Dir, Enterprise Reporting & Analytics

About Us: CDK Global is a leading provider of cloud-based software to dealerships and Original Equipment Manufacturers ("OEMs") across automotive and related industries. The Company's cloud-based, software as a service ("SaaS") platform enables dealerships to manage their end-to-end business operations including the acquisition, sale, financing, insuring, repair, and maintenance of vehicles. By automating and streamlining critical workflows, the integrated platform of modern solutions enables dealers to sell and service more vehicles by creating simple and convenient experiences for customers and improves their financial and operational performance. Visit At CDK Global, we are focused on connections that allow us to deliver world-class software, support, and data insights. Our values define who we are and how we show up for each other, our customers, and our communities. Our values: Stay Curious, Own It, Be Open, Create Possibilities. The Role: Join CDK Global as our Director of Enterprise Reporting & Analytics, where you'll lead the transformation of our data landscape into actionable business intelligence. Reporting to the Senior Director of Enterprise Analytics and Data, you'll drive our BI strategy across Power BI, Tableau, and Cognos platforms while building and mentoring a high-performing analytics team. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on expertise to deliver impactful reporting solutions that enable data-driven decision-making across all business units. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of progressive analytics experience with deep technical knowledge of enterprise BI platforms and a proven track record of translating complex data into actionable insights for executive audiences. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive enterprise Reporting and Analytics strategy for CDK Global, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and data strategy Define the roadmap for BI platform utilization, evolution, and consolidation where appropriate, focusing on Power BI, Tableau, and Cognos Manage and prioritize team delivery, balancing ad-hoc requests, standard reporting, dashboard development, and strategic projects Lead cross-functional collaboration with business units, IT, Data Engineering, and Data Governance to understand needs, define requirements, and deliver impactful analytics solutions Develop and mentor a high-performing Reporting and Analytics team, fostering a culture of analytical curiosity, continuous learning, and professional growth Promote career development within the analytics function, supporting diverse skill sets in report development, data visualization, and business analysis Ensure the reporting and analytics strategy enables effective performance monitoring and insight generation across the organization Reporting & Analytics Capabilities: Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of BI solutions (dashboards, reports, visualizations) development across key platforms: Power BI, Tableau, and Cognos Establish and enforce best practices and standards for data visualization, report design, and dashboard development to ensure clarity, consistency, and user adoption Guide the requirements gathering process, ensuring business needs are accurately translated into effective technical specifications for reporting solutions Ensure the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of data presented in reports and dashboards, collaborating with data governance and data engineering on data quality issues Champion and support self-service analytics initiatives, providing users with the tools, training, and curated datasets needed to explore data independently Oversee the administration, governance, and optimization of BI environments (Power BI Service, Tableau Server/Cloud, Cognos Analytics) in partnership with IT/platform teams Lead the reporting and analytics team, managing workload, providing technical guidance, and ensuring high-quality deliverables Manage relationships with BI software vendors (Microsoft, Salesforce/Tableau, IBM/Cognos) as needed, staying informed on product roadmaps and capabilities Performance Monitoring: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and adoption of reporting and analytics solutions (e.g., usage statistics, user satisfaction, report performance) Monitor the performance, accuracy, and relevance of existing reports and dashboards, implementing processes for regular review and decommissioning Drive the execution of user acceptance testing (UAT) and validation activities to ensure BI solutions meet business requirements and quality standards Identify and implement opportunities for automation in report generation, distribution, and data refresh processes Executive Communication & Business Buy-In: Communicate the value proposition and impact of reporting and analytics initiatives to senior leadership and key stakeholders at CDK Global Present key insights, trends, and performance summaries derived from BI solutions to executive audiences Ensure reporting and analytics solutions are aligned with stakeholder needs and provide actionable information for decision-making Foster strong relationships with business leaders to understand their challenges and proactively identify opportunities for analytical support Develop and implement strategies, including training programs, to drive adoption of BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Cognos) and enhance data literacy across the organization Ensure cross-functional collaboration enables effective use of reporting assets and adherence to defined standards Lead cross-functional collaboration with EIT, Finance, Customer Ops, and Business leaders to support enterprise information needs and drive a unified approach to reporting and analytics Process Improvement: Continuously refine the reporting and analytics development lifecycle (from request intake to deployment and maintenance) to improve efficiency, agility, and quality Identify and implement improvements in requirements gathering, documentation, testing, and release management for BI solutions Optimize the performance of critical reports and dashboards across Power BI, Tableau, and Cognos Standardize reporting templates, definitions, and methodologies where appropriate to enhance consistency and reduce redundancy Thought Leadership: Explore and assess emerging trends and technologies in business intelligence, data visualization, augmented analytics, and storytelling with data Stay ahead of industry best practices and advancements within the Power BI, Tableau, and Cognos platforms and ecosystems Advocate for innovative approaches to delivering insights and enhancing the user experience with analytical tools Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making throughout CDK Global Required Qualifications and Attributes: 10+ years of progressive experience in Business Intelligence, Reporting, and/or Data Analytics, with at least 7 years of people leadership experience managing analytics or BI teams Deep expertise and significant hands-on leadership experience with major enterprise BI platforms: Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, and IBM Cognos Analytics. This includes understanding architecture concepts, development best practices, security models, and administration fundamentals for each Proven experience developing and implementing enterprise-wide BI strategies and roadmaps in a large, complex organization Strong understanding of data visualization principles and best practices, with a portfolio demonstrating impactful report and dashboard design. Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts, data modeling principles (dimensional modeling), and ETL/ELT processes as they relate to supporting BI solutions Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior executives Salary Range: $200,000 - $250,000 CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, certifications, and work location. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in addition to: Paid Time Off (PTO) 401K Matching Program Tuition Reimbursement At CDK, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people, customers and communities. We are open, curious and encourage different views, so that everyone can be their best selves and make an impact. CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed or religion, age, disability (including pregnancy), results of genetic testing, service in the military, veteran status or any other category protected by law. Applicants for employment in the US must be authorized to work in the US. CDK may offer employer visa sponsorship to applicants.PandoLogic. Keywords: Business Analysis Director, Location: Chicago, IL - 60608 , PL: 597492475

Created: 2025-04-24