Ralph Lauren Analyst, RLS Business Planning

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain sophisticated analytics that drive strategic business decisions for Store/Business Planning
• Drive reporting excellence by designing and deploying simplified Excel and Business Intelligence templates that promote standardization, reduce errors, and enhance operational agility
• Lead analysis of store performance metrics, market trends, and consumer behavior to identify growth opportunities
• Learn and become proficient in Ralph Lauren's planning systems to execute critical business planning processes
• Analyze and forecast business trends to proactively identify potential risks and opportunities, enabling strategic business planning and growth initiatives
• Collaborate with the Business Planning team to create and maintain daily financial plans and forecasts, aligning sales and gross margin projections with corporate objectives and growth targets
• Drive strategic partnerships across key stakeholders including Merchandise Planning, Marketing, Store Operations, and Field Leadership teams to ensure alignment and optimize business outcomes
• Design and deliver compelling data visualizations and executive presentations that tell the story behind the numbers

Business Intelligence & Reporting

• Drive innovation in reporting methodologies and dashboard development using advanced business intelligence tools
• Track and analyze performance metrics, including ad-hoc requests
• Support strategic initiatives through detailed financial modeling and scenario planning
• Recap and Analyze effectiveness of in-store events, marketing activations, and promotions
• Provide actionable insights on business opportunities, potential risks, and market trends to strengthen forecast reliability
• Create and maintain cross-functional visibility reports highlighting product and location results
• Prepare and deliver compelling executive summaries that translate complex data into actionable business insights and strategic recommendations
• Conduct comprehensive business analysis using available systems and tools to address management inquiries and support strategic decision-making

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving capabilities
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and business intelligence tools
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-priority projects while maintaining attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technical systems quickly
• Proficient in retail math
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and accurate
• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively
• Demonstrates aptitude to develop and maintain effective cross-functional relationships
• Experience with retail analytics or allocation systems
• Knowledge of Visual Insights or similar BI platforms
• Understanding of luxury retail business metrics and KPIs