Senior BI Developer

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
 

Job Description

At IKO, we’re more than a roofing manufacturer—we’re innovators, transforming raw materials into products that shelter families, businesses, and communities. Our Analytics team is integral to this process, turning raw data into actionable insights that drive efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality. Just as innovation drives our production line, our Analytics team powers IKO’s success by enabling strategic decisions that keep us at the forefront of the industry. By living our purpose, we bring data to life and help shape IKO’s future, ensuring we remain a global leader in roofing, insulation, and waterproofing solutions.

• Shape the Future of Analytics: Be part of a growing dynamic team where you'll have the opportunity to help define and shape IKO’s analytics strategy, making a lasting impact on the business.
• Empowered by Data: Just like the precision that goes into producing each shingle, our analytics team turns raw data into precision-driven strategies that impact every facet of the business.
• Innovation in Action: We work at the intersection of data and technology, constantly evolving our techniques and tools to drive innovation across IKO’s global footprint.
• Global Reach, Local Impact: From supply chain optimization to customer satisfaction, our insights make a difference across the world.

Are you passionate about leveraging data to solve complex business problems? Do you thrive on telling compelling stories with data, creating visuals that not only inform but inspire action? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are currently looking for a Senior BI Developer, who will design and develop interactive dashboards that provide actionable business insights. The incumbent will work closely with the data team and stakeholders to understand business requirements, transforming complex data into easy-to-understand visuals that empower decision-makers across the company. You will also be the lead BI developer helping to drive consistency in utilizing industry best practices and acting as a mentor for the data team and stakeholders. This is a fully onsite opportunity based out of our Mississauga, ON office location and reports to our Analytics, Manager.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive compensation/pay package (Range – TBD)
• Dental/Vision/Medical benefits
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Support and Mental Wellness
• Competitive matched retirement savings program – RRSP
• Be part of a long standing and stable industry leader

WHEN YOU JOIN US YOU WILL BE;

• Leading BI solution development for the Analytics team and ensure data accuracy, integrity and security in all BI solutions
• Developing and maintain Power BI reports, dashboards and semantic models for key business areas using Power BI
• Performing detailed analysis on tested and deployed Power BI report and scripts and utilize them
• Continuously optimizing Power BI solutions to enhance performance and usability
• Collaborating with various teams to ensure data is integrated seamlessly from multiple sources
• Leading and participating in System Integration Testing with architects and developers, while also supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT) by resolving defects promptly during the process
• Stay updated with the latest Power BI features and innovations to deliver cutting-edge solutions
• Conducting user training to maximize adoption and empower teams to use self-serve analytics
• Logging defects/issues in Azure DevOps and follow up with the development team
• Collaborating with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and transform data into engaging, user-friendly reports
• Collaborating closely with the other members of the Business Intelligence and Analytics team and provide training and mentorship to junior BI developers on the team.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE;

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience developing Power BI dashboards and reports, with strong visual design and data storytelling skills
• Deep understanding of data visualization best practices, influenced by leaders like Stephen Few and Edward Tufte, to create clear and actionable insights
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Proficiency in DAX, SQL, data modeling, row-level security (RLS), and object-level security (OLS)
• Strong analytical skills, able to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Bilingual proficiency in spoken and written French is an asset
• Experience in data transformation, integration (cloud-based solutions), and the Microsoft Fabric stack (e.g., Azure Data Lake, Data Factory Azure Synapse, Synapse Data Warehouse) a plus
• Knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and applied experience with data-related projects
• Consulting or manufacturing industry experience is a plus, providing insights into operational challenges and customer-centric solutions
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with both business and technical teams
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A team player, leader, and initiator, with the ability to manage complex tasks and priorities
• Bilingual proficiency in spoken and written French is an asset
• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, or Computer Science

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Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
 

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.