Business Analyst (FMCG/PHARMA)

SUN PHARMA; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector is looking for a Business Analyst to provide actionable insights through complex data analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data science, a minimum of 5 years' experience, and be proficient in data visualization tools. You will work closely with various teams to optimize processes and support strategic planning, ensuring management can make informed decisions based on solid data insights.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in business analyst/data role, ideally in pharmaceuticals.
• Proficiency in data visualisation tools and advanced Excel.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect and integrate data for comprehensive reporting.
• Analyse and present data using statistics, graphs, and charts.
• Develop mechanisms to enhance data monitoring and performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Role Overview:

As a Business Analyst, you will gather, analyse, and interpret complex datasets to provide clear, actionable insights that drive business success. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise processes and support strategic planning, focusing on data-driven solutions. Your ability to simplify complex data and communicate findings effectively will be essential for success in this

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect and integrate data from various sources to generate comprehensive reports.
• Use advanced analytics to detect trends and patterns that traditional methods may overlook.
• Analyse and present data in a simplified format, including statistics, graphs, and charts, to support management in making quick, informed decisions.
• Prepare concise reports that summarise key findings and actionable insights.
• Interpret complex data sets to provide clear and actionable business insights.
• Analyse data to identify key trends and patterns that traditional methods may not capture or demonstrate.
• Present data clearly through statistics, graphs, and charts, enabling senior management to make informed decisions.
• Develop and implement tracking mechanisms to enhance data monitoring and performance analysis.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a business analyst or data-centric role, preferably in the pharmaceutical, healthcare of FMCG industry.
• Proficiency in data visualisation tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry or working with pharmaceutical data is added advantage