Business Intelligence Lead

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry 
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

JOB TITLE                   :           Reporting Automation Manager (BI)

REPORTS TO               :            Reporting Automation Lead

FUNCTION                    :            Central Ops

SUB-FUNCTION            :            Performance Management Team

Grade                           :              G35

LOCATION                   :              Pakistan

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Reporting automation manager will play a key role in enabling data driven story telling in BAT. This role will be responsible to manage a team of BI developers and give necessary technical leadership to enable PowerBI delivery of Descriptive and Diagnostic Dashboards.  

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PowerBI development (backend and frontend), PowerPlatforms in General (Fabrics, Dataverse, PowerApps and PowerAutomate), Continuous Improvement Mindset and a good understanding on how to operate Azure DevOps to manage agile projects.

In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining a robust and efficient PowerBI deployment pipeline, as well as ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of our PowerBI production systems.

Additionally, this role is also responsible for automating the deployment process, identifying and troubleshooting performance bottlenecks. This role will be an internal client facing role as  involvement in solutioning, and change managent as required.

• Proven track record in End to End Dashboard Development SDLC (Data to Dashboard), Strong developing knowledge of PowerQuery, M Language, DAX and PowerBI functions is a must

• Develop and maintain a robust and efficient PowerBI deployment pipeline using Azure DevOps

• Lead, coach and manage team to deliver BI products using agile methodology

• Collaborate with the clients and the development team to ensure that PowerBI applications are deployed in a way that is consistent with best practices for security and performance

• Provide technical leadership to the development team and act as the escalation point during development

• Contribute in High Level Engagement and collaborate with Business Analyst to perform feasibility study, delivering POC and provide consultation and recommendation to stakeholders

• Proven track records in developing dashboard with multiple data sources and communicate requirements to Data Anlyst or relevant team

• Perform diagnostic on existing excel reports, develop solutions, perform implementation and monitor validation processes to ensure data integrity and optimal performance

• Collaborate with Data Analyst and Platform Team to enable rapid BI Developments

• Define and maintain internal processes and quality standards documentation to ensure process controls and audits are up to date and aligned to BAT standards

• Contribute in the development of SDLC, Project Governance Files and Templates

• Build data governance checkpoints and contribute in building Operating Model

• Effectively manage multiple stringent project timelines in fast paced business environment

• Continuously Improve team ways of working and operating model to ensure effective and efficient delivery

1. Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Degree in Data Science, Marketing, Finance, Analytics or related field
• At least 4-5 years proven track records in developing BI projects with at least 1-2 years of team management experience
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written
• Azure DevOps Certification/ Hands-on experience
• Strong Problem Solving, Continuous Improvement, and Resouceful Mindset
• Experience in using direct query with Database Infrastructure i.e. Snowflake, Azure Blob
• Strong Expertise in using PowerBI, including integration with PowerApps and PowerAutomate are preferred
• Proven track records in delivering multiple BI projects with various complexity
• Hands-on Developing Experience with Microsoft Products (Excel, PowerBI, Sharepoints, PowerAutomate, PowerApps, Excel Macro, PowerQuery)
• Comfortable with numbers and good analytical sense
• Experience in developing product using agile methodologies and ways of working

Desirable Requirement :

• Having Scrum Master/ Project Management Experience
• Good Understanding of Data Structure, Transformation and Architecture

2. Relationship Objective:

1. Create proactive and effective stakeholder engagement at all levels to maintain good relationships

• Functional SPOCs
• Business Analyst
• Functional Users – Global users (not co-located in Pakistan)

2. Creates a collaborative and constructive culture for his/her reportees and provides leadership support to the team

3. Innovation Objective:

Identify and actively pursue continuous improvement opportunities to increase the overall efficiency and effectiveness of processes

4. Additional Comments

What we offer you?
•    We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
•    Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
•    Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
•    You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
•    We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.

We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.