Business Analyst

Company Description

Kao Malaysia, established in 1973 as a subsidiary of Kao Corporation Japan, is committed to enriching lives and contributing to global sustainability. Guided by the Kirei Life philosophy, the company offers innovative and high-quality products in Health & Beauty Care and Hygiene & Living Care categories, featuring renowned brands such as Biore, Attack, Curel, and Magiclean. With a mission to improve lives and foster harmony between people and the planet, Kao Malaysia is dedicated to exceeding consumer expectations. Headquartered in Petaling Jaya, the company also operates regional sales offices across Peninsular Malaysia and partners with distributors to serve East Malaysia and Brunei.

Job Descriptions

Category & Business Analysis

• Conduct category, shopper, and market analysis to identify business gaps, growth opportunities, and channel development strategies.
• Analyze Nielsen, sell-out, and retailer POS data to generate actionable customer and shopper insights.
• Monitor market trends, competitors activities, pricing, and promotional movements across trade channels.
• Support brands with strategic category recommendations and performance insights.

Data Analytics & Reporting

• Process and consolidate large sets of commercial data into meaningful analytical reports and dashboards.
• Drive end-to-end commercial reporting, forecasting consolidation, and reporting accuracy.
• Support sales and management teams with insights for business reviews and decision-making.
• Convert raw data into presentation-ready reports and actionable business recommendations.

System & Process Governance

• Act as PIC for SIO system governance and commercial data consolidation.
• Coordinate with Sales, SCM, and cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and timely reporting.
• Maintain CE tracker, product catalogue, merchandising guidelines, and related commercial databases.
• Drive process automation and reporting efficiency improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Business Analysis and crafting Business Requirements
• Strong Analytical Skills to interpret data and solve complex problems
• Proficiency in designing and optimizing Business Processes
• Effective Communication skills to liaise with stakeholders and present findings clearly
• Experience in project management and process improvement is an advantage
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a hybrid work environment