Business Analyst

Advanced Search; Manama; On-site; BHD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Search, a dynamic trading and distribution company in Manama, Bahrain, seeks a meticulous Sales Analyst to transform raw sales data into actionable insights driving growth across retailers, wholesalers, and pharmacies. You will build dashboards, monitor performance, and provide data-driven recommendations to support strategic decisions.

You will collaborate with marketing, supply chain, and finance while ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, and data modelling.

Responsibilities

• Analyse sales data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for growth across product categories and customer segments.
• Develop and maintain regular sales reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for senior management and sales team.
• Monitor and evaluate sales performance against targets with variance analysis and commentary.
• Support the sales team with data-driven insights to optimize sales strategies and efficiency.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to provide a comprehensive view of the market landscape.
• Assist in development of sales forecasts, budgets, and strategic planning processes.
• Collaborate with marketing, supply chain, and finance to align and support cross-functional initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all sales reporting systems.

Skills

Sales analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Economics Statistics

Tools

Excel

Pivot tables

Power BI

Tableau

CRM systems

Job description

We are a dynamic trading and distribution company, is seeking a meticulous and insightful Sales Analyst to join our team in Manama, Bahrain . As a key player in the Bahraini FMCG sector, We are committed to delivering high-quality products and innovative solutions from leading international and regional brands. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving our customer-centric approach by transforming raw sales data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and fuel our continued growth across retailers, wholesalers, and pharmacies.

Responsibilities

• Analyse sales data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for growth across different product categories and customer segments.
• Develop and maintain regular sales reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for senior management and the sales team.
• Monitor and evaluate sales performance against targets, providing detailed variance analysis and commentary.
• Support the sales team with data-driven insights to optimize sales strategies and improve efficiency.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to provide a comprehensive view of the market landscape.
• Assist in the development of sales forecasts, annual budgets, and strategic planning processes.
• Collaborate with marketing, supply chain, and finance departments to ensure alignment and support cross-functional initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all sales reporting systems.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in a sales analysis, business analysis, or a similar analytical role, preferably within the FMCG sector.
• A bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, and data modelling.
• Experience with CRM systems and data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is highly advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• A proactive and self-motivated individual who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.