Cairn has an exciting opportunity for a BI and Data Analytics Manager to join the central IT function with an added focus on data quality and alignment across the organization. This is a fast-paced and demanding role working across a matrixed organization in a bid to deliver accurate and timely information to support key business decision making and help in the overall scalability and growth of Cairn.
As a BI and Data Analytics Manager you own the BI backlog, where all business needs and activities come together, and you will work closely with key stakeholders and BI developers to provide focused backlog management and iteration planning.
Key responsibilities:
* Manage the delivery of BI & Reporting solutions within both budgetary and timeframe constraints
* Define a clear vision for the BI & Reporting function and identifying growth opportunities
* Communicate with stakeholders to make sure our reporting strategy is being achieved and with teams across the organization so everyone understands the goals, how we get there and any updates along the way
* Connect the interests of stakeholders within the organization and act as project leader for larger jobs or projects
* Work collaboratively within Agile principles for any BI requests from business stakeholders and maintain a central view of all active reporting development, backlogs and prioritization
* Ownership of centralized reporting catalog that is maintained and fit for purpose.
* Support and align all those tasked with data & analytics generation to adapt and change to a common way of working, as well as eliminating duplication of effort across the organization.
* Manage team of BI Data Engineers and Developers
* Coach and facilitate the wider BI community within Cairn in their work planning, development and cooperation
* Lead solution design with business stakeholders where technical process improvements required
* Work closely with the IT project teams to ensure reporting requirements are set out in line with data strategy for any systems being implemented
* Drive data alignment across systems to improve reporting accuracy and ensure the underlying data is fit for purpose with the various data owners / leads
* Review and maintain access control for reporting catalogue in line with company data policies.
* Prepare monthly reporting to the leadership team on the backlog and relevant KPIs
What you need:
* 7+ years of experience within the BI & Data domain
* 3+ Years experience as team lead / manager with strong people management skills.
* Previous development experience and in-depth working knowledge of PowerBI including performance best practices for large data set Views, Dimensions, Cubes, Measures and Partitions
* Proven ability to design and deploy rich graphic visualizations (following corporate design standards) including scorecards and dashboards using functions such as calculated fields etc.
* Ability to define corporate standards for look and feel among other items and ability to implement or help implement those standards across the organisation
* Ability to work with cross functional teams within the organization to ensure alignment of data strategy and promote collaboration
* Strong project management skills and takes ownership of data strategy roadmap
* Process driven individual with experience of problem solving with inefficient processes
* Proficiency in use of relevant software and analytical tools (PowerBI, Azure Synapse, DevOps is key)
* Knowledge of Microsoft Business Central, Dynamics 365 and Jet Reports will be an advantage
* Excellent communication skills both oral and written
Working with Cairn Homes
At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.
We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits in Cairn which include;
* Competitive salary
* Performance related bonus
* Pension scheme with matching contributions
* Full health insurance with Irish Life health
* Annual salary review
* Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
* Paid maternity & paternity leave
* Free Cairn annual leave days
* Life assurance
* Income protection
* Employee Assistance Programme with VHI
* Tax saver - travel and bike to work
* Culture Committee
* Talent Development Programmes
* Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)
* Company vehicle (role dependent)
The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.
At Cairn, it is not what we build, it is why we build. It is about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential. Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.
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