We are looking for a skilled Data Analytics Engineer with deep expertise in Power BI to join our team in Ankeny, Iowa. In this role, you will design, optimize, and manage semantic data models while ensuring the seamless performance of business intelligence tools. Your contributions will help drive data-driven decision-making across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and implement semantic data models, including dimensional modeling and star schemas, to support business intelligence needs.<br>• Develop and optimize Power BI reports and dashboards, ensuring high performance and efficient query execution.<br>• Utilize Power Query (M) to transform and manipulate data for reporting purposes.<br>• Configure and enforce row-level security within Power BI to safeguard sensitive data.<br>• Conduct performance tuning for Power BI, including query plan optimization and refresh strategies.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand analytical requirements and translate them into actionable insights.<br>• Leverage tools such as Tabular Editor and deployment pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub) to streamline BI asset management.<br>• Work with cloud-based data platforms, including Databricks, Snowflake, or BigQuery, to support lakehouse architectures.<br>• Maintain adherence to enterprise BI governance practices and ensure scalable solutions for large datasets.<br>• Implement CI/CD patterns to manage semantic models and facilitate environment promotions.
<p><strong>Position: Director of Data & Analytics</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Fully Remote </strong></p><p><strong>Salary: $150,000 - 180,000 base + excellent benefits</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***</strong></p><p>This is a <strong>new, high‑impact leadership role</strong> where data is being elevated to drive the business forward—not just report on it. The organization is investing heavily in modern analytics and enterprise systems, creating a rare opportunity for a seasoned data leader from <strong>retail, manufacturing, or distribution</strong> to shape how insights power day‑to‑day decisions across the business.</p><p>If you thrive working close to operations—and enjoy turning complex, messy data into clarity—this role offers unmatched visibility, autonomy, and long‑term growth.</p><p><strong>Where you’ll make an impact</strong></p><ul><li>Build and own a modern enterprise data and analytics platform from the ground up</li><li>Design scalable data architectures using Microsoft Fabric or comparable cloud platforms</li><li>Model and analyze data across core operational domains:</li><li>Order‑to‑Cash, Procure‑to‑Pay</li><li>Inventory, Warehouse, Supply Chain</li><li>Finance and Cost Management</li><li>Create reliable pipelines and transformations using SQL and modern data tools</li><li>Deliver executive‑level dashboards and insights through Power BI and Phocas</li><li>Translate operational and financial data into KPIs leaders actually use</li><li>Partner closely with operations, finance, and field leadership to drive performance</li><li>Establish strong data governance, quality, and consistency across systems</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal background</strong></p><ul><li>Senior, hands‑on data leadership experience in <strong>retail, manufacturing, wholesale, or supply‑chain‑driven environments</strong></li><li>Deep expertise in SQL, data modeling, and enterprise analytics</li><li>Strong experience working with ERP and operational data</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Fabric (or similar), Power BI, and analytics platforms</li><li>Cloud data platform and modern data stack experience</li><li>Familiarity with K8, Navigator, or SPS Commerce is helpful but not required</li></ul><p><strong>Why this role stands out</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Fully remote</strong> with strong executive support</li><li>Newly elevated data function with real influence</li><li>Opportunity to modernize analytics that directly impact operations and profitability</li><li>Clear runway for <strong>growth and advancement</strong> as the organization scales</li></ul><p><strong>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: 515-303-4654. Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. *** </strong></p><p> </p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join our client's team in Ankeny, Iowa. In this role, you will analyze business processes, provide insights through financial and manufacturing analytics, and support decision-making with data-driven recommendations. This position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and has strong expertise in accounting systems, financial analysis, and business intelligence tools.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate business processes and identify opportunities for improvement within manufacturing and financial operations.</p><p>• Analyze financial data, including debit and credit entries, to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Utilize Power BI to create dashboards and visualizations that support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement solutions that align with business objectives.</p><p>• Work with SAP systems to streamline operations and enhance data reporting capabilities.</p><p>• Conduct thorough financial analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.</p><p>• Develop and document business requirements for new initiatives and system enhancements.</p><p>• Provide actionable insights to stakeholders by interpreting complex data sets.</p><p>• Monitor and report on key performance indicators to track progress and identify areas for improvement.</p><p>• Support manufacturing analytics to optimize production processes and resource allocation.</p>
We are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa in a contract role with the potential to become permanent. This position focuses on strengthening enterprise security across infrastructure, applications, cloud environments, and data assets while helping the organization stay ahead of threats and emerging risks. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on technical expertise with strong judgment in incident response, compliance support, and modern security practices, including the secure use of AI technologies.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, implement, and enhance security measures that safeguard endpoints, servers, networks, applications, cloud environments, and sensitive data.<br>• Oversee daily activity across security tools and investigate alerts, vulnerabilities, and suspicious events to reduce organizational risk.<br>• Review logs and telemetry from enterprise monitoring platforms, cloud security solutions, and related tools to identify threats and unusual behavior.<br>• Lead or contribute to incident response efforts by assessing events, coordinating containment, and supporting recovery activities.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to prepare for and support security audits and compliance reviews, including frameworks such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2.<br>• Help develop and refine security policies, standards, and procedural documentation to strengthen governance and consistency.<br>• Serve as a technical resource for AI security by evaluating risks, recommending safeguards, and promoting secure adoption of emerging technologies.<br>• Establish and track security controls for AI-enabled tools to support responsible use and ongoing oversight.<br>• Work with cross-functional teams to improve security posture through continuous control monitoring, risk reduction, and configuration improvements.