David Daniel Malan
Johannesburg
Summary
Results-driven BI Professional with a strong track record of transforming data into strategic insights that enhance business performance.
Skilled in data visualization, reporting, and delivering actionable recommendations, with expertise in leveraging BI tools to optimize decision-making.
Combining strong analytical abilities with a deep understanding of business processes, I am dedicated to driving data-driven strategies that create measurable value for organizations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Business Intelligence
Bulldog Abrasives South Africa
01.2024 - Current
- Strategic Leadership: Oversee the development, implementation, and management of BI systems and processes to support data-driven decision-making.
- Data Insights: Transform complex datasets into actionable insights, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of BI analysts, developers, and data professionals.
- Technology Oversight: Evaluate and implement BI tools, ensuring scalability and efficiency in data reporting and visualization.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with business leaders to identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting needs.
- Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement in data collection, analysis, and reporting methodologies.
- Compliance and Security: Ensure adherence to data governance, privacy standards, and security protocols.
- Project Delivery: Manage end-to-end BI projects, from requirement gathering to deployment and user training.
Senior Business Intelligence Analyst
Mimecast
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Promoted to Senior Business Analyst within the EMEA region due to my profound Industry Insight, Outstanding Performance and Effective Leadership and Mentorship.
- Data Analysis: Perform in-depth data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
- Report Development: Create and maintain interactive reports and dashboards for key stakeholders
- Data Visualization: Utilize data visualization tools to present complex data in a clear and understandable manner.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with crossfunctional teams, including data engineers,data scientists, and business stakeholders.
Business Intelligence Analyst
Mimecast
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Collaborating with a global team of analysts to deliver analytical excellence and actionable insights to internal stakeholders.
- Specializing in Customer Support and Operations Analytics, with a focus on metrics such as CSAT, NPS, and TTR.
- Leading the EMEA Analytics team, driving customer support analysis and Go-To-Market (GTM) strategies.
- Leveraging Tableau for dynamic reporting and visualization, powered by the Snowflake data platform.
Business Intelligence Team Lead
Adviceworx
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Designed and implemented a large-scale analytical model enabling investment teams to effectively track and optimize asset allocation.
- Spearheaded the transition from Excel-based BI to modern self-service BI platforms (QlikSense and Power BI), driving greater agility and accessibility for stakeholders.
- Led a high-impact project to consolidate a client's total investment portfolio across multiple providers, delivering a comprehensive, holistic view of their assets.
- Delivered timely and accurate Assets under Administration (AuA) and Assets under Management (AuM) reporting to leadership, supporting strategic decision-making.
- Supported 23 satellite investment offices by providing tailored data solutions and reporting, enhancing operational efficiency and informed decision-making.
Business Intelligence Analyst
Canvas Intelligence
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Extensive experience as a BI Consultant, working across diverse industries including retail (Makro), manufacturing (SAPPI, ArcelorMittal), and real estate (Fortress REIT Fund).
- Specialized expertise in accounting, financial analysis, and analytics, with a strong focus on ERP systems such as SAGE and SAP.
- Designed and developed a consolidated Power BI dashboard for Fortress REIT, enabling efficient tracking of vacancy rates and rental income across their expansive portfolio.
- Can provide more details on request.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Business Analytics
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa11-2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing Management
University of South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa12-2015
High School Diploma -
Rustenburg High School
Rustenburg, South Africa12-2011
Skills
Business Intelligence
Data Modelling
Statistical Analysis
Data Visualization
Predictive modeling
Advanced analytics
Data warehousing
Dashboard creation
Critical Thinking
Certification
- Microsoft Certified - Data Analyst
- Tableau Certified - Data Analyst
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Software
MS Excel
MS PowerBI
MS SQL
Tableau
Snowflake
Python
MS Office
Timeline
Manager, Business Intelligence
Bulldog Abrasives South Africa
01.2024 - Current
Senior Business Intelligence Analyst
Mimecast
04.2023 - 12.2023
Business Intelligence Analyst
Mimecast
07.2021 - 03.2023
Business Intelligence Team Lead
Adviceworx
11.2019 - 06.2021
Business Intelligence Analyst
Canvas Intelligence
01.2017 - 10.2019
Post-Graduate Certificate - Business Analytics
Stellenbosch University
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing Management
University of South Africa
High School Diploma -
Rustenburg High School
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