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Role Overview We’re hiring a hands-on Director of BI & Analytics to drive and own our data-analytics function. You’ll translate raw data into actionable insights, deliver best-in-class Power BI reporting, and partner across the business—from the CEO to junior team members—to enable data-driven decisions. Note: This is an in-office, “roll-up-your-sleeves” Individual Contributor role. If you want people-management rather than hands-on work, or if you need remote flexibility, this isn’t a fit Requirements Key Responsibilities 1. Intelligence & Delivery • Partner with senior leadership to identify BI needs, define an analytics roadmap and strategy, and deliver insights that drive targeted outcomes. 2. Data Development & Governance • Architect, build and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines using SQL Server, Azure Data Factory and Synapse. • Collaborate with the Data Science team to unify and maintain our corporate data lake. • Ingest and integrate data from NetSuite ERP, Salesforce CRM and other SQL databases. • Ensure data quality, consistency, security and documentation in collaboration with the technology team. 3. Reporting & Visualization • Design and maintain Power BI dashboards for daily, weekly and monthly KPI tracking (sales, customer success, finance, etc.). • Lead weekly trading meetings with standardized KPI packs to highlight performance trends and flag challenges. • Optimize models for performance and self-service reporting. 4. Deep-Dive Analysis & Market Insights • Conduct root-cause and trend analyses on operational and commercial metrics. • Research and share market and industry data analysis to inform sales and marketing strategies. • Leverage AI-driven analytics to enhance insight depth, automate pattern detection, and surface predictive trends. 5. Internal & External Communications • Prepare and present findings—in English and Turkish—to stakeholders at all levels. • Equip senior leaders with concise analyses and reports; support junior colleagues with ad-hoc requests. 6. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Product, Finance, Pricing and Operations to define metrics, set targets and measure initiative impact. 7. Culture & Team Leadership • Champion a facts-first culture: objectivity over opinion. • Spearhead the use of AI-driven analytics and thrive in a lean setup— managing a team of one. Must-Have Qualifications Education & Experience • Bachelor’s in Computer Science, MIS, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or related • 10+ years in BI/Analytics with ≥5 years leading a reporting/analytics function • Startup or e-commerce/marketplace background a strong plus Technical Expertise • Microsoft analytics stack: SQL Server, Azure Data Factory/Synapse, Azure Data Lake, Power BI (DAX, T-SQL, data modeling, tuning) • ETL/ELT integration from ERP and CRM (NetSuite, Salesforce knowledge will be a plus) • Proven use of AI-driven analytics tools (e.g. Azure ML, AutoML) to automate and surface insights • Advanced Excel, SQL, Python proficiency • Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban) and data-project best practices Soft Skills & Mindset • Fluent in English and Turkish, with polished presentation skills for senior stakeholders • Highly analytical and metric-obsessed—“live and breathe” KPIs • Self-starter: drives end-to-end projects in fast-paced, ambiguous environments • Exceptional collaborator and communicator, organized and detail-oriented Benefits • Opportunity to lead a critical function in a high-growth start-up • Competitive salary and equity package • Fast-paced, collaborative environment where data powers every decision • The office is in Levent (Europe) in Istanbul • This role reports to the co-founder and CFO Role Overview We’re hiring a hands-on Director of BI & Analytics to drive and own our data-analytics function. You’ll translate raw data into actionable insights, deliver best-in-class Power BI reporting, and partner across the business—from the CEO to junior team members—to enable data-driven decisions. Note: This is an in-office, “roll-up-your-sleeves” Individual Contributor role. If you want people-management rather than hands-on work, or if you need remote flexibility, this isn’t a fit Requirements Key Responsibilities 1. Intelligence & Delivery • Partner with senior leadership to identify BI needs, define an analytics roadmap and strategy, and deliver insights that drive targeted outcomes. 2. Data Development & Governance • Architect, build and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines using SQL Server, Azure Data Factory and Synapse. • Collaborate with the Data Science team to unify and maintain our corporate data lake. • Ingest and integrate data from NetSuite ERP, Salesforce CRM and other SQL databases. • Ensure data quality, consistency, security and documentation in collaboration with the technology team. 3. Reporting & Visualization • Design and maintain Power BI dashboards for daily, weekly and monthly KPI tracking (sales, customer success, finance, etc.). • Lead weekly trading meetings with standardized KPI packs to highlight performance trends and flag challenges. • Optimize models for performance and self-service reporting. 4. Deep-Dive Analysis & Market Insights • Conduct root-cause and trend analyses on operational and commercial metrics. • Research and share market and industry data analysis to inform sales and marketing strategies. • Leverage AI-driven analytics to enhance insight depth, automate pattern detection, and surface predictive trends. 5. Internal & External Communications • Prepare and present findings—in English and Turkish—to stakeholders at all levels. • Equip senior leaders with concise analyses and reports; support junior colleagues with ad-hoc requests. 6. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Product, Finance, Pricing and Operations to define metrics, set targets and measure initiative impact. 7. Culture & Team Leadership • Champion a facts-first culture: objectivity over opinion. • Spearhead the use of AI-driven analytics and thrive in a lean setup— managing a team of one. Must-Have Qualifications Education & Experience • Bachelor’s in Computer Science, MIS, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or related • 10+ years in BI/Analytics with ≥5 years leading a reporting/analytics function • Startup or e-commerce/marketplace background a strong plus Technical Expertise • Microsoft analytics stack: SQL Server, Azure Data Factory/Synapse, Azure Data Lake, Power BI (DAX, T-SQL, data modeling, tuning) • ETL/ELT integration from ERP and CRM (NetSuite, Salesforce knowledge will be a plus) • Proven use of AI-driven analytics tools (e.g. Azure ML, AutoML) to automate and surface insights • Advanced Excel, SQL, Python proficiency • Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban) and data-project best practices Soft Skills & Mindset • Fluent in English and Turkish, with polished presentation skills for senior stakeholders • Highly analytical and metric-obsessed—“live and breathe” KPIs • Self-starter: drives end-to-end projects in fast-paced, ambiguous environments • Exceptional collaborator and communicator, organized and detail-oriented Benefits • Opportunity to lead a critical function in a high-growth start-up • Competitive salary and equity package • Fast-paced, collaborative environment where data powers every decision • The office is in Levent (Europe) in Istanbul • This role reports to the co-founder and CFO

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