Assistant Manager, Strategic Research

UMW HOLDINGS BERHAD; Selangor; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major automotive company in Malaysia is looking for a strategic role involving market research support. The successful candidate will analyze industry trends, engage with key stakeholders, and provide reports on government policies affecting the automotive sector. Candidates should possess a degree in Business, Finance, or Engineering, along with 5 to 8 years of experience in a related field. Strong analytical, communication, and Microsoft Office skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of working experience in a strategic role or consulting.
• Proven experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience with industry institutions and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support in-depth market research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Provide analysis of new government automotive policies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure research aligns with business goals.
• Coordinate engagements with third-party consulting firms for market research.

Skills

Automotive Industry Experts

Strong analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Education

Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related field

Job description

The Person

Qualification

• Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or a related field
• 5 to 8 years of working experience in strategic role, consulting, or a related field
• Proven experience in automotive industry, and has engagement experience with industry institutions such as MAA, MARii, industry analyst, consultants, and other related stakeholders.

Knowledge & Skills

• Automotive Industry Experts
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office especially the Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Words
• Well versed in market research practises, including key methodologies, data management and analytical approaches

The Job

• Support the Head of Strategy and the Head of Strategic Research in preparation of in-depth market research to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats to business relevant to Sime UMW.
• Support UMW Division Management with periodic macroeconomics review and industrial highlights for Sime UMW involved markets, keeping the Management informed.
• Provide comprehensive analysis of new government policies, including the automotive policies, and assess the impact to Sime UMW.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of Malaysia’s and the Global automotive industry, and provide updates that relevant to the industry.
• Identify market trends such as the industry landscape, technological disruptions, competitor movement and strategies, industry opportunities and provide insights to influence key business decision and the management direction.
• Effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that research aligns with business goals and provides value to various departments.
• Support planning & coordinate engagements with third party consulting firms for market research reports, data subscription, and special updates.
• Managing the Strategic Research annual budget and support the Head of Strategic Research in coordinating the KPI and targets.

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