Job Description:

Purpose:

- As a Business Data Analyst, you analyze and interpret complex data to provide actionable insights that support business decision-making and strategy development.

- Work closely with stakeholders to identify data needs, create reports, and develop data models that drive business performance and optimize operational efficiency.

- Ensure data accuracy and contribute to the continuous improvement of data processes and tools.

Responsibilities:

- Analyze and interpret complex data sets to provide actionable insights that support business decision-making and strategy development.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business needs and data requirements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

- Develop and maintain data models, dashboards, and reports, providing clear and concise visualizations that communicate key findings to stakeholders.

- Ensure data accuracy and integrity by performing data validation, cleansing, and quality checks, maintaining high standards of data governance.

- Extract, transform, and load (ETL) data from various sources into analytical tools, ensuring data is prepared and structured for analysis.

- Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies within data sets, providing insights that drive business process improvements and operational efficiency.

- Support the development and implementation of data-driven strategies, working closely with business units to optimize performance and achieve key objectives.

- Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders, translating complex data insights into understandable and actionable business terms.

- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in data analytics, integrating new tools and methodologies to enhance analytical capabilities.

- Provide training and support to team members and other departments on data analysis techniques and the use of analytical tools, fostering a data-driven culture within the organization.

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in data science, business analytics, computer science, statistics, or a related field is required.

- Certifications such as Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate, or Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) are highly recommended.

- Proficiency in data analysis, statistical tools, and business intelligence (BI) platforms is essential.

- A masters degree in a related field is preferred but not mandatory.

Experience:

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a related field, with demonstrated expertise in analyzing business data to support decision-making processes.

- Proven experience in collecting, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that drive business performance.

- Strong technical background with hands-on experience in using data analysis tools and languages such as SQL, Python, R, or Excel, and proficiency in business intelligence platforms like Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik.

- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement data models, reports, and dashboards that provide actionable insights to stakeholders across the organization.

- Experience in working closely with business units to understand their data needs, translating business requirements into data-driven solutions that support strategic goals.

- Proficiency in data visualization techniques, with the ability to present complex data in a clear and compelling manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.

- Knowledge of data governance, data quality management, and best practices for ensuring data integrity and accuracy across systems.

- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify data-related issues and recommend effective solutions to improve business processes.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, and operations, to support data-driven initiatives.

- Relevant certifications such as Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate, or Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) are preferred.

Functional Competencies:

- Compliance

- Governance, Risk and Control

- Analytics and reporting

- IT Tools and application

- Cost and budget control

- Business Partnering

- Digital savvy

- Business Acumen

- Contract Management

- Management of change application