Business Planning & Analytics Associate - Regional SPX

We are seeking a Business Planning & Analytics Associate to join the Regional SPX team, which drives operational improvements across all Shopee markets. This role combines business planning, cost and investment analysis, and stakeholder collaboration to optimize Shopee’s logistics operations at scale.

You will work closely with both regional leaders and local market teams, gaining exposure to real operational challenges while building skills in financial and strategic analysis.

This is an excellent opportunity for talents who are eager to apply analytical thinking to real business problems and develop a strong foundation in strategy, finance, and operations

Responsibilities Business Planning & Forecasting

• Support annual and quarterly planning for SPX, covering operating costs and CapEx
• Build financial and operational models to support scenario planning and sensitivity analysis

Cost & Investment Analysis

• Analyze logistics cost structures across markets to identify drivers and levers for optimization
• Conduct CapEx evaluations (ROI, payback period, business case analysis) to support investment decisions
• Track and report actual performance of initiatives against planned assumptions

Strategic Insights & Decision Support

• Provide data-driven insights on cost efficiency, resource allocation, and operational improvements
• Support strategic projects through analyses and management presentations

Business Partnering Across Markets

• Work closely with local SPX and operations teams to understand business drivers, identify opportunities, and translate targets into implementable initiatives
• Collaborate with stakeholders across markets to align on goals and iterate strategies

Process & Tooling Enhancement

• Support development of dashboards and reports that track key operational and financial KPIs

What We Offer

• A regional role with exposure to logistics operations across Southeast Asia
• Opportunities to develop skills in business planning, investment analysis, and strategy execution
• Close collaboration with senior leaders and local teams, providing insights into both strategic and operational decision-making
• A dynamic, supportive environment to learn, grow, and make an impact early in your career

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to work with both numbers and operations
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets; knowledge of SQL and Python is an advantage for deeper data analysis and automation
• Good understanding of financial and business concepts (e.g., cost drivers, ROI, payback period)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams across different countries
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment