Our client is the pre-eminent book retailer in South Africa, known for their values of inclusivity, honesty, and respect. They pride themselves on collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement without micromanagement. As a BI & Database Operations Specialist, you will play a key role in shaping their data infrastructure and reporting systems, ensuring insights are secure, scalable, and actionable.
If youre seeking a role where your technical skills will directly support strategic decision-making, this opportunity offers the chance to work alongside senior stakeholders, drive meaningful change, and enjoy a company culture that values both independence and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities :
- Design and maintain operational data stores and enterprise data warehouses.
- Automate daily, weekly, and monthly reporting processes.
- Create and maintain reporting cubes and dashboards using MySQL, MS SQL, SSRS, and Power BI.
- Manage database performance, backups, recovery, and security.
- Support ETL processes, data integration, and ensure data integrity, privacy, and compliance.
Job Experience and Skills Required :
Education : Certification / Diploma / Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business Management. Relevant certifications (Databases, Microsoft, Python, etc.) will be an advantage.Experience : 35 years experience in BI and / or DBA roles. Retail industry experience preferred.Skills : Proficiency in MySQL, MS SQL, SSRS, Power BI, Python for data analysis, and advanced Excel. Strong understanding of database structures, operating systems, and system utilities. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.Apply now!