Data Analyst Executive (R&D - Analytic & Improvement)

MR D.I.Y Trading Sdn Bhd; Klang City, Port Klang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MR D.I.Y Trading Sdn Bhd invites applications for a Data Analyst Executive (R&D - Analytic & Improvement) to tackle complex retail inventory, replenishment and allocation challenges across stores, SKUs and warehouse operations. You’ll own analytics from problem framing to recommendations, using SQL, Python/pandas, Excel and BI tools to derive insights.

You will validate results, prepare clear reports, and communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences, while exploring AI-enabled

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or above in Data Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Engineering, Economics or related fields.
• Strong logical thinking, problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• Good foundation in SQL, Python/pandas and advanced Excel; experience with Power BI, Looker Studio or similar tools is an advantage.
• Able to work with large datasets and understand data cleaning, transformation, validation and reconciliation.
• Able to determine an appropriate analytical approach while discussing key directions with the superior.
• Proactive and willing to ask questions, investigate unclear issues, challenge existing practices and contribute ideas.
• Able to explain analytical methodology, assumptions and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Retail, inventory, replenishment or allocation knowledge is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Experience with databases, Parquet, automation, AI-assisted tools, simulation or machine learning is an advantage.
• Fresh graduates with strong analytical ability and relevant academic/internship projects are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Analyse complex retail inventory, replenishment and allocation problems involving stores, SKUs, stock, sales, warehouse supply, lead time, festivals and other business conditions.
• Take ownership of analysis from problem understanding, data identification and validation through analysis, findings, recommendations and follow-up.
• Use SQL, Python/pandas, Excel and BI tools to process, analyse and visualise large datasets.
• Validate data and analytical result, cross-checking and reasonableness checks before using them for decisions.
• Prepare clear reports and presentations, adapting explanations for different levels of technical knowledge.
• Proactively identify issues, ask questions, challenge assumptions and bring ideas.
• Leverage AI, automation and other suitable tools to improve productivity while understanding and validating the underlying logic and results.

Skills

SQL

Python/pandas

Excel (advanced)

Power BI/Looker Studio

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Tools

Parquet

AI-assisted tools

Job description

Data Analyst Executive (R&D - Analytic & Improvement)

Analyse complex retail inventory, replenishment and allocation problems involving stores, SKUs, stock, sales, warehouse supply, lead time, festivals and other business conditions.

Take ownership of analysis from problem understanding, data identification and validation through analysis, findings, recommendations and follow-up.

Use SQL, Python/pandas, Excel and BI tools to process, analyse and visualise large datasets.

Validate data and analytical result, cross-checking and reasonableness checks before using them for decisions.

Prepare clear reports and presentations, adapting explanations for different levels of technical knowledge.

Proactively identify issues, ask questions, challenge assumptions and bring ideas.

Leverage AI, automation and other suitable tools to improve productivity while understanding and validating the underlying logic and results.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree or above in Data Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Engineering, Economics or related fields.

Strong logical thinking, problem-solving ability and attention to detail.

Good foundation in SQL, Python/pandas and advanced Excel; experience with Power BI, Looker Studio or similar tools is an advantage.

Able to work with large datasets and understand data cleaning, transformation, validation and reconciliation.

Able to determine an appropriate analytical approach while discussing key directions with the superior.

Proactive and willing to ask questions, investigate unclear issues, challenge existing practices and contribute ideas.

Able to explain analytical methodology, assumptions and findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Retail, inventory, replenishment or allocation knowledge is an advantage but not mandatory.

Experience with databases, Parquet, automation, AI-assisted tools, simulation or machine learning is an advantage.

Fresh graduates with strong analytical ability and relevant academic/internship projects are welcome.

As we continue our rapid expansion across the Klang Valley and other states in Malaysia, we're seeking passionate and qualified Malaysian to join our growing team.

In 2024, we recorded an Employee Satisfaction Score of 91% - a meaningful benchmark that reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive.

MR D.I.Y. is a home-grown enterprise with over 1,300 stores across Malaysia and Brunei. The home improvement retailer has dedicated to make a positive difference in the lives of its valued customers by offering convenience at all its stores nationwide and online at mrdiy.com.my

All MR. D.I.Y. stores are managed directly and the retailer often works in collaboration with owners of shopfront properties or owners of malls. MR. D.I.Y. stores offer a wide selection of SKUs across five major categories, namely hardware; household and furnishing; electrical; stationery and sports equipment products; and others (comprising toys, car accessories, jewellery, cosmetics, food and beverage items, as well as health and personal care).

The Company strives to put its customers first by operating an innovative business that is flexible when it comes to providing a wide variety of products, good quality and value-for-money, holding true to the Company’s motto of “Always Low Prices”.

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Specialty Retail More than 10,000 employees

From a single store in 2005 on Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Kuala Lumpur, MR.DIY has evolved to become a household name associated with home improvements and more by providing convenience, accessibility and affordability to all; to meet the needs of Malaysians from all walks of life.

From a single store in 2005 on Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Kuala Lumpur, MR.DIY has evolved to become a household name associated with home improvements and more by providing convenience, accessibility and affordability to all; to meet the needs of Malaysians from all walks of life.

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