Senior Data Analyst

MR DIY Malaysia; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MR DIY Malaysia is seeking an experienced data analytics professional to build forecasting models and simulation tools to guide business decisions. You will optimize inventory allocation across stores and create analytics dashboards that translate complex data into actionable insights.

The role requires strong Python and SQL skills, experience in time series forecasting, and the ability to collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to deliver data-driven solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field with strong programming skills.
• Hands-on experience building forecasting and predictive models.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain forecasting models to support business planning and decision-making.
• Develop what-if simulations to evaluate pricing, display, and stock changes.
• Design optimization models for inventory allocation across stores and constraints.

Skills

Python

SQL

Time series forecasting

Predictive modeling

Machine Learning

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Data Science / IT

Job description

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain forecasting models to support business planning and decision-making
• Evaluate model accuracy using appropriate metrics and continuously improve model performance

What-if Simulation

• Develop simulation models to evaluate business scenarios
• Assess the impact of pricing, display, and stock changes

Allocation Optimization

• Design optimization models for inventory allocation across stores
• Balance constraints such as stock availability, demand, and capacity

Dashboarding and Analytics

• Create and maintain impactful analytics that drive business decisions across various platforms (e.g., dashboards)
• Work with data stakeholders to ensure reliable data pipelines and translate business requirements into analytical solutions

Stakeholder Management

• Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds (e.g., IT and business)
• Translate requirements into clear and understandable terms for all relevant parties

Project Management (good to have)

• Manage end-to-end project delivery, including defining scope, timelines, priorities, and stakeholder engagement

Decision Making

• Propose data-driven ideas such as optimizing machine learning models and alternative solutions
• Plan and execute initiatives effectively

Any Other Tasks as Assigned

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar field
• Possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience
• Strong proficiency in Python (e.g., libraries such as pandas, sklearn) and SQL
• Hands-on experience in time series forecasting and predictive modeling
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
• Solid understanding of Machine Learning concepts and techniques
• Proven experience in project management, including planning, execution, and delivery (good to have)
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate across diverse teams (good to have)
• Demonstrated critical and creative thinking abilities
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical and innovative solutions