Senior Business Intelligence Analyst

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 76,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid vacation

Professional development

Stable work environment

Impactful data insights

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst to join its data analytics team in Queenstown. This on-site role focuses on transforming raw data into actionable insights, developing dashboards with BI tools, and supporting departments with critical business information.

You will lead dashboard development, ensure data accuracy, and collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical specifications for ETL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in BI or data analysis.
• Proficiency in Power BI, Tableau or Qlik Sense/View.
• Strong SQL skills for data querying and manipulation.
• Experience with data warehousing concepts and ETL processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in an on-site Queenstown setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance BI dashboards and reports using Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView.
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather reporting requirements.
• Translate business requirements into technical specs for ETL.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity in reporting and analysis.
• Provide training and support to end-users on BI tools and reports.
• Identify opportunities for BI process improvements and optimization.
• Stay up-to-date with BI technologies and trends.
• Present findings and recommendations to management.

Skills

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik Sense/View

SQL

Data warehousing

ETL

Analytical thinking

Communication

Presentation

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent retail corporation, is seeking an accomplished Senior Business Intelligence Analyst to join their data analytics team. This on-site role, based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA , offers a fantastic opportunity to leverage data to drive strategic business decisions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, reporting, and dashboard development, with a deep understanding of BI tools and methodologies. You will be responsible for transforming raw data into actionable insights, supporting various departments with critical business information, and contributing to the company's growth through data-informed strategies. This role requires a proactive individual who can work independently and collaboratively within a professional office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance business intelligence dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView.
• Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that support business objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to gather requirements for reporting and analysis needs.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL).
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity in all reporting and analysis.
• Provide training and support to end-users on BI tools and reports.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements and optimization within the BI function.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest BI technologies and trends.
• Present findings and recommendations to management and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Business Intelligence or Data Analysis.
• Proficiency in BI tools such as Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik Sense/View.
• Strong SQL skills for data querying and manipulation.
• Experience with data warehousing concepts and ETL processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in an on-site setting in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous paid vacation and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A stable and supportive work environment within a well-established company.
• The chance to make a tangible impact on business strategy through data insights.