About the job
Meet the Team
The Regional Market Insights Team is pivotal in shaping Grab's strategic and operational choices by providing crucial insights into industry trends and competitive landscapes. We assess the market from various angles, enhancing traditional research with cutting-edge methodologies.
About the Role
As a Senior Data Scientist reporting to the Senior Market Insights Manager, you will spearhead strategic market analysis initiatives, converting intricate data into actionable insights that promote business growth and guide essential decisions within the organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify market opportunities, scrutinize competitive dynamics, and deliver persuasive insights that will direct the strategic trajectory of the GrabMart business.
This position is based at our Petaling Jaya office.
Your Responsibilities
- Design and implement sophisticated statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive dynamics across various business segments.
- Conduct in-depth market research studies to pinpoint emerging opportunities, potential risks, and market voids that support strategic planning.
- Develop engaging data visualizations and executive-ready reports that effectively convey complex insights to stakeholders at all levels.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, strategy, and operations, to translate business challenges into data-informed solutions and recommendations.
- Mentor junior data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and analytical excellence.
- Create predictive models and forecasting frameworks to anticipate market trends and consumer preferences, enabling proactive decision-making.
- Enhance data collection processes and adopt best practices for data management, quality assurance, and analytical workflows.
- Stay updated with advancements in data science techniques, tools, and methodologies to continually enhance our market analysis capabilities.

