Associate Director, SAP Reporting

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 155,200 - 213,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives

Paid time off

Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Job summary

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. in San Rafael is seeking a Reporting Development Lead to manage a team delivering KPI reporting and dashboards. The role emphasizes leadership in report development using SAP DataSphere, Analytics Cloud, and Power BI. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, over 5 years in reporting/analytics, and experience with GxP compliance. The position includes a potential bonus and comprehensive benefits, with a salary range of $155,200 to $213,400.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in reporting and analytics development with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience with SAP DataSphere, SAP Business Data Cloud, SAP Analytics Cloud, and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of external report developers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of reporting solutions.
• Oversee the design, development, delivery, and maintenance of reports and dashboards using SAP DataSphere, SAP Business Data Cloud, SAP Analytics Cloud, and Power BI.
• Develop and manage an intake process for capturing and prioritizing reporting requirements from business stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strong SQL and data modeling skills

Understanding of ERP systems

Analytical and design skills

Proficiency in SAC scripting

GxP compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics or related field (Master’s preferred)

Tools

SAP DataSphere

SAP Business Data Cloud

SAP Analytics Cloud

Power BI

Job description

Position Summary

The Reporting Development Lead will be a key member of the Enterprise Data Excellence group within the ERP Center of Excellence (COE). Reporting to the Head of Data Quality, Reporting, and Analytics, this role will manage a team of external report developers to deliver right‑first‑time KPIs, reporting and dashboarding solutions using SAP DataSphere, SAP Business Data Cloud, SAP Analytics Cloud, and Power BI. The position will also establish and manage an intake process for collecting reporting requirements from business stakeholders and maintain a self‑service reporting catalog of all reports, KPIs, and dashboards. Experience with GxP compliance and validation processes within the life sciences industry is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of external report developers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of reporting solutions.
• Oversee the design, development, delivery, and maintenance of reports and dashboards using SAP DataSphere, SAP Business Data Cloud, SAP Analytics Cloud, and Power BI.
• Develop and manage an intake process for capturing and prioritizing reporting requirements from business stakeholders.
• Create and maintain a centralized self‑service reporting catalog including all reports, KPIs, and dashboards.
• Ensure all reporting solutions adhere to GxP compliance and validation requirements within the life sciences industry.
• Collaborate with functional teams, Data Stewards, Global Process Owners, Business Process Managers, and IT to align reporting solutions with business needs and ERP data standards.
• Attend and engage with existing data governance committees to collect requirements, align policies, and provide status updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in reporting and analytics development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience with SAP DataSphere, SAP Business Data Cloud, SAP Analytics Cloud, and Power BI.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and enterprise data management principles.
• Mandatory experience in GxP compliance and validation processes within the life sciences industry.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Technical Qualifications

• Proficiency in SAC scripting (JavaScript‑based) for advanced logic.
• Strong SQL and data modeling skills.
• Knowledge of Power BI or other BI tools (for hybrid environments).
• Understanding of cloud architecture and data security.
• Analytical and design skills: Ability to design intuitive dashboards and KPIs.
• Strong grasp of data visualization best practices.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimizing queries.
• Ability to create key KPIs and metrics based on desired metrics.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification
• SAP Certification in SAC, DataSphere, BDC

Core Competencies

• Leadership: Ability to inspire and manage teams effectively.
• Strategic Thinking: Skilled in aligning reporting strategies with business objectives.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in SAP DataSphere, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Business Data Cloud, and Power BI with strong understanding of SAP data architecture and leading security practices.
• Compliance Orientation: Deep understanding of GxP and validation processes in life sciences.
• Problem‑Solving: Ability to resolve complex data and reporting challenges efficiently.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The salary range for this position is: $155,200 to $213,400. BioMarin considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock‑based long‑term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company‑sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

For additional benefits information, visit: https://careers.biomarin.com/benefits.