Hunkemoller is hiring! The finance department of Hunkemoller is looking for a Commercial Finance Manager. Do you have experience with merchandise and do you like a role with exposure to the board within one of world's most successful lingerie brands? Please read on!
Overview: Hunkemoller is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to support our Buying and Merchandise team. This role involves providing crucial analysis and insights on stock, sales, and margins to drive strategic decision-making and optimize financial performance.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Analysis
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis on stock levels, sales performance, and margins.
- Evaluate historical sales data to forecast future trends and identify potential risks and opportunities.
- Analyze product profitability and performance across different categories, channels, and regions.
Financial Modelling and Reporting
- Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes.
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports, including variance analysis, to provide insights into business performance.
- Present financial findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
Collaboration and Support
- Work closely with the Buying and Merchandise team to provide data-driven recommendations for assortment planning, product selection, and inventory management.
- Support pricing strategies and promotional planning to maximize profitability while maintaining competitive positioning.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain, to align financial objectives with overall business goals.
Inventory Management
- Monitor inventory levels and turnover rates to ensure optimal stock levels and reduce excess inventory.
- Conduct analysis on slow-moving and obsolete inventory and recommend actions to mitigate financial impact.
- Support initiatives to improve stock accuracy and reduce inventory-related costs.
Margin and Cost Analysis
- Analyze gross margins and cost structures to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- Evaluate the financial impact of supplier negotiations, including payment terms and discounts.
- Monitor and report on key cost drivers, such as raw material prices, labor costs, and logistics expenses.
Performance Monitoring
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of merchandising strategies and financial performance.
- Identify trends and provide actionable insights to improve sales, margins, and overall profitability.
- Support ad-hoc analysis and special projects as required by senior management.
What you bring to the table?
- Economic degree from University/Business School.
- Minimum of 7 years working experience.
- Experience in a private equity environment, Retail experience would be preferred.
- Senior attitude when it comes to structure priorities, deadlines and targets within the team.
- Results oriented and highly analytical.
- Excellent and professional internal and external communication skills.
- Entrepreneurial spirit.
- Excellent English language skills (verbal and written), Dutch is a plus.
- Knowledge of MS Office.
- Knowledge of SAP and consolidation tools (Onestream) is a plus.
What's in it for you
- Good salary package with a nice bonus component.
- Hybrid working environment.
- New office in Hilversum.
- Working for certified TOP EMPLOYER.
Does this sounds challenging to you? Apply now or contact me at jim.witte@robertwalters.com
