Supply & Demand Senior Analyst

Lazada; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce platform in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Supply & Demand Analyst to optimize their supply chain for the RedMart portfolio. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in supply chain roles, specifically in FMCG. Responsibilities include managing product availability, collaborating with various teams, and utilizing technology for performance improvements. Strong Excel skills and fluency in English, alongside knowledge of Mandarin or Bahasa Melayu, are essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive key performance metrics and contribute to business success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in Supply Chain preferred.
• Understanding of replenishment and forecasting techniques is crucial.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Leverage technology for supply chain optimization.
• Drive KPIs for product availability and inventory optimization.
• Collaborate with teams to improve supplier performance.

Skills

Supply Chain Optimization

Replenishment Processes

Forecasting Techniques

Microsoft Excel

Fluent in English

Conversant in Mandarin, Bahasa Melayu or Tamil

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business management or engineering

Job description

Job Description

We are currently looking for a budding Supply Chain fanatic to join the Lazada managing the RedMart portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity for supply chain professional with 2+ years of experience and have a huge passion in Supply Chain Optimization.

At Lazada we use technology to delight our customers; we innovate to make our customers’ lives better. As the Supply & Demand Analyst, you will be charged to leverage on such technology with your experience, knowledge and ideas to ensure an exceptional level of product availability to our customers through effective (SUPPLY) planning, (DEMAND) forecasting and management of suppliers’ relationships. Central to this role is a set of KPIs that you are expected to lead and make change for the products. Having sole ownership and accountability in your portfolio to drive supply chain performances. These KPI include product availability, customer fulfilment, wastage and inventory level optimisation, whilst contributing directly to the business revenue and profitability.

You will manage a range of products and be responsible for improving supplier performance, and working closely with Merchandising, Marketing, Finance and Operations teams. Supply Chain continuous improvement is key. You will use your expertise and knowledge to make change in systems, gather insights and improve processes at your disposal.

Job Requirements

• Experience in FMCG as a retailer or supplier preferred
• Excellent understanding of replenishment and forecasting processes, techniques and systems
• Intermediate to advanced level of skill in Microsoft Excel
• Fluent in English and conversant in at least one or more of the major languages: Mandarin, Bahasa Melayu or Tamil

BASIC QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business management, engineering or other related fields.
• Minimum of 1+ years’ experience within a supply chain planning
• Leadership experience during schooling days

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in FMCG as a retailer or supplier preferred
• Excellent understanding of replenishment and forecasting processes, techniques and systems
• Intermediate to advanced level of skill in Microsoft Excel
• Fluent in English and conversant in at least one or more of the major languages: Mandarin, Bahasa Melayu or Tamil
• Ability to thrive in a startup-like environment