Business Intelligence (BI) Manager, APAC

Job Overview The BI Manager will be responsible for interpreting and analysing results as well as the delivery of a new high profile Microsoft Power BI solution, and develop the data processes, reporting, dashboards and data visualisations to meet the data analysis requirements of the business. Thereafter, be responsible for the continual improvement and administration of the Power BI system and related data infrastructure. The successful candidate will be the BI champion - well versed in effectively promoting the benefits of BI across the business to deliver a mind-set change. This role requires ongoing engagement with directors, department heads, key managers and stakeholders, as well as managing relationships with external trusted partners involved in delivering a Business Intelligence solution with high data quality to align with business strategic objective. This is a key role which involves determining project needs and resources to deliver the technical and functional requirements for the plan, as well as ensuring budget and deadline expectations are met and resources managed efficiently. Summary of Main Duties and Responsibilities: Data Analysis Interpret data, analyse results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports. Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimise statistical efficiency and quality. Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems. Identify, analyse, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets. Filter and “clean” data by reviewing computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems. Work with management to prioritise business and information needs. Locate and define new process improvement opportunities. Project Implementation Assist in the development and management of Power BI implementations, objectives, project scope, business objectives, with an overarching focus on customer experience. Utilisation of previous hands-on experience with Power BI projects, facilitating workshops to challenge current business thinking; ensuring BI is implemented with the best-in-class processes and approaches. Determine project needs and business resources required to execute the BI project successfully. Develop data governance to manage data sources, data processing and data quality. Work as partner with business owners to understand business requirements and data requirements, and using the Power BI tool to deliver BI reporting, dashboards, data visualisation etc. Define the data and reporting specifications. Manage and control related documents for Power BI system standardisation. Develop and manage the data warehouse, ETL (Extract, Transform, Load), and data schedule which are hosted in Azure PaaS and data centres. Support SQL server Database running, manage the database log, performance and efficiency. Troubleshoot data and report issues and provide the resolution to support the business to get accurate data and report results. Work closely with the Group BI team (UK) and the APAC regional BI team and roll out the Group standard Power BI solution to meet local business demands. Work with vendors and third-party data providers to ensure seamless integration of external data into internal systems, maintaining data quality, consistency, and licensing compliance. Training, Collaboration Change Management Develop the internal Power BI course and training materials. Regularly provide high quality training for business owners, key users, and end users in the region. Budget, supplier and stakeholder management. Identification and communication of risks and mitigating actions and conducting readiness assessments. Regular communication of project progress to sponsor, project teams and the leadership group. Collaborate with Group and external suppliers to build/manage relationships. Act as an agent of change - drive and coach behaviour change in our businesses to maximise value and adoption of the systems. Can identify and design localisations, workarounds, and enhancements required to meet customer needs. Serves as an internal subject matter expert and supports all company activities including but not limited to BI system implementations, integrations, and process consultations. Power BI tenant administration Work with 13 countries across various APAC time zones, as well as UK teams.