Forward Air is seeking to advance its business intelligence capabilities and enable key stakeholders to make informed decisions based on reliable data insights by developing and managing complex data visualizations, dashboards, and analytical solutions.
Requirements
- High level of proficiency with Power BI, including Power BI Desktop, Power Query, and Power BI Service
- Experience with data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts
- Strong command of data visualization, modeling, and transformation techniques, with the ability to work with large datasets efficiently
- Knowledge of Python, R, or other data analysis tools is a plus
- Advanced SQL skills for data extraction and manipulation
- Experience with Power BI development, data visualization, and business intelligence, with proven success in delivering advanced analytical solutions in a complex environment
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in Power BI development, data visualization, and business intelligence
Responsibilities
- Advanced Report Development: Lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex Power BI reports and dashboards, incorporating rate calculations and performance optimization techniques
- Strategic Data Integration: Collaborate closely with internal data engineers and architects to integrate, transform, and optimize data from multiple sources, ensuring high accuracy, security, and performance
- Data Modeling: Develop and optimize data models that drive efficient, scalable reporting and analysis, including handling large and complex datasets across the organization
- Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and refine reports and dashboards to improve speed and user experience, identifying and resolving bottlenecks
- Documentation and Best Practices: Establish and maintain clear documentation for BI processes, data models, and reporting standards, driving adherence to best practices and compliance with industry regulations
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on the latest trends, tools, and techniques in data visualization and analytics, proposing and implementing enhancements to the organization’s BI capabilities
- Stakeholder Management: Work with Business stakeholders, including department heads and executive leadership, to gather requirements, deliver insights, and propose BI solutions that align with strategic business objectives
Other
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field
- Master's degree preferred
- Must be a self-starter that does not require constant direction
- Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with ability to communicate effectively across all levels of operations/users
