.
• Good people management, with proven ability to effectively work with other internal and external teams.
• Service management skills with experience of dealing with external suppliers.
• Consistent delivery of results.

About The Company
Booker is the UK’s leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.
We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.
We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed employer and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact recruitment@bookergroup.com
Please note
We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.
On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.
Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco
For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk
What’s in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Write, review and analyse system specifications to develop effective test cases.
• Execute test cases and analyse results.
• Evaluate system functionality based of specifications.
• Report bugs and errors found during the testing process to development teams.
• Have a sense of urgency enabling you to prioritise and escalate to other colleagues and senior managers should situations occur that require further focus or specialism.
• You will also focus on analysing how the systems and processes work, as well as adhering to rigorous testing procedures.
• Excellent writing skills for documentation purposes