BI & Data Analist

ECS; West-Vlaanderen; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic work environment

Attractive remuneration

In-house childcare (Zeebrugge HQ)

Job summary

ECS is seeking a BI & Data Analyst to design, build, and manage data pipelines, models, and semantic layers on the Microsoft Fabric platform. You will transform raw data into production-ready data products underpinning reporting, analytics, and AI applications.

You will work with stakeholders to translate information needs into scalable data solutions, leveraging SQL, Python, and strong data modeling skills within a dynamic, family-owned company environment.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Dutch and English (spoken and written).
• Strong knowledge of Power BI and MS Fabric required.
• Experience with data modeling, data analysis, and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of CI/CD and modern data architecture is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Designing and building ETL/ELT pipelines and data workflows.
• Translating business needs into scalable data solutions and products.
• Managing the data layer with structured, reliable datasets.
• Developing data models and semantic layers based on domain definitions.
• Implementing data quality governance, metadata, and lineage.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data modeling

Statistics

Dutch language

English language

Education

Master’s degree in a numerical field

Tools

Power BI

MS Fabric

Python

SQL

Qlik Sense

SSRS

CI/CD

Job description

Data is the new oil, and that’s no different at ECS. The goal is to extract valuable insights from the vast amount of data within ECS to make the business smarter and more efficient. You will join a dynamic team.

Role

As a BI & Data Analyst, you design, build, and manage data pipelines, data models, and semantic layers within our Microsoft Fabric platform. You transform raw source data into reliable, production-ready data products that serve as the foundation for reporting, analytics, and AI applications.

You combine strong technical expertise (SQL, Python, and data modeling) with analytical insight and work closely with business stakeholders to translate information needs into scalable and sustainable data solutions.

Responsibilities

• Designing and building ETL/ELT pipelines — Designing, developing, maintaining, and automating data pipelines within the data platform
• Translating business needs — Converting information requirements, KPI logic, and business rules into concrete data solutions and data products
• Managing and developing the data layer — Setting up and maintaining structured, reliable datasets following a layered architecture
• Developing data models and semantic layers — Building dimensional and semantic models based on domain definitions
• Implementing data quality and governance — Providing data quality checks, metadata, and data lineage according to established standards
• Working according to ECS standards — Implementing solutions in line with security, privacy, and governance guidelines
• Ensuring performance and scalability — Monitoring and improving the performance, scalability, and reliability of data solutions
• Applying architecture standards — Correctly implementing defined data and platform standards
• Collaborating with stakeholders — Working closely with business, IT, and other stakeholders to accurately translate domain logic into technical implementations
• Supporting BI, analytics, and AI — Delivering datasets and data products that are optimally usable for reporting, analytics, and AI/ML applications

Work Schedule

Office hours

Location

Profile

You have the following qualities

• You have strong analytical skills and are able to think abstractly and solution-oriented
• You have a strong affinity for data modeling, data analysis, and statistics
• You can work independently and proactively
• You hold a Master’s degree with a strong numerical focus, or equivalent through experience
• You have good knowledge of databases, Python, SQL code, ETL pipelines, and ETL processes
• You have experience in a role where reporting, data modeling, and/or data analysis are central
• Knowledge of Power BI and MS Fabric is a must. Knowledge of Qlik Sense, SSRS, or other reporting tools is a plus
• Knowledge of CI/CD, and modern data architecture is a strong plus
• You are fluent in spoken and written Dutch and English; knowledge of French is a plus

Our offer

• Work environment: step into a dynamic and innovative work environment, with the values of a family business
• Conditions: enjoy attractive remuneration and working conditions, complemented by fringe benefits
• Growth: discover numerous career opportunities and build your future within ECS
• Development: get opportunities to further develop your knowledge and skills through numerous internal and external training courses
• Culture: join a corporate culture where wellbeing is key
• Activities: take part in fun activities and sports sessions after work
• Childcare (only headquarters in Zeebrugge): take advantage of our in-house childcare for a perfect work-life balance