Projects And Analytics Specialist - Return And Refund

Shopee; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Shopee is seeking a Projects & Analytics Specialist in Metro Manila to drive strategic initiatives that improve efficiency, costs, and scalability within the Return & Refund function. You will combine project management, analytics, workforce planning, and AI-driven transformation.

You will identify opportunities, develop data-driven solutions, and lead high-impact initiatives from ideation through implementation and post-launch evaluation, collaborating with Operations, Product, and Engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; analytics, PM, operations, or business strategy experience preferred.
• MBA or postgraduate studies are a plus.
• 4–7 years in PM, analytics, strategy, operations excellence, or related fields.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and driving business transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects from ideation to implementation and post-launch evaluation.
• Identify operational opportunities and develop data-driven solutions.
• Drive strategic initiatives to improve efficiency and scalability of the Return & Refund function.
• Create dashboards, reports, and leadership reviews to monitor performance.

Skills

PM & Execution

Analytical Thinking

Data Visualization

Forecasting & Planning

Process Improvement

Automation & Tools

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA or postgraduate studies

Tools

SQL

Automation tools

Scripting

AI applications

Job description

About The Team

As a Projects & Analytics Specialist, you will drive strategic initiatives that improve operational efficiency, optimize costs, and enhance the scalability and effectiveness of the Return & Refund function. This role combines project management, business analytics, workforce planning, and AI-driven transformation, requiring strong analytical thinking and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.

You will be responsible for identifying operational opportunities, developing data-driven solutions, and leading high-impact initiatives from ideation through implementation and post-launch evaluation.

Key Competencies

• Project Management & Execution - Ability to lead cross-functional projects from planning to implementation, ensuring timely delivery, measurable impact, and alignment with business objectives.
• Analytical Problem-Solving & Strategic Thinking - Strong ability to analyze operational data, identify trends and root causes, and translate insights into actionable recommendations that support strategic decisions and business planning.
• Performance Reporting & Data Visualization - Proficiency in Excel, Google Suite, and data visualization tools, with the ability to build dashboards, reports, and business reviews for operational monitoring and leadership reporting.
• Operational Planning & Resource Optimization - Ability to support forecasting, productivity analysis, and resource planning by identifying workload trends, scaling requirements, and efficiency improvement opportunities across the function.
• Process Improvement & Operational Excellence - Ability to identify operational, process, and product gaps, develop scalable solutions, and assess post-implementation impact to drive continuous improvement and better customer experience.
• Automation, Data Tools & Systems Thinking - Ability to leverage automation and technology solutions to improve productivity and decision-making. Working knowledge of SQL is preferred; experience with automation tools, scripting, or AI applications is a plus.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication - Strong collaboration, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across Operations, Product, Engineering, and business teams and present clear recommendations to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in any field, with demonstrated experience in analytics, project management, operations, or business strategy
• MBA or postgraduate studies are an advantage
• 4-7 years of relevant work experience in Project Management, Business Analytics, Strategy, Operations Excellence, Consulting, or related fields
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and driving business transformation initiatives
• Experience supporting Customer Service, Operations, or eCommerce environments is preferred
• Experience in workforce planning, cost management, automation, or AI-related initiatives is a strong advantage