Assistant Manager, Business Development Analyst

MR DIY TRADING SDN BHD; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail industry is seeking a data analyst to conduct market and expansion analyses, manage store performance reporting, and provide insights to support management. This role requires a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis or business analytics. The successful candidate will be instrumental in optimizing store performance and driving growth across various locations, leveraging advanced analytical skills and tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in data analysis or business analytics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills required.
• Proficiency in analytical tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct strategic location analysis for store expansions.
• Prepare management reports on store performance and conduct troubleshooting.
• Support cross-functional departments with ad-hoc analyses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, Finance

Tools

Excel

BI

SQL

Tableau

Job description

1. Market & Expansion Analysis:

• Conduct strategic location analysis to identify optimal locations for expansion.
• Evaluate demographic, economic, and benchmarking data to identify new locations.
• Develop recommendations for store consolidation, closures, and expansions, balancing growth opportunities with market conditions.

2. Store Performance Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare regular management reports on store performance, reviewing sales targets and parameters.
• Conduct performance analysis and troubleshoot underperforming stores, proposing actionable solutions.
• Support the design and development of BI dashboards for automation of reports and visualization of performance metrics.

3. Insights & Support:

• Conduct ad-hoc analyses for special projects to support cross-functional departments within BD.
• Provide data insights to support management during country or site visits.
• Develop analysis frameworks at HQ and facilitate implementation across international markets.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, Finance, or related field.
2. Minimum 5 years of experience in data analysis, operational optimization, or business analytics.
3. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills in both written and presentation formats.
4. Proficiency in analytical tools and software (e.g., Excel, BI, SQL, Tableau).
5. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.