IT Business Data Scientist – Business Assurance

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

At SGS, we have an open corporate and international culture. We offer a dynamic work environment in a leading global company. Our high professional standards and our sustainability approach guarantee you a future-oriented work environment. We invest in our employees for the long term and are committed to supporting your development within the company. Our business principles include: Integrity, Health, Safety & Environment, Quality & Professionalism, Respect, Sustainability, and Leadership.

Job Description

As an IT Business Data Scientist, you will extract, analyze and interpret large amounts of data from a range of sources, using algorithmic, data mining, artificial intelligence, machine learning and statistical tools, to make it accessible to businesses.

You will report to the Global Head of IT.

Primary responsibilities:

• Represent the business from IT perspective in requirement preparation and validation for any Reporting and Data topics.
• Ensure compliance of Reporting tool design with business vision, processes, and operations.
• Lead the Data and Reporting Stream for Business Assurance for internal use and customers.
• Develop Reports and Dashboards in collaboration with the Global Head of IT & the BA Operations Team.
• Validate that solutions meet business drivers.
• Work with the corporate SGS Data Team to communicate and clarify requirements.
• Support the development and creation of BA’s Reporting System (PowerBI), including all interfaces.

Specific responsibilities:

• Scope Definition: Act as the main contact between business and IT, creating detailed User Stories to translate operational reporting needs into IT requirements.
• Process and Operations: Build and validate requirements with stakeholders, participate in design workshops, and ensure traceability from definition to testing.
• Design: Participate in design workshops, provide configuration input, liaise with business representatives, and ensure development compliance with end-user needs.
• Testing: Test Reporting Solutions based on the requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the global Applications of Business Assurance (CertIQ)
• Experience in leading IT process areas and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Strong background in requirement gathering, validation, and ensuring compliance with business needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerBI and other reporting tools (must have)
• Strong understanding of business processes and operations, paired with a good understanding for Data management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, whilst thinking out-of-the-box
• Proficiency in creating detailed User Stories and translating business requirements into IT requirements.

Competencies:

• Collaboration: Strong ability to work with various stakeholders and ensure alignment.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in requirement validation and process design.
• Data Driven: Strong understanding of Data and principles of Databases
• Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Technical Acumen: Understanding of IT processes and related data structures and ability to provide relevant input during design and development phases.
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Fluent in English.

Additional Information

Why SGS?

• Join a globally recognized and stable company, a leader in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule and work model.
• Access SGS University and Campus for continuous learning options.
• Thrive in a multinational environment, collaborating with colleagues from multiple continents.
• Benefit from our comprehensive benefits platform.

Join Us: At SGS, we are dedicated to fostering an open, friendly, and supportive culture that thrives on teamwork. We value diversity and provide endless opportunities to learn, grow your expertise, and fulfill your potential.