Senior Manager Merchandising Finance and Analytics

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis of key financial performance drivers, including variances to prior year and plan, and oversee evaluation of customer and vendor profitability to identify risks and opportunities; drive recommendations to senior leadership to improve profitability and support the Annual Operating Plan (AOP)
• Direct analysis of expense performance and trends, ensuring clear visibility into variance drivers and cost optimization opportunities
• Own the forecasting process and oversee the delivery of financial reporting and insights, ensuring outputs are accurate, actionable, and aligned with business trends and strategic priorities
• Establish and standardize scalable financial processes and reporting frameworks to improve efficiency, consistency, and insight generation
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of analysts, fostering a high-performing and insight-driven finance organization

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in an analytical field (e.g., Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related discipline); 7+ years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, or analytics. Direct experience/exposure to merchandising, pricing, or product/category management is preferred.
• Preferred: MBA or CFA
• Strong leadership experience managing and developing teams
• Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Ability to translate complex data into clear insights for senior executives

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and commercial acumen
• Executive communication and influence
• Strong business partnering mindset
• Data-driven decision-making
• People leadership and talent development