BI & Data Transformation Manager – Cheshire – Up to £85,000 + Benefits – REF 031
£70,000 pa - £85,000 pa + Company Bonus + Benefits
Cheshire
Mon – Fri
Full-time, Hybrid working model
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a global medical device manufacturing organisation that develops, manufactures, and supplies innovative solutions used in applications worldwide.
The business operates across multiple international markets, with manufacturing and R&D facilities spanning Europe, the UK, and further global locations. It has grown significantly in recent years through a combination of organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, resulting in a diverse product portfolio and a complex, multi-system data landscape. With a strong focus on innovation, quality outcomes, and patient safety, data and analytics play a critical role in supporting operational performance and strategic decision-making.
As part of an ongoing transformation programme, the organisation is now seeking a BI & Data Transformation Manager to provide strategic leadership across its enterprise data and analytics capability.
The Role:
* Own and deliver the group-wide Data Warehouse and BI roadmap, ensuring scalability and alignment with business strategy
* Lead the transition to a cloud-based Qlik Sense environment, defining architecture, security, and governance standards
* Oversee data modelling, ETL processes, and integration across multiple business systems including ERP, CRM, and operational platforms
* Manage and optimise the Power BI environment, covering workspace governance, dataset management, and performance optimisation
* Drive BI enhancements by aligning priorities across stakeholders and business units
* Lead requirements-gathering workshops and translate business needs into technical solutions
* Implement and enforce data governance, quality, and compliance standards across the data estate
* Lead, mentor, and develop a BI team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
Skills & Experience Needed:
* Proven experience in a BI leadership or data transformation role within a complex or multi-entity environment
* Strong experience in data warehousing, Power BI administration, and Qlik Sense
* Strategic mindset with experience delivering multi-year BI or data roadmaps
* Demonstrable people management experience leading BI or data teams
* Strong stakeholder engagement and requirements analysis capability
* Advanced SQL skills with hands-on experience using ETL tools (ADF, SSIS, Qlik Talend Cloud, or similar)
* Experience working with cloud data platforms such as Azure Synapse or Snowflake
* Ability to balance technical depth with commercial and operational priorities
Desirable:
* Experience integrating ERP systems (IFS, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
* Exposure to data governance frameworks and security compliance
Driven by a commitment to innovation, quality, and measurable outcomes, the organisation offers a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where data underpins critical business decisions. This is a high-impact leadership role with genuine influence across a growing international group.
To apply for this role, please call and/or send your CV to David Hopkin