Title: Business Intelligence Analyst

Location: Houston, TX

Who we are:

Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI) is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 32 countries and employs more than 11,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.

Why Kuraray:

Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability.

As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment.

Position Summary:

The Business Intelligence Analyst t is responsible for developing and managing the organization's analytical data architecture and building high-quality BI solutions that support data-driven decision-making across manufacturing, sales, R&D, and other business areas. This role combines technical data expertise with business acumen to transform complex data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities:

Data Architecture & Modeling

• Design, develop, and maintain data models to support BI reporting and analytics
• Structure data to support cross-functional analysis across manufacturing, sales, R&D, and finance
• Utilize robotic process automation for data integration
• Promote and uphold standards for data quality, lineage, and stewardship

BI Development & Optimization

• Develop, maintain, and enhance BI reports, dashboards, and semantic models
• Translate business requirements into report specifications, data models, and visual designs
• Optimize BI solutions for performance, usability, and scalability
• Manage the backlog of Power BI requests from business units, ensuring timely and transparent delivery to stakeholders

Analytics & Insights

• Provide analytical insights that support operational optimization and strategic decision-making
• Utilize statistical or data science principles for advanced analysis and integrate results into BI dashboards when needed
• Connect Power BI to SharePoint, Excel, SQL, APIs, and cloud sources

Data Integration & Collaboration

• Perform data integration tasks between systems in collaboration with application developers and third-party software
• Participate actively in cross-functional projects, workshops, and continuous improvement initiatives

Knowledge Sharing & Training

• Create and maintain documentation, guides, and best practices for reports and models
• Serve as a coach for colleagues who are building Power BI and analytics skills
• Develop and deliver training sessions on Power BI and data literacy for business users

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Statistics, or related field
• Minimum of 12 months of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or related role
• Proven track record of developing and implementing BI solutions in a business environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI (report development, data modeling, DAX)
• Strong SQL skills and experience with relational databases
• Experience with data integration from multiple sources (SharePoint, Excel, APIs, cloud platforms)
• Proficient in data modeling techniques including star and snowflake schemas with solid understanding of relational database structures
• Proven ability to convert business needs into effective technical reporting solutions
• Experience collaborating across IT and business functions in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Working knowledge of DAX, Power Query (M), and Power BI performance optimization
• Competent in SQL query development.
• Valid driver's license required.

Competencies:

• Customer Focus
  • Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Business Insight
  • Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
• Cultivates Innovation
  • Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.

• Action Oriented
  • Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Ensures Accountability
  • Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drives Results
  • Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstance
• Collaborates
  • Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Values Difference
  • Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
• Communicates Effectively
  • Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Courage
  • Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
• Instills Trust
  • Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Situational Adaptability
  • Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes base pay and an annual incentive. This program is designed to reward individual performance and align overall rewards with corporate and team performance.

Our employees benefit from a robust healthcare package that includes wellness reimbursements, along with generous perks such as three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Learn more at kuraray.us.com/careers/

Kuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status

No third-party candidates accepted.