Job Description
Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization: Drive the budget, forecasting and consolidation processes for wholesale in the country. The cornerstone activity of this role is driving consistency and alignment of planning, reporting and methodology for the channels in alignment with globally defined planning processes. In addition, cross-functional activities such as driving cost efficiencies, establishing a consistent reporting environment and optimizing business decisions to maximize profitability are key responsibilities of this position. The role ensures the local and regional wholesale teams are provided top notch and highly relevant information, analysis and trade-off alternatives for their business decisions. Key Responsibilities: · Manage planning and execution of annual budget process and periodical forecasting process giving guidance, clear assumptions and methodology to the countries for wholesale to ensure Forecast Accuracy and work closely together with regional and country Wholesale team· Generate monthly business review with detailed explanation and analysis of country / channel evolution - Deep understanding of country´s actual numbers, development and KPIs evolution to provide insights and transparency to the Commercial controller, FP&A Director and channel director· Drive standardization of processes, accounting and reports in alignment with LAM to comply with global timelines and requirements and ensure complete and accurate information· Align and partner with wholesale leads to support them in the design of the strategy providing financial support and knowledge of the business and ensuring that the countries´ plans are aligned with the strategy· Influence customer P&L by analyzing distribution agreements and investment strategies (trade terms, SWB, overheads and AR) to maximize profitability and optimize brand presentation· Generate support and optimize business analysis
