Enterprise Analytics & Intelligence Specialist

Due to a growing portfolio, we are currently looking for an Enterprise Analytics & Intelligence Specialist to be based in South Africa with flexible working hours. Your time here As an Enterprise Analytics & Intelligence Specialist and Power BI / Spotfire expert, contribute to the implementation of the Business Intelligence infrastructure at Parexel. Key Accountabilities: Develop and maintain Power BI / Spotfire dashboards and reports Design and implement data models to support the reporting Analyze data to identify trends and patterns Create and maintain data models Collaborate with stakeholders / customers to understand business requirements and develop solutions Validate the business needs with proof-of-concept prototypes Troubleshoot and debug reporting issues Monitor and optimize reporting performance Create necessary documentation required for dashboards Train Parexel personnel to apply and understand dashboards Support different project initiatives as assigned Understand and leverage global Corporate Quality/OED organization Anticipate potential organizational and cultural barriers to success and identify how to turn them into enablers Skills: Understanding of Lean Six Sigma, Process Excellence, or similar methodologies Ability to learn and understand the business to support the development of solutions that are low maintenance and provide high value Computer literacy and expertise with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Business Objects Reports, SharePoint, HTML, TIBCO Spotfire or PowerBI (or equivalent) Understanding standards for data models, data warehouse and reporting performance-tuning techniques. Exhibits competency across core project management activities, including a strong focus on key performance indicators. Excellent presentation skills - ability to present effectively to technical and non-technical colleagues at all levels Positive attitude and ability to adjust to changing priorities, time zones, work assignments, unforeseen events, and new learning Culturally aware and ability to think and work with virtual/global teams and travel as needed Excellent listening skills, ability to build cross-functional relationships and influence without authority across all levels and functions to gain trust, and a client-focused approach to work Highly motivated, deliver work on time with high level of quality, ability to work with minimal supervision Exhibits a sense of urgency about solving problems and completing work Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication and decision-making skills, business understanding, and strong organizational skills Must be proficient in Agile methodology Ability to manage multiple, varied tasks with enthusiasm, and prioritize workload with attention to detail Willingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork Excellent English written and oral communication skills Knowledge and Experience : Computer Science with 3+ years of experience in data analysis, data visualization, and data modeling Proficiency in Power BI / Spotfire, SQL, and other data analysis tools Strong understanding of cloud computing and Microsoft Azure Experience developing custom business solutions Good understanding of technology & analytical skills as it relates to clinical trial activities, data warehouses, and applicable GCP regulations pertaining to computer systems Education: Degree in Computer Science or equivalent with 3+ years of experience Business Intelligence and/or Statistical Data Analysis experience preferred