Director Business Analytics

KD Pharma Group is a medium-sized, internationally active company with headquarters in Bexbach, Saarland, Germany, and specialized in the manufacture of customized products that meet the diverse needs of the global market. KD Pharma Group is one of the few companies in the world that offers concentrates with a purity of up to 99.5 %. This is achieved by focusing solely on research and technology
development for omega-3 fatty acids. This enables KD Pharma Group to provide tailor-made solutions that enable each customer to differentiate itself from its competitors in the global marketplace.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a committed Director Business Analytics (m/f/d).

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, analyze, and document business requirements related to data analytics and reporting needs.
• Design, develop, and maintain data models, dashboards, and reports using Azure Synapse and Azure Fabric technologies to provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Extract, transform, and load (ETL) data from various sources into the Azure data platform for analytical purposes, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
• Create and manage data pipelines to automate data workflows and improve data accessibility.
• Perform data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations that drive business decision-making and support strategic initiatives.
• Conduct thorough data validation and quality checks to ensure the integrity and reliability of the data used in reporting and analysis.
• Collaborate with IT teams to troubleshoot data-related issues and optimize data storage and retrieval processes in Azure Synapse and Azure Fabric.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in data analytics, business intelligence, and cloud technologies.
• Communicate complex technical concepts and analytical findings to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
• Assist in training team members and end-users on data visualization tools and self-service analytics capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in business intelligence, data analytics, or a similar analytical role.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Azure Data Analytics technologies for data modelling, reporting, and analytics.
• Strong SQL skills for data extraction, transformation, and querying from various data sources.
• Experience in data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar, to create interactive dashboards and reports.
• Familiarity with data warehousing concepts, ETL processes, and data governance principles.
• Familiar with ERP systems, such as Microsoft Business Central and SAP.
• Knowledge of cloud-based technologies and platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure) is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional business teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, handling multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
• Working in line with current company cGMP procedures including all relevant SOP's and guidelines.
• Ensuring that work is carried out in accordance with appropriate EHS Procedures.
• Programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages for data analysis and manipulation.
• Experience with big data technologies like Hadoop, Spark, or Databricks.
• Knowledge of machine learning concepts and applications for predictive analytics.
• Familiarity with data security and privacy best practices.

A varied, versatile and challenging position with a high level of personal responsibility. You will be trained “on the job” in a committed and competent team
• Individual career and development opportunities in an internationally operating company
• Attractive compensation with additional benefits
• Free water and coffee
• Company products at employee prices
• Company events