Lead Informatics Specialist

Search Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Services is seeking an Informatics Specialist in Houston, Texas, to support Manufacturing and Quality teams with data expertise. This role involves configuring data flows between SAP S4 HANA and Azure Cloud, developing reporting solutions, and ensuring data governance within a regulated environment. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, strong problem-solving skills, and experience with Power BI and data engineering. Join us to drive improvements in manufacturing performance and quality metrics.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience designing and building data engineering solutions using Azure Synapse Analytics and Microsoft Fabric.
• Strong expertise in data pipelines, lakehouse architectures, and performance optimization.
• Proficiency in Power BI including data modeling and advanced visualization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain data flows between SAP S4 HANA, IQVIA, Quality Management Systems, and Power BI.
• Implement and enforce data governance and quality standards.
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Data engineering solutions

Power BI

Data governance

Azure Synapse Analytics

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP S4 HANA

Azure Cloud Platform

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

Our Client is a global medical technology organization focused on improving patient outcomes through innovative healthcare solutions. With a strong commitment to advancing medical technology, the company develops solutions designed to enhance quality of life for patients worldwide.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Client is seeking an Informatics Specialist to serve as a key data expert supporting Manufacturing and Quality teams. This role leverages expertise in SAP S4 HANA, Microsoft Azure, and Power BI to transform complex operational data into actionable insights that drive improvements in manufacturing performance, quality metrics, and regulatory compliance within a highly regulated environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Configure and maintain data flows between SAP S4 HANA, IQVIA, Quality Management Systems, Azure Cloud Platform, and Power BI for reporting and analytics
• Ensure seamless data integration across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain systems
• Implement and enforce data governance and data quality standards
• Design and implement reporting solutions supporting production performance, inventory management, and quality metrics
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement
• Develop dashboards and reports in Power BI to provide actionable insights into manufacturing and quality performance
• Provide trend analysis on quality metrics, production efficiency, and compliance performance
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams to gather reporting requirements and deliver customized analytics solutions
• Train stakeholders on data tools and analytics best practices to enable data-driven decision-making
• Work closely with internal partners to resolve system issues and enhance data capabilities
• Identify opportunities for operational optimization through data analysis
• Evaluate emerging tools and technologies to enhance manufacturing and quality informatics capabilities
• Lead or support initiatives to automate and streamline reporting processes

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, or related field
• Hands-on experience designing and building data engineering solutions using Azure Synapse Analytics and Microsoft Fabric
• Strong expertise in data pipelines, lakehouse architectures, and performance optimization
• Proficiency in Power BI including data modeling and advanced visualization techniques
• Familiarity with manufacturing and quality processes, preferably within a medical device or regulated industry
• Strong knowledge of data governance and regulatory compliance frameworks including FDA, ISO 13485, GMP, and GxP
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with advanced analytics platforms such as Azure Synapse or Data Lakes
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite tools for metadata management and data lineage
• Certifications in Azure Synapse, Microsoft Fabric, or Power BI