Senior Director, Business Intelligence (Remote - US and Canada)

Cytel; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics company is seeking an experienced professional to define and execute their BI roadmap. This fully remote role requires extensive experience in data governance and team management, as well as a strong command of BI tools. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in BI or data analytics, including senior leadership roles. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in BI or data analytics, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience with Oracle BI tools, data warehousing, and financial reporting systems.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the BI roadmap aligned with business strategy and goals.
• Lead the design and implementation of scalable BI solutions.
• Build and mentor a high-performing team of BI analysts, data engineers, and reporting specialists.

Skills

Leadership in BI

Data governance

SQL

Stakeholder management

Data modeling

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Oracle BI

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the BI roadmap aligned with business strategy and goals.

• Partner with executive leadership to identify data opportunities that drive growth and efficiency.

• Champion data governance, quality, and compliance across the organization.

• Lead the design and implementation of scalable BI solutions using Oracle and other platforms

• Oversee data warehousing, ETL processes, and dashboard development.

• Evaluate and integrate BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker) to enhance reporting capabilities.

• Partner with other IT functions to adhere to architecture, security, SDLC processes and other applicable processes and frameworks.

Technical Oversight

Financial & Talent Reporting and Insights

• Collaborate with Finance to develop automated, accurate, and timely reporting systems.

• Deliver insights on revenue trends, cost optimization, and forecasting.

• Deliver insights on talent cost, resourcing, predictive analytics for talent management

• Translate complex data into executive-level presentations and recommendations.

• Build and mentor a high-performing team of BI analysts, data engineers, and reporting specialists.

• Foster cross-functional collaboration with IT, Finance, Operations, and Marketing.

Team Management

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and/or Canada at the time of application without the need for sponsorship.

This role is 100% remote in the US and or Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or related field.

• 10+ years in BI or data analytics, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.

• Proven experience with Oracle BI tools, data warehousing, and financial reporting systems.

• Strong command of SQL, data modelling, and visualization platforms.

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, clinical research) is a plus

• Proven ability to work in fast paced, changing environment with multiple stakeholders and prioritization needs

• Demonstrated experience in evaluating needs, tools and solutions to recommend the most practical options for delivery

Cytel Inc. is an Equal Employment / Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by law.