Overview
We are seeking an experienced Data Engineering & BI Contractor to deliver integrated, governed data solutions that support portfolio planning, resource forecasting, and business reporting.
This role combines data engineering, BI development, and business partnering, acting as the bridge between business, data, and IT teams. The successful candidate will build scalable data solutions, resolve cross-system data issues, and translate complex business requirements into actionable insights.
Contract Length: 12 months
Location: Beerse - 1 day per week
Languages: English, Dutch (nice to have)
Start Date: October 1st
Key Responsibilities
Data Engineering & Integration
- Design and develop Snowflake L3 data models
- Build and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines
- Integrate enterprise data sources, including Demand, Supply, Actuals, and Resource Allocation
- Ensure data consistency, governance, and traceability across systems
- Identify and resolve data quality and reconciliation issues
BI & Analytics
- Develop reporting solutions in Tableau and Power BI
- Build scalable datasets, dashboards, and analytical models
- Deliver trusted, business-ready reporting and insights
- Support migration from legacy processes to Snowflake-based architecture
Business & Stakeholder Engagement
- Translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Document data flows, transformations, and business rules
- Partner with business, IT, and data teams to solve complex problems
- Challenge existing data models and improve reporting capabilities
AI & Advanced Analytics
- Identify practical AI and forecasting opportunities
- Support scenario modelling, trend analysis, and planning improvements
- Translate business needs into realistic AI-driven solutions
Required Experience
Technical Skills
- Advanced Snowflake experience (data modelling and optimisation)
- Expert SQL skills
- ETL/ELT development
- Tableau Desktop & Tableau Prep
- Power BI reporting and data modelling
Business Knowledge
- Portfolio planning and resource forecasting
- Financial and FTE-based planning
- Enterprise data integration across multiple systems
- Experience with Planisware, SAP/financial data environments preferred
Key Success Factors
- Strong stakeholder communication skills
- Ability to bridge business, data, and IT teams
- Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis capability
- Comfortable working with ambiguity and complex data environments
- Ownership mindset with a focus on delivering scalable, business-driven solutions