Senior Data Analyst

MR DIY TRADING SDN BHD; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MR DIY TRADING SDN BHD seeks a data-focused forecasting analyst to build and maintain predictive models, evaluate accuracy, and simulate business scenarios. The role requires strong Python and SQL skills, time-series experience, and the ability to turn data into actionable insights.

You will collaborate with stakeholders across IT and business units, design optimization solutions for store inventory, and contribute to dashboards and analytics that guide strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL with experience in forecasting.
• Experience in time series forecasting and predictive modeling is essential.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset.
• Familiarity with ML concepts and ability to translate requirements to solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain forecasting models to support business planning and decision-making.
• Evaluate model accuracy using appropriate metrics and continuously improve performance.
• Develop simulation models to evaluate business scenarios.
• Design optimization models for inventory allocation across stores.
• Create and maintain analytics and dashboards to drive business decisions.
• Collaborate with data stakeholders to ensure reliable data pipelines.
• Communicate with IT and business stakeholders and translate requirements clearly.
• Support project management activities when needed and contribute to end-to-end delivery.
• Propose data-driven ideas and optimize machine learning models.

Skills

Python

SQL

Time series forecasting

Predictive modeling

Analytical thinking

Machine learning concepts

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Creative thinking

Data-driven mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Data Science / Information Technology

Tools

Pandas

Scikit-learn

NumPy

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Prediction and Forecast Models
• Build and maintain forecasting models to support business planning and decision-making
• Model Evaluation
• 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)
• Data & Collaboration
• 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