Who We Are: At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology. Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet! Summary: Provides actionable business intelligence used to make informed decisions that support strategic initiatives and drive increased revenue, profit, and market share. This role is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of analytics, from managing and optimizing the Power BI platform to conducting in-depth industry research and presenting findings to senior leadership. You will ensure the technical environment is robust and efficient while also using its data to evaluate the organization’s competitive position and identify emerging trends. Principal Responsibilities: BI Platform Management & Governance: Manage and administer all Power BI assets, including workspaces, semantic models (datasets), dataflows, and gateways to ensure stability and security. Utilize the Power BI Admin Portal to configure and enforce tenant-level settings, policies, and best practices. Oversee Power BI licensing models, providing expertise on Premium (P2) capacity management and cost optimization. Development, Monitoring & Optimization: Develop and troubleshoot complex reports, dashboards, and semantic models using strong data modeling best practices and advanced DAX. Proactively monitor and troubleshoot data refresh failures, usage metrics, and performance bottlenecks to ensure reliability. Use the Power BI Premium Capacity Metrics App for capacity planning, performance tuning, and resource management. Integration & Automation: Integrate Power BI with other services, including Power Automate, Power Apps, and Azure services (e.g., Azure Synapse, Azure Data Lake). Leverage APIs and PowerShell to automate administrative tasks, streamline workflows, and manage the platform at scale. Promote the use of analytical tools and modern methods to improve the business decision-making process. Strategic Analysis & Competitive Intelligence: Analyze information from multiple external sources regarding company financial performance, customer insights, competitor profiles, and industry trends. Gather, aggregate, and model critical industry data to forecast changing market variables and identify business risks and opportunities. Organize research and analytical results into concise presentations, narratives, and consultative opinions for senior executives. Job Qualifications & Specifications: Work Experience: Typically 5+ years of experience in a business intelligence, data analytics, or platform administration role. Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained. Technical Skills: Proven experience managing Power BI assets (Workspaces, Semantic Models, Dataflows, Gateways). In-depth knowledge of the Power BI Admin Portal, tenant-level settings, and Premium Capacity management. Strong proficiency in DAX for complex calculations and troubleshooting. Strong understanding of data modeling best practices for analytics. Experience using PowerShell and APIs for automation and administration. Familiarity with integrating Power BI with Power Platform and Azure data services. Analytical & Professional Skills: Extensive knowledge of business intelligence principles and the ability to develop solutions for complex problems. Demonstrated ability to analyze external market data, conduct industry research, and perform competitive analysis. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex analytical results to senior management. Works independently, exercising considerable judgment and discretion in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. Acts as a primary contact on projects, effectively coordinating work between departments. #LI-HYBRID What We Offer: Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community. Generous Paid Time Off 401K and Pension Plan Paid Holidays Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption) Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account Education Assistance Employee Development Resources Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669. At Avnet, relationships matter. 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