Business Analyst

CEYLON COLD STORES PLC

 

Business Analyst - Modern Trade

 

Ceylon Cold Stores PLC (CCS), manufacturer of Elephant House Beverages and Ice Creams is a leading consumer food company in Sri Lanka. CCS is a subsidiary of John Keells Holdings PLC.

 

The company is seeking a suitable candidate to fill the position of Business Analyst - Modern Trade. The Business Analyst - Modern Trade will be responsible for analyzing sales data, market trends, and customer behaviors to support the growth and performance of our modern trade channels. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

  • Analyze sales data to identify market trends, seasonality, promotional outliers, and establish baseline forecasts for product categories.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs), and prepare business reviews and presentations for stakeholders.
  • Work with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to provide data-driven insights and recommendations, supporting the development and execution of sales strategies.
  • Conduct competitor benchmarking and market analysis to identify performance gaps, opportunities, and challenges within modern trade channels.
  • Continuously optimize processes, incorporate feedback, and provide actionable market insights to inform product and marketing strategies.

Person Specifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Statistics, or a related field, with minimum 2 years of experience.
  • Knowledge of how modern trade operates, including relationships between manufacturers, retailers, and consumers.
  • Sound knowledge in ERP Systems and Competitor Analysis.
  • Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Statistical Tools & Techniques, Business Communication, Problem-Solving skills and Attention to Detail.

If you are confident that you possess the above requirement, please send your cv, which includes the names of two non-related referees. Click on the advert now to join our team via Elephant House Careers site.

Ceylon Cold Stores PLC
21 Mar 2025
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