Commercial Analyst - Budget Optimization

CelcomDigi; Selangor; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative telecommunications company is seeking a Commercial Analyst specializing in Budget Optimization. This dynamic role involves developing cost optimization programs and managing profitability dashboards, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excel in financial reporting, and demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a team committed to enhancing performance and driving business success in a fast-paced environment, where your insights will significantly impact decision-making and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in audit or business planning roles.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial modeling is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive business optimization initiatives leveraging cross-functional resources.
• Prepare regular reports on costs, targets, and progress for management review.

Skills

Cost Optimization

Financial Reporting

Analytical Skills

Excel Proficiency

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Finance

Degree in Mathematics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Commercial Analyst - Budget Optimization

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CelcomDigi Berhad (Registration No. 199701009694 (425190-X)) is Malaysia's widest and fastest network with more than 20 million users. Officially established on 30th November 2022, we aim to serve the growing digital needs of our customers by leveraging our extensive network footprint, distribution touchpoints, innovative digital products and services, and superior customer experience powered by over 4,000 industry experts. Our ambitions include advancing the nation, inspiring Malaysian society, and leading in inclusion and responsible business practices.

Job description:

Budget & Optimization Specialist

We seek an experienced and energetic candidate with a proven track record in developing and managing cost optimization programs and channel profitability dashboards, covering both financial and operational aspects. The role involves identifying opportunities, developing plans, coordinating actions across sales and regional teams, and monitoring progress to ensure strategic goals are met.

Responsibilities:

1. Commercial Optimization Program

• Drive business optimization initiatives leveraging cross-functional resources to enhance performance aligned with company strategies.
• Lead development of a portfolio of optimization projects, demonstrating passion and building stakeholder confidence.
• Establish, monitor, and follow up on an optimization dashboard tracking initiatives versus targets and addressing gaps.

Realistic Cost Estimation and Forecast

• Coordinate forecasting, reporting, and management of costs.
• Identify key drivers, risks, and gaps; propose mitigation strategies.
• Prepare regular reports on costs, targets, and progress for management review.

Solid Financial Governance and Reporting

• Enhance reporting capabilities to provide visibility on revenue, costs, and profitability.
• Implement effective business management models from concept to post-implementation review.
• Translate financial data into actionable insights for business improvement.

Requirements:

• Degree in Business, Finance, Mathematics, or related field.
• At least 5 years' experience in audit or business planning roles.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling; tech-savviness is a plus.
• Experience in telecommunications with KPI dashboard reporting knowledge preferred.
• Proactive, agile, self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret business drivers and develop initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality results in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English; experience engaging senior stakeholders and regional teams.