Senior Analyst, Finance Margin Planning - Jordan Footwear

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

We are seeking a Senior Finance Analyst who will partner with the Product Merchandising organization to drive sustainable and profitable growth for a segment of the business through the product creation lifecycle.  We need some to partner with both Finance partners (Revenue and Margin Finance) and cross-functional partners (Product Management, Sourcing, Costing).

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We need a self-starter who can deliver results in ambiguous situations using strategic and financial insights, both written and visual, to help influence cross-functional partners.  The candidate needs to have strong attention to detail and the ability to translate financial metrics across a wide range of cross-functional audiences.  We are also seeking a team player who is curious to learn and driven to develop their skillset.

Requirements for the role include:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, Business or a closely related field.  MBA a plus
• Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated ability to complete quantitative and qualitative analysis and to run financial models
• Proven experience in effectively supporting and working with senior leadership
• 3-5 years' experience in financial analysis, financial/strategic planning, accounting and/or budgeting preferred

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

First and foremost, you will be the main finance partner for the Jordan footwear, Product Creation teams and have a seat at the table with leadership for a segment of the business.  In addition:

• You will partner with our Product Teams to translate strategic margin targets into seasonal margin plans while ensuring alignment with leadership. 
• You will proactively identify the financial implications of product decisions and articulate solutions that meet the needs of business partners.
• You will work across the broader Margin Planning team to help drive projects that improve overall margins.
• You will track margin attainment each season and work with the product teams on scenario plans to improve margin. 
• You will provide ad hoc margin analysis to the team and be a strategic business partner to influence price, cost and demand.

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