Freelance Data Analyst MissionIndustry: Construction Wholesale & Building SupplyLocation: AntwerpContract Type: Freelance / Project-BasedOn-Site Requirement: 3 Days On-SiteStart: Immediate / FlexibleAbout the MissionA growing company in the construction wholesale and building materials sector is looking for a freelance Data Analyst to support a high-priority business intelligence mission in Antwerp.The company operates in a fast-moving B2B environment where purchasing trends, stock flow, supplier performance, and customer demand directly impact profitability. They are seeking someone who can turn operational data into clear commercial insight — quickly and effectively.This is a hands-on mission focused on real business impact, not endless reporting.Your MissionOver a focused 3-day on-site engagement, you will work directly with management and operational teams to uncover data-driven opportunities across sales, logistics, procurement, and customer performance.You will be expected to:Analyze sales and operational datasetsIdentify inefficiencies and performance gapsBuild actionable commercial insights from raw dataEvaluate stock movement and purchasing trendsDetect opportunities for margin optimizationTranslate complex findings into practical business recommendationsSupport decision-making through clear reporting and dashboard logicKey Areas of FocusSales performance analysisProduct and inventory trendsSupplier and procurement efficiencyCustomer segmentation and buying behaviourOperational KPI reportingForecasting opportunities within wholesale distributionIdeal Freelancer ProfileRequired SkillsStrong experience in data analysis or business intelligenceAdvanced Excel and data visualization skillsExperience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar toolsAbility to interpret commercial and operational dataStrong communication and stakeholder-facing skillsAble to work independently and deliver quicklyIndustry Experience PreferredExperience in one or more of the following sectors is highly valued:ConstructionBuilding materialsWholesale distributionLogisticsIndustrial supply chainsDeliverablesAt the end of the mission, the freelancer should provide:A concise analytical summaryKey operational and commercial insightsVisual dashboards or reporting recommendationsStrategic recommendations for efficiency and growthClear next-step actions for leadership teamsWhy This Mission Stands OutDirect access to business decision-makersHigh-impact short-term engagementReal operational datasets and commercial challengesOpportunity for ongoing freelance collaborationFast-paced environment where insights drive actionPractical InformationLocation: Antwerp, BelgiumOn-Site Presence: 3 Days RequiredContract Type: FreelanceCompensation: Competitive daily rate based on experienceLanguage: English required; Dutch or French is a plus