BI Developer & Analyst

If you're looking to grow your career at a company where creativity meets legacy, ABRAMS is the place for you. As a trailblazer in illustrated publishing since 1949, ABRAMS continues to set the standard for beautifully crafted books across art, design, culture, and children’s literature. We’re seeking a BI Developer & Analyst to join our Strategic Development & Supply Chain teams! This role will support the Strategic Development and Supply Chain teams through technical report development, data modeling, and analytical insights. The BI Developer & Analyst is responsible for building, maintaining, and optimizing reporting used across the organization, with a focus on sales, inventory, metadata, and operational data that informs strategic decision‑making. As the BI Developer & Analyst, you will also collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Contracts, and Publicity to understand business needs and translate them into scalable reporting solutions. You will combine technical development skills with analytical thinking to improve reporting accuracy, uncover trends, and support long‑term planning across the business. This position offers hands‑on experience applying BI development, data analytics, and reporting methodologies within the publishing industry. What You’ll Be Doing Understand the data pipeline and data lake structure to make information accessible for reporting and analysisPartner with the data engineering team to unlock new data flows and improve data availabilityBuild Power BI reports, dashboards, and visualizations from the ground up based on evolving business needsWork with end users to refine report usability, filtering, and visualization qualityTroubleshoot report performance issues, including load times and data refresh problemsAnalyze sales, inventory, and operational data to identify trends and actionable insightsMaintain and distribute recurring reports used by leadership and cross‑functional teamsPerform routine data validation and quality checks to ensure accuracy across systemsSupport data modeling and analytical projects that inform strategic planning and forecastingProduce ad hoc reporting for business reviews, performance analysis, and strategic initiativesContribute analytical insights that communicate performance, trends, and opportunitiesSupport special projects involving large datasets and cross‑departmental analysisMaintain organized datasets, documentation, and reporting tools used across departments We’re Looking For Someone Who Has Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Statistics, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related quantitative fieldExperience developing Power BI reports, dashboards, and data modelsProficiency in Microsoft Excel and the MS Office SuiteStrong analytical and problem‑solving skillsAbility to interpret complex data and translate findings into clear insightsExcellent organizational and time‑management skillsStrong attention to detail and data accuracyAbility to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment Highly Preferred Experience with SQL, Python, or other data analysis/engineering toolsFamiliarity with business intelligence and data visualization best practicesExperience working with large datasets and data validation processesExperience in publishing industry and/or ecommerce sales This position is in New York, NY and follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office presence three days per week. The base salary range for this position is $70,000 to $75,000 per year. The final offer will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. What We Offer Generous paid holidays and Summer Fridays. Company-paid year-end office closure between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day each year Comprehensive health benefits, including short-term and long-term disability. Retirement savings (401k) and life insurance. Vacation, Personal, and Sick time off. About ABRAMS Founded in 1949 as the first U.S. publisher to specialize in art and illustrated books, ABRAMS has a long-standing reputation for publishing visually stunning, critically acclaimed, and bestselling works. Today, ABRAMS continues to lead in the creation and distribution of high-quality books across a wide range of categories—including art, photography, design, fashion, entertainment, cooking, craft, and popular culture—as well as award-winning children’s and young adult titles under imprints such as Abrams Books for Young Readers, Amulet Books, and Abrams Appleseed. Headquartered in the creative heart of New York City, ABRAMS is home to a passionate team of editors, designers, marketers, and publishing professionals who bring bold ideas to life in collaboration with celebrated authors, artists, chefs, photographers, and cultural icons. Our books are distributed globally and have helped shape conversations in classrooms, kitchens, museums, and living rooms around the world. ABRAMS is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion—both in the stories we publish and in the culture we foster. Through programs like the ABRAMS Amplify Award, we uplift and support underrepresented voices in children’s publishing. Internally, we promote inclusive hiring practices and an environment where employees of all identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences are encouraged to bring their full selves to work. At ABRAMS, creativity, integrity, and collaboration are the foundation of everything we do. If you’re inspired by books that make a difference and want to be part of a team that values art, impact, and inclusion, we invite you to join us. Learn more at abramsbooks.com.