Business Intelligence Engineer

Company Description

At Western Digital, we are on a mission to unlock the potential of data so people, companies and organizations everywhere can create what’s next. To fulfill our vision, we are always on the lookout for potential team members who share our passion for solving problems to empower others.

When you join Western Digital, you join a legacy more than 50 years in the making. Across our Western Digital®, SanDisk®, SanDisk® Professional, WD® and WD_BLACK™ brands, we have brought some of the most storied advancements in memory and data storage technology to market—and our best, most innovative work is yet to come.

From energizing gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Here’s how you can help.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and implement advanced demand forecasting models using statistical methods and machine learning algorithms.
• Create and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to visualize forecast accuracy and key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Integrate multiple data sources to create a comprehensive view of demand signals and supply chain performance.
• Develop and maintain ETL processes to ensure data accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct regular analysis of forecast accuracy and provide insights for continuous improvement.
• Stay current with emerging trends in demand forecasting, machine learning, and business intelligence technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other team members on forecasting methodologies and BI tool usage.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure proper data governance, security, and system integration.
• Participate in CoE initiatives to promote best practices in demand forecasting across the organization.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Supply Chain Management, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or related field, with a focus on supply chain and demand forecasting
• Strong proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (e.g., Python, R)
• Expertise in BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView
• Experience with statistical analysis and machine learning techniques for forecasting.
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes and demand planning principles
• Familiarity with Oracle TMS systems and supply chain software (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

SKILLS:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed