Assistant Manager (Category Optimisation & Allocation)

Key Responsibilities:

• Prediction and Forecast Models

Build and maintain forecasting models to support business planning and decision-making

• Model Evaluation

Evaluate model accuracy using appropriate metrics and continuously improve model performance

• What-if Simulation

Develop simulation models to evaluate business scenarios Assess the impact of pricing, display, and stock changes

• Allocation Optimization

Design optimization models for inventory allocation across stores Balance constraints such as stock availability, demand, and capacity

• Dashboarding and Analytics

Create and maintain impactful analytics that drive business decisions across various platforms (e.g., dashboards)

• Data & Collaboration

Work with data stakeholders to ensure reliable data pipelines and translate business requirements into analytical solutions

• Stakeholder Management

Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds (e.g., IT and business) Translate requirements into clear and understandable terms for all relevant parties

• Project Management (good to have)

Manage end-to-end project delivery, including defining scope, timelines, priorities, and stakeholder engagement

• Decision Making

Propose data-driven ideas such as optimizing machine learning models and alternative solutions Plan and execute initiatives effectively

• Any Other Tasks as Assigned

Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar field
• Possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience
• Strong proficiency in Python (e.g., libraries such as pandas, sklearn) and SQL
• Hands-on experience in time series forecasting and predictive modeling
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
• Solid understanding of Machine Learning concepts and techniques
• Proven experience in project management, including planning, execution, and delivery (good to have)
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate across diverse teams (good to have)
• Demonstrated critical and creative thinking abilities
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical and innovative solutions