Senior Planner

ZALORA Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online fashion and lifestyle destination in Asia is seeking a Business Analyst to monitor and analyze sales and stock performance across multiple countries. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field, at least 2 years of experience in financial planning, and a strong understanding of analysis tools like MS Excel and Tableau. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic e-commerce environment and contribute to the growth of a major player in the industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in business or financial planning/analysis.
• Strong skills in MS Excel and knowledge of analytical tools such as Tableau.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, report and interpret sales, margin and stock performance.
• Provide recommendations to maximize sales and margin opportunities.
• Work closely with Category Planning Manager to develop plans.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project Management

Strong attention to details

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Mathematics or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

Tableau

Job description

Responsibilities

• Monitor, report and interpret sales, margin and stock performance for all product groups and countries
• Provide recommendations of actions to maximize sales and margin opportunities while limiting stock risk, demonstrating a deep understanding of key drivers such as sell-through
• Forward forecast sales and margin performance frequently, and translate forecast to stock budgets and assortment plans
• Work closely on a day to day basis with Category Planning Manager and Category Directors/Buyers in developing and actioning plans
• Work closely with Category Planning Manager and other planners in developing buying and planning tools to improve efficiency and accuracy

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Mathematics or equivalent
• At least 2 years' work experience, preferably in business or financial planning/analysis (commercial or FP&A)
• Excellent understanding of MS Excel, knowledge of analytical tools such as Tableau a plus
• Strong communication and project management skills
• High attention to details
• Able to work independently as well as in a team
• Willingness to work in a multicultural environment
• Interest in the e-commerce and fashion retail industries

The ZALORA Story

ZALORA is Asia’s leading online fashion, beauty and lifestyle destination, part of Global Fashion Group. As one of the region’s pioneer large scale e-commerce platforms, ZALORA has established a strong presence throughout the region, particularly in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines, Hong Kong, enjoying over 50 million visits per month.

ZALORA is not obligated to accept resumes from any third parties on behalf of potential candidates for any position (advertised or otherwise) by any means, unless ZALORA has executed a written agreement with such third party and has expressly requested such third party for candidate referrals. Third parties who provide unsolicited resumes of candidate(s) shall waive and forfeit all rights to claim for any placement fees or referral fees in the event that such candidate is eventually engaged or employed by ZALORA or Global Fashion Group.