Cost Performance Lead

About Daraz

Founded in 2015, Daraz is South Asia’s leading e-commerce platform in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Myanmar. It empowers more than 100,000 active sellers with world-class marketplace technology to reach the fast-growing consumer class in a region of 500 million people. Through Daraz Express and Daraz Pay, it operates the most efficient and digitalized logistics and payments infrastructure in its markets. Daraz’ vision is to be a champion of South Asia serving 100 million customers and businesses by 2030.

For more information, please visit www.daraz.com

Key Responsibilities:

Cost Management & Optimization

• Analyze fixed and variable cost components across ventures and functional areas
• Develop cost efficiency KPIs (e.g., Cost per Order, Cost per Package, Cost per Item) and monitor trends
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and lead initiatives to improve financial efficiency

Performance Tracking

• Design and maintain performance dashboards across logistics and warehousing
• Benchmark performance across hubs, cities and countries to highlight improvement areas
• Support functional heads in understanding cost drivers and making informed decisions

Forecasting & Planning

• Support monthly rolling forecasts and business reviews with detailed cost outlooks
• Work with functional teams to analyze variances and track actuals against targets

Reporting & Analytics

• Build and automate reports using Power BI and Excel to improve cost and performance visibility
• Conduct deep-dive and root-cause analysis to support strategic business cases

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as a finance business partner to Logistics & Warehousing functions
• Drive cross-functional alignment on performance goals and cost efficiency

Who We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in cost performance , business controlling, or FP&A, roles
• Strong command of financial modeling and data analysis
• Advanced Excel and Power BI skills are a must; familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., MS-Dynamics, SAP or Oracle NetSuite ) is a plus
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Prior experience in e-commerce, logistics, or FMCG sectors will be an advantage

What we offer:

• International working environment in a start-up setting, and a unique opportunity to learn from the best in e-commerce (Alibaba Group) and business growth
• A platform to learn from Alibaba’s world-leading ecosystem
• Rigorous training and exposure in team management, leadership, business analytics, and operations
• An opportunity to train the next generation of business leaders in the ‘tech’ industry
• Competitive salary and incentive package