A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cables, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products, and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools, and job site power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation, and replacement to support our customers as a value-added partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercise environmental stewardship, and enhance the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Long Description
We are seeking an experienced Director of Business Intelligence (BI) with 15-20 years of expertise to lead and oversee a small team of skilled Snowflake and Tableau engineers. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of data analytics, BI strategies, and team leadership. You will be responsible for driving the company's BI initiatives, ensuring data accuracy, optimizing performance, and delivering insightful analytics to support business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Snowflake and Tableau engineers.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide professional development opportunities.
2. Strategic Planning:
- Develop and execute the BI strategy aligned with the company's goals.
- Identify and prioritize BI projects based on business needs and impact.
- Drive the adoption of best practices in data management and analytics.
3. Technical Oversight:
- Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of BI solutions using Snowflake and Tableau.
- Ensure data integrity, consistency, and security across all BI platforms.
- Optimize the performance of BI tools and infrastructure.
4. Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and translate them into actionable insights.
- Communicate complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ensure timely and accurate delivery of BI reports and dashboards.
5. Data Governance:
- Implement and enforce data governance policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations.
- Promote data literacy across the organization.
6. Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
- Stay current with the latest BI technologies and trends.
- Drive innovation by exploring new tools and techniques to enhance BI capabilities.
- Continuously improve BI processes and methodologies.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
Experience: 15-20 years of experience in Business Intelligence, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Snowflake and Tableau.
- Strong understanding of data warehousing, ETL processes, and data modeling.
- Experience with other BI tools and technologies is a plus.
- Leadership: Proven track record of managing and leading high-performing BI teams.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement BI strategies that align with business objectives.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
If you are passionate about driving innovation and business transformation using data-driven decision analytics, we encourage you to apply!
Required Education, Experience, and Skills
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's
Specialized Degree: Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
Years of Experience: 15+
Field of Expertise: Business Intelligence, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Preferred Minimum Education Level: Master's
Preferred Years of Experience: 15+
Other Preferred Skills, Licenses, & Certificates: Proficiency in Snowflake and Tableau.
- Strong understanding of data warehousing, ETL processes, and data modeling.
- Experience with other BI tools and technologies is a plus.
- Leadership: Proven track record of managing and leading high-performing BI teams.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement BI strategies that align with business objectives.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- 5+ years of SAP/ BW/BOBJ/SAC
Reporting Spans of Control
Reports To (Supervisor Title): VP of AI and Advanced Analytics
Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes
Direct Reports Job Title(s): Manager
Number of Direct Reports: 5-10
Scope: All Locations
Travel: Domestic
% of Time: Up to 50%
Workplace Setting: Hybrid (2-3 days a week On-Site)
Benefits We Offer:
401k with Matching Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Long & Short-Term Disability Supplemental Insurance Plans Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Tuition Reimbursement Programs Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities Parental Leave & MoreSouthwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.