BI & AI Analyst
Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce · Willmar, MN · Yesterday
Analyst$75k–$115k/yrFull-time
About the role
The BI & AI Analyst is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining business intelligence solutions that drive data-informed decision-making across the organization. This role also leads the evaluation, implementation, and governance of Artificial Intelligence technologies in an enterprise business context.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain dashboards, reports, and data visualizations to support business decision-making.
- Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and actionable insights.
- Build and optimize data pipelines, ETL processes, SQL queries, and system integrations.
- Develop scalable data models while ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and governance standards.
- Serve as the subject matter expert for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations and CRM data.
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and IT to define KPIs and reporting needs.
- Automate reporting processes and improve stakeholder access to timely, accurate data.
- Lead AI strategy and implementation, including governance, workflow integration, and user adoption initiatives.
- Contribute as an engaged team member aligned with company values, vision, and strategic goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Analytics, Statistics, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or a related role; prior technical lead experience preferred.
- Strong SQL skills with expertise in relational databases and data modeling.
- Experience with BI and data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
- Proficiency in data-focused programming languages such as Python or R.
- Experience working with ERP/CRM systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data storytelling skills with the ability to communicate insights to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and hands-on experience with AI tools, automation platforms, APIs, or enterprise AI solutions.
- Ability to translate business needs into scalable analytics and AI-driven solutions.
- Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional, collaborative, and ethical approach with a commitment to continuous learning and teamwork.
Qualifications
- Experience with ERP/CRM systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data storytelling skills with the ability to communicate insights to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and hands-on experience with AI tools, automation platforms, APIs, or enterprise AI solutions.
- Ability to translate business needs into scalable analytics and AI-driven solutions.
- Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional, collaborative, and ethical approach with a commitment to continuous learning and teamwork.
Skills
- SQL skills with expertise in relational databases and data modeling.
- Data-focused programming languages such as Python or R.
- BI and data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations and CRM data.
- AI/ML concepts and hands-on experience with AI tools, automation platforms, APIs, or enterprise AI solutions.
Benefits
- Competitive wages.
- Generous paid time off.
- Starting day one benefits package.
Pay
Pay Range: $75,000 - $115,000 /Year
Schedule
The work arrangement for this position will be determined based on the candidate's location, with onsite and remote options available.