Business Analyst - Strategy & Transformation

Körber; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Körber in Shah Alam, Malaysia is seeking a strategic initiative leader to drive transformation and growth within their Supply Chain division. The ideal candidate will develop actionable strategy documents, conduct market analyses, and track project progress. Applicants should possess 3–7 years of relevant experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business or related fields. A fluency in English is required, and proficiency in German is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in strategy or transformation consulting or within relevant industries.
• Proven multi-project management experience.
• Confidence working with commercial, operational, and financial KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and mobilization of Körber Supply Chain’s strategy.
• Conduct market, customer, and competitor analyses.
• Drive preparation and execution of strategic projects from ideation to implementation.
• Analyze business performance data to evaluate strategy impact.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Project management

Excellent communication

Financial literacy

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Entrepreneurial spirit

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

In compliance to ISO standards 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2023

General Objective Of Role

• Lead and support the development, formulation, and mobilization of Körber Supply Chain’s strategy.
• Actively shape strategic initiatives that drive transformation and growth in line with the overall strategy.
• Steer, track and monitor on the implementation and execution of strategic projects and initiatives.
• Support the firm’s inorganic growth objectives through active involvement in M&A activities and initiatives.
• Enable data‑driven decision‑making by providing relevant analyses, insights, and recommendations to leadership.

Your Role In Our Teams

• Develop clear, concise, and actionable strategy documents, presentations, and reports for various stakeholders.
• Conduct market, customer, and competitor analyses to identify key trends, risks, and opportunities within the warehouse automation industry.
• Drive the preparation, design, and execution of strategic projects from ideation through to implementation.
• Track progress against strategic goals; design and monitor KPIs.
• Gather and analyze business performance data to evaluate the impact of strategy execution and coordinate steering meetings, and project updates.
• Collaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to ensure strategic initiatives align with company priorities and are steered to successful outcomes.
• Support identification and screening of potential M&A targets in line with business strategy.
• Assist in preparing investment memos and presentation materials for M&A decision‑making by executive leadership.
• Support business case development, and valuation analysis for potential acquisitions.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent qualification).
• 3–7 years of experience in strategy or transformation consulting or within relevant industries (e.g., factory automation, warehouse automation), with proven multi‑project management experience.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem‑solving, and analytical skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• High numerical and financial literacy, including confidence working with commercial, operational, and financial KPIs.
• Solid project and process management skills, with experience working in and preferably leading cross‑functional projects.
• Strong interpersonal capabilities, including excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and material‑preparation skills.
• High level of integrity, a strong sense of urgency, and a results‑oriented mindset.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, high curiosity, and a proactive approach.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in German is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Willingness to travel approximately 25% within the APAC region.

Values, Drivers & Intentions

• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong customer focus – Demonstrates initiative, agility, and a commitment to putting the customer at the center of decisions.
• Self‑motivated and accountable – Shows high ownership of topics, personal responsibility, and the ability to work independently with confidence and autonomy.
• Belief in teamwork – Values collaboration and recognizes the strength that comes from working together toward shared goals.
• Goal‑oriented and assertive – Strives for excellence through competence, achieving meaningful results, and focusing on doing the right things first.
• Open‑minded and inclusive – Respects and embraces diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives.
• Curious and exploratory – Naturally inquisitive, eager to learn, and driven to explore new ideas and possibilities.
• Integrity-driven – Acts with honesty, consistency, and alignment between personal values, principles, and behavior (“walk the talk”).
• Authentic and self‑aware – Comfortable acknowledging personal strengths and areas for growth, fostering trust and transparency.