Teamhead, Business Intelligence SEAO

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The Teamhead, Business Intelligence SEAO is a strategic leader responsible for shaping and executing the regional BI vision to drive data-driven decision-making across the SEAO cluster. This role bridges business strategy and data analytics, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights that power growth, operational efficiency, and commercial performance. The role encompasses full BI ownership—from data ingestion and engineering to advanced reporting and visualization—ensuring the organization becomes truly insight-led.

Task 1: BI Strategy Execution & Visualization Development

• Lead the development of impactful, user-centric BI dashboards and reports using Power BI.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to understand key business questions and translate them into analytical deliverables.
• Ensure reporting aligns with industry best practices in data storytelling, usability, and performance.
• Conduct end-user training and change management to maximize BI adoption and engagement

Task 2: BI Project Leadership & Data Integration

• Plan and drive high-impact BI initiatives across departments, aligning with business goals.
• Manage cross-functional project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communication.
• Champion data integration efforts, connecting multiple sources into a unified and accessible BI ecosystem.

Task 3: BI Cube Governance & Global Collaboration

• Collaborate with the Global BI Team to maintain and enhance the BI tabular cube infrastructure.
• Ensure data quality, reliability, and scalability in alignment with global BI standards.
• Support global initiatives on Spark-based data solutions, ELT pipeline design, and Data Lake management.

Task 4: Operational BI Support & Continuous Improvement

• Serve as the first point of contact for BI issues, troubleshooting data discrepancies and ensuring minimal downtime.
• Liaise with global counterparts to resolve issues effectively and document learnings.
• Identify process bottlenecks and lead continuous improvement in BI operations.

Task 5: Process Excellence & BI Best Practices

• Establish and document BI development standards, governance, and quality assurance practices.
• Foster a data-driven culture by embedding analytics in business planning and decision workflows.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business, or related fields

Professional:

• 5–7 years in business intelligence, analytics, or data engineering and/or business Intelligence field
• Proven experience leading BI strategy or transformation project
• Industry background in retail, wholesale, or consumer goods preferred

IT Skills:

• Power BI
• Professional in DAX (using DAX studio, Tabular Editor, Power BI)
• Strong coding skills (SQL, Python)
• Basic understanding of "Azure Synapse Analytics" (Synapse Pipelines; Apache Spark for Synapse, Synapse Studio) and other ETL tools
• Basic knowledge in SAP
• Basic knowledge in API
• Advanced skills in Excel, including macros

Language Skills:

• English (Business Level)

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.