JM Smucker Company

Lead BI Developer

JM Smucker Company • $90K — $120K *
Akron, OH 44312In-Person
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of BI development or analytics engineering experience
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM or specialized IT/Data Analytics training
  • Familiar with Agile, Waterfall, and DevOps methodologies
  • Strong experience with Databricks and related data transformation techniques
  • Proficient in developing visualizations with Tableau
  • Expertise in SQL for data extraction and processing
  • Knowledge of CI/CD practices in analytics development

Responsibilities

  • Partner with business customers to deliver BI insights that drive outcomes
  • Lead data transformation and reporting object development in Databricks
  • Design and maintain Tableau dashboards for optimal performance
  • Clarify and influence business requirements for efficient data transformations
  • Implement performance tuning for large-scale BI workloads
  • Collaborate with data platform teams on data governance and delivery
  • Mentor junior team members on BI development best practices

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with minimum on-site requirements
  • Opportunity to influence technology roadmaps
  • Professional development and mentoring opportunities
  • Engagement with diverse internal business units
  • Potential for career growth within the organization
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity as the Lead BI Developer, Information Services - Corporate Administration

The Smucker Information Services (IS) department enables technology solutions for capabilities that help our business perform, transform and grow. The Lead BI Developer on the IS Corporate Administration Team realizes this purpose by designing, developing, and maintaining scalable business intelligence solutions that provide enterprise-grade reporting and analytics. The Lead BI Developer will drive the building and optimization of data transformations and curated reporting objects within the company-standard data lakehouse architecture (Databricks), ensuring high-quality, consumable datasets for analytics. This role emphasizes visualization delivery, BI solution development, and data platform best practices. The Lead BI Developer serves as an advisor and subject matter expert to business stakeholders and IS partners, providing a clear vision for downstream reporting via trusted and reusable data assets.

Location: Orrville, Ohio (Close proximity to Cleveland/Akron)

Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires

In this role you will:
  • Partner directly with internal business customers of varying analytics maturity and data literacy to plan and deliver opportunities for business intelligence and insights that drive business outcomes. Influence and contribute to capability and technology roadmaps within business areas, particularly pertaining to reporting and analytics.
  • Lead the design, development, and maintenance of curated data transformations, scalable data assets and reporting objects in the Databricks Platinum layer to support enterprise BI and analytics use cases.
  • Lead the design, development and maintenance of Tableau dashboards and other visualizations by ensuring alignment to architectural standards and optimization for performance and usability.
  • Influence and clarify business requirements that lead to efficient, well-structured data transformations and semantic layers.
  • Implement performance tuning and optimization strategies for large-scale data processing and BI workloads.
  • Influence the design and operation of data pipelines, partnering with Enterprise Data Platform teams on their delivery of data engineering, modeling and governance activities.
  • Provide expert knowledge and support to audit and compliance activities involving BI reports. Serve as an escalation point for analytics resources within business functions.
  • Influence and steward data governance, naming standards and development lifecycle practices.
  • Lead improvements to BI architecture, tooling, and development processes that support data quality, consistency and reliability across curated datasets.
  • Mentor junior team members and provide subject matter expertise on BI development and visualization best practices as well as reporting enablement.


What We Are Looking For:

Minimum Requirements:
  • 5+ years of experience in BI development, analytics engineering or related roles.
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Business, Engineering, MIS, Computer Science, or related field) or specialized training in Information Technology and/or Data Analytics.
  • Experience delivering assignments independently under limited guidance within formal delivery methodologies/frameworks (Agile, Traditional/Waterfall, DevOps).
  • Familiarity with modern data architecture concepts such as Lakehouse, ELT frameworks, and data orchestration tools.
  • Strong experience with Databricks or similar cloud data platforms, including data transformation development.
  • Experience with preparing data and developing visualizations in tools such as Tableau
  • Experience making decisions and guiding approach on applying SQL-based languages (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle SQL, or MySQL) for data extraction, transformation, and analysis across complex datasets.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD practices within data and analytics development.
  • Advanced understanding of performance optimization techniques for large datasets. Experience navigating trade-offs between design approaches and fulfillment of requirements.
  • Ability to design scalable, maintainable, and well-documented data solutions. Experience influencing designs and improving documentation processes.
  • Advanced problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.


Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role (not required):
  • Experience working in CPG-related analytics environments or supporting administrative functions such as Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Communications, Legal, Enterprise Risk, Ethics & Compliance.
  • Experience integrating Databricks with enterprise BI ecosystems.
  • Experience with Python or other scripting languages for data processing.
  • Experience applying artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and technology toward solution development and analytics use cases
  • Experience implementing data governance and metadata management practices, including use of platforms such as Atlan.
  • Demonstrated ability to train, mentor or manage work of other resources (internal or contracted) on business intelligence topics.
  • Knowledge of modern IT concepts such as Cloud Computing and Infrastructure as Code.


About JM Smucker Company

J.M. Smucker Company manufactures and supplies spreads, warm beverages, sweeteners, condiments, decorating syrups, and milk products.

JM Smucker Company Careers

There has never been a more exciting time to explore the job opportunities at JM Smucker Company, a leader in the food industry known for its strong values and commitment to quality. As we continue to grow, we invite you to join our team of professionals, where innovation and leadership thrive. Work You’ll Do Join JM Smucker Company’s dynamic team to help drive growth and innovation in one of the most respected companies in the food sector. At JM Smucker, we are dedicated to transforming our business while upholding our unique culture of integrity and responsibility. Lead in a Unique Market Position At JM Smucker Company, you will find yourself at the crossroads of consumer needs and cutting-edge solutions. With a focus on diversity and professional development, we empower our employees to lead and innovate within the industry. Engage with a Skilled Team of Professionals Collaborate with over 7,000 dedicated employees who bring their skills and passion to our teams every day. At JM Smucker, we believe in nurturing talent through comprehensive training and development programs, ensuring that every team member can achieve their career goals. Introducing the JM Smucker Leadership and Innovation Initiative We are committed to fostering leadership and innovation across all levels of our company. This initiative is designed to support our employees in mastering their professional journey through continuous learning and leadership opportunities. Do Innovative Work Be part of a company that is as committed to innovation as it is to producing high-quality products. At JM Smucker Company, you will work on projects that challenge the status quo and push the boundaries of what is possible in the food industry. Be Part of a Great Team Experience a culture that values teamwork, leadership, and diversity. Our teams are made up of individuals from various backgrounds, working together to achieve common goals and drive success in the industry. Future-Proof Your Career With JM Smucker Company, your career is in good hands. We offer a variety of job opportunities, from internships to full-time positions, each accompanied by competitive benefits and the chance for growth. Whether you are just starting out or looking to advance your career, JM Smucker provides the resources and support to help you succeed. Explore Discover how our commitment to innovation leads to superior products and services: [Explore Our Innovations] Read more about how our teams are pioneering new techniques and flavors in the food industry. The JM Smucker Company Difference Our commitment to quality, innovation, and diversity sets us apart in the food industry. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to their growth and development. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always looking for passionate, creative, and driven individuals to join our team. [SEARCH JM SMUCKER JOBS] Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work here. [READ CAREERS BLOG] Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at JM Smucker Company. [SUBSCRIBE FOR JOB ALERTS]
Learn more about JM Smucker Company
Size
14,000 employees
Market Cap
$16.9 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$955.6 million
Founded
1897
5 Year Trend
+1.6%
Revenue
$8.1 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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