Expansion Projects - Costing Analyst

About The Team

Scommerce is the retail and fulfillment arm of Shopee. It’s an integrated suite of services designed to empower sellers on the platform. It offers a range of seller tools and solutions to optimize their online businesses, including fulfillment and retailing services for brands and sellers. By streamlining operations, Scommerce helps sellers scale their e-commerce business efficiently. Additionally, it enhances the customer experience by reducing buyer waiting time, strategically positioning inventory closer to buyers, and ensuring high product quality.

Job Description

• Conducts detailed cost analysis and develops cost models for new warehouse projects and expansion initiatives.
• Tracks committed cost targets to ensure alignment with financial targets and adjusts projections based on updated supply and demand data.
• Analyzes labor, materials, and operational costs to assess project feasibility and budget requirements.
• Collaborates with project managers and stakeholders to gather data, understand project specifications, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepares comprehensive financial reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Monitors project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial targets, timelines, and risk assessments related to potential delays or scope changes.
• Supports procurement activities by analyzing vendor costs and pricing strategies for warehouse materials and services.
• Stays updated on industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes affecting warehouse costs.
  
  

Requirements

• At least a Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management, Management/Industrial Engineering, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in cost analysis, financial modeling, project management, or warehouse/logistics operations.
  
  

Technical Skills

• High proficiency in MS Office, especially MS Excel and Google Sheets, with strong data analysis capabilities.
• Experience with financial modeling, budgeting, and cost estimation tools is a plus.
  
  

Analytical & Strategic Thinking

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a cost-conscious and data-driven approach.
• Ability to assess financial feasibility and identify cost-saving opportunities in warehouse operations.
  
  

Communication & Collaboration

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Filipino.
• Ability to present complex financial data clearly and concisely to stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and functions.
  
  

Project & Time Management

• Capable of handling multiple tasks and working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and timelines.
  
  

Mobility & Flexibility

• Willingness to travel to warehouse locations and project sites as needed.