Data Analyst
Sage · Paris, Île-de-France, France
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- On site
- Full-time
- €50,000 / year
- Paris, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Analyze data to identify trends and insights.
- Develop dashboards and reports using Power BI.
- Query data using SQL and Snowflake.
- Collaborate with business teams to understand needs.
- Work in a hybrid, European environment.
About the role
Data Analyst
Sage is seeking a Data Analyst to join their growing Data - Europe team, based in Paris La Défense. This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to work with innovative software solutions and play a key role in analyzing and leveraging data to support Sales, Performance, and top management teams across France and internationally. You will combine data analysis, understanding business needs, and producing high-value reporting.
Your Responsibilities
Analysis & Reporting
- Conduct detailed data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using Power BI.
- Provide actionable insights to support business decisions and strategies.
- Ensure data accuracy and consistency across all reports and analyses.
Data & Technical Skills
- Exploit existing data sources or contribute to the creation of new data flows.
- Perform SQL queries in SQL databases or Snowflake.
- Work with significant data volumes (millions of lines).
- Collaborate with the Data Factory team on industrialized flows (Snowflake).
Business Collaboration
- Understand the needs of Sales and Performance teams to ask the right data questions.
- Translate business requirements into actionable analyses.
- Challenge requests and propose relevant indicators.
- Participate in data democratization (pedagogy, best practices, documentation).
- Provide integration and support to teams on data products developed by the team.
International Context
- Work within a European environment (France, Spain, Germany).
- Interact in agile/data product squads.
- Contribute to global projects (e.g., standardization of indicators across Europe).
Profile Required
Technical Skills
- Experience with data visualization tools, particularly Power BI.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and languages such as SQL, Python, and R.
- Comfortable with heterogeneous data environments (multiple CRMs, diverse sources).
- Knowledge of statistical analysis and data modeling techniques.
Business & Soft Skills
- Strong aptitude for business and commercial issues.
- Ability to simplify data and technical discourse.
- Analytical, structured, and autonomous mindset.
- Solid documentation and organizational skills.
- Ability to collaborate across multiple teams and departments.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Languages
- Fluent French.
- Professional English is essential.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree (Bac +3) to Master's degree (Bac +5) in statistics, data, computer science, business school with a data specialization, or equivalent.
- Previous experience in a multinational and complex data environment is a plus.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and project-based work environments.
Why Join Sage?
- A role at the heart of business decisions.
- A caring, expert, and collaborative team.
- A rich and stimulating European context.
- Concrete data subjects with a direct impact on performance.
- Current challenges around data quality, automation, and AI (Copilot / Power BI).
Working Conditions & Environment
- Position based in Paris La Défense.
- Remote work: 2 days per week.
- Recruitment process in 3 stages (HR/Manager/N+2) including a Power BI case study (max. 1h).
What Sage Offers:
- Hybrid work: 2 days of remote work per week.
- Work Away: possibility to work up to 10 weeks/year in 40+ countries.
- Meal Vouchers: €10/day (60% covered).
- Transport: 80% reimbursement of public transport pass.
- Well-being & Development: coaching, Calm subscription, training leave (5 days/year).
- 5 days for volunteer actions.
- Many other CSE benefits (Holiday vouchers, culture vouchers, various offers, etc.).
Key skills/competency
- Data Analysis
- Power BI
- SQL
- Python
- R
- Data Visualization
- Business Intelligence
- Statistical Analysis
- Data Modeling
- Agile Methodologies
Skills & topics
- Data Analyst
- Data Analysis
- Power BI
- SQL
- Python
- R
- Data Visualization
- Business Intelligence
- Reporting
- Data Management
- Sage
- Paris La Défense
- Hybrid
- Europe
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Power BI, SQL, Python, and R skills. Emphasize experience with large datasets and heterogeneous environments.
- Showcase business acumen: Demonstrate your ability to translate business needs into data-driven insights and communicate technical concepts clearly.
- Prepare for the case study: Practice data analysis and Power BI dashboard creation for a realistic business scenario.
- Research Sage: Understand their mission, values, and how data drives their innovative software solutions.
- Ask insightful questions: Prepare questions about the team, projects, and data strategy during your interview.
Technical preparation
Master SQL for complex queries.,Practice Power BI dashboard creation.,Review Python/R for data analysis.,Understand data modeling principles.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex data problem you solved.,How do you translate business needs into data?,How do you ensure data accuracy in reports?,Explain a technical concept to a non-technical person.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Data Analyst at Sage?
- As a Data Analyst at Sage, your primary responsibilities include conducting detailed data analysis, developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards and reports, providing actionable insights to support business decisions, performing SQL queries, and collaborating with business teams to understand and translate their data needs.
- What technical skills are essential for the Data Analyst role at Sage?
- Essential technical skills include proficiency with data visualization tools like Power BI, strong command of SQL, and experience with data analysis languages such as Python and R. Familiarity with heterogeneous data environments and statistical analysis/data modeling techniques is also crucial.
- What is the work arrangement for the Data Analyst position at Sage?
- This is a hybrid role, allowing for 2 days of remote work per week, with the remaining days on-site at Sage's Paris La Défense office. This offers a balance between flexibility and in-person collaboration.
- What is the recruitment process like for a Data Analyst at Sage?
- The recruitment process at Sage for this role typically involves three stages: an HR screening, an interview with the hiring manager, and a final interview with the N+2. It also includes a practical Power BI case study, designed to assess your analytical and visualization skills.
- Does Sage offer opportunities for international work for their Data Analysts?
- Yes, Sage offers a 'Work Away' program, allowing employees to work from over 40+ countries for up to 10 weeks per year. This Data Analyst role is also part of a European team, providing exposure to international projects and collaboration.
- What kind of data volumes can I expect to work with as a Data Analyst at Sage?
- You can expect to work with significant volumes of data, potentially involving millions of lines. This role requires the ability to efficiently query and analyze large datasets using tools like SQL and Snowflake.
- What is the educational background preferred for this Data Analyst position?
- Sage prefers candidates with a Bac +3 to Bac +5 level education in fields like statistics, data science, computer science, or a business school with a data specialization. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered.