BI Developer- Systems & Data Team

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a BI Developer to join the Central IT Team and will report to the Systems & Data Manager UK and be part of the newly merged Business Systems and Data Services team, supporting users at over 35 UK manufacturing sites.

The role is bsed in our Liverpool office where the team is centred.

We are looking for an analyst/developer with T-SQL experience to develop our database solutions and help take them to the next level.

Working within the Systems & Data Team, you will liaise closely with internal customers to develop and support solutions in a variety of technologies, including SQL Server (SSRS, SSIS, SSAS). Taking a flexible approach, you will create and manage interfaces between a variety of different systems to automate business processes.

Liaising with both technical and non-technical users to understand and solve data requirements, gathering of requirements for new BI and providing regular and up-to-date status reports to stakeholders.  Managing incoming tickets to ensure they are promptly addressed and appropriately assigned. Helping to develop and support the use and improvement of the OTC systems. By working closely with the team, you will gain additional knowledge of our interfaces & data processes.

This is an interesting and varied role within a fast-paced business and offers a superb opportunity to learn new skills using the full Microsoft BI stack.

The successful candidate will have:

Essential criteria:

Experience in a database development, application support or BI role, preferably in a fast paced industrial or manufacturing environment

T-SQL skills, e.g. experienced writing queries, stored procedures, etc.

Understanding of relational databases

Preferred criteria:

Experience with any ERP system

Database development within SQL Server 2016 or later

Report building in SSRS/Power BI or similar

Experience with Agile development practices.

Experience with Azure

Python programming

Experienced in the use of BI tools such as PowerBI

Experience or knowledge of the Microsoft SQL Server BI Stack

Personal Attributes:

Able to communicate clearly with non-technical users

Strong customer service focus

Enjoys working with other team members

Excellent literacy and numeracy

Organised, logical, diligent and thorough

Keen to learn new technical skills

Develops strong relationships with our stakeholders

Excellent attention to detail

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the Central IT team.

What We Offer

Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

24/7 confidential support for you and your family

Flexible working options and family-friendly policies

Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job