Manager – Reporting & Analytics at Smiths Group · Bengaluru

companyDescription Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. jobDescription Duties / Key Responsibilities: Analytics Delivery & Governance Oversee development and delivery of Power BI dashboards across multiple business functions, ensuring adherence to enterprise reporting standards, KPI definitions, and visual guidelines. Drive continuous improvement in dashboard usability, performance, and scalability. Stakeholder Engagement & Business Partnership Act as a senior liaison between business leadership and the Data & Analytics team, translating strategic business objectives into actionable analytics roadmaps. Manage prioritization of requests across functions, balancing short-term needs with long-term strategic goals. Team Leadership & Capability Development Lead and mentor Analytics Leads and Data Analysts, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and fostering a culture of collaboration and analytical excellence. Allocate resources effectively across projects to ensure timely delivery. Strategic Planning & Process Improvement Contribute to the analytics roadmap in alignment with the Head of Analytics & AI, identifying opportunities for automation and supporting adoption of data-driven practices across the organization. qualifications Experience / Technical Knowledge / Skills: Must Have: Bachelor's/Master's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 8 to 12 years of experience in analytics, BI, or reporting, with 3-5 years in a managerial or team lead role. Strong expertise in Power BI (data modeling, DAX, performance tuning, RLS, workspace management, and access control). Proficiency in SQL and understanding of data structures and ETL concepts. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Proven ability to lead and coach team members in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of data governance and security practices. Language: Proficiency in English (spoken and written). Nice to Have: Experience with predictive analytics or AI/ML concepts. Familiarity with cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and enterprise systems (SAP, Salesforce). Power BI certifications. Competencies and Abilities: Leadership & Team Management – Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. Strategic Thinking – Align analytics delivery with business priorities and organizational goals. Stakeholder Management – Engage effectively with senior business leaders and translate objectives into actionable roadmaps. Analytical Mindset – Strong problem-solving, data interpretation, and business acumen across Service, Sales, Finance, and Operations. Execution Excellence – Deliver projects on time with high quality; manage sprint-based delivery cycles using Agile methodologies and tools like Jira or Azure DevOps. Governance & Process Design – Ability to establish gated development processes for dashboards (requirement intake → design → QA → deployment → maintenance). additionalInformation Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective. Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)