Data Analytics Manager

Sports Direct Malaysia is currently looking for Data Analytics Manager to join our growing team.

Malaysia marks the first direct retail investment in Asia through a joint venture partnership with Malaysian owned MST Golf Group of companies, a well-established golf retailer and service provider in the region. Sports Direct Malaysia currently operates a total of 34 retail stores domestically and manages a proprietary SportsDirect.com e-commerce site for domestic and regional fulfillment. Sports Direct Malaysia offers over 70 of the leading authentic global sports brands, offering the widest variety of choice and value. The company employs over 1000 staff with a view to expanding rapidly across Asia in the coming years.

We have developed a new generation of stores as part of our multi channel elevation strategy, to enhance the customer experience at every step of the journey. Our focus is on presenting an unrivalled range of quality products at excellent value in a modern spacious environment. The stores are uniquely zoned by key sports categories which include; SD Football, SD Running, SD Training (fitness, cross training, gym equipment, weights, boxing, yoga), SD Rackets (badminton, tennis, squash), SD Swimming (pool, beach, water sports), SD Sports (basketball, rugby, extreme games, cycling, skates & indoor games), SD Lifestyle (Men, Women & Kids) & SD Outdoor (Hiking, trekking, camping & fishing).

Your responsibilities as Data Analytics Manager will include but not limited to:

• Lead and manage comprehensive data projects, addressing business issues by gathering insights from various sources, analysing data, identifying trends, building models, and providing actionable recommendations through automated reports.
• Regularly review commercial data to pinpoint areas for enhancement and provide targeted recommendations backed by in-depth analysis.
• Employ statistical and analytical methods to interpret large datasets, drawing key conclusions and uncovering patterns, trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop, automate, and validate new reports, implementing corrective measures to enhance data accuracy and reliability.
• Deliver consistent reporting and analysis to senior management to support strategic business decisions.
• Guide and mentor junior BI team members, promoting best practices and supporting their professional growth.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in business intelligence, ensuring the team adopts best-in-class tools and methodologies.
• Ensure data quality and accuracy across all business intelligence solutions.
• Build and maintain good relationships with internal stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of business needs, challenges, and opportunities.
• Provide training and ongoing support to end-users on BI tools and solutions.
• Respond to ad-hoc data requests and analysis, offering insights and recommendations for further actions.
• Support budgeting and forecasting initiatives by providing accurate data insights.
• Any other assignments as directed by immediate superior as and when required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science).
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis, ideally within a commercial or business-oriented role, preferably in FMCG environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to data accuracy and quality.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, including SQL, Excel, and Power BI.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• High level of integrity and a solid work ethic.
• 5+ years of experience in a business analysis or finance role.

An opportunity like this at Frasers Group is for the fearless.

The potential is massive, the experience unrivalled. To be able to make the most of it you need to live and breathe our principles - you will:

• THINK WITHOUT LIMITS - and take the team with you
• BE RELEVANT - to our people, to partners, and to the planet
• OWN IT - and back yourself