Design Within Reach
Senior Company Planning Analyst
Design Within Reach, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
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Design Within Reach . MillerKnoll is looking for a company planning analyst who will lead the strategic and financial demand and sales planning for our D2C businesses globally. Uses data-driven analytics, trend insights, and business acumen to develop and communicate the strategic plan (3-year forecast); the annual operating plan; and monthly forecasts. In partnership with cross-functional stakeholders, conducts ad-hoc analyses to support multiple business channels including e-commerce and brick-and-mortar.
Essential Functions
Performs financial forecasting with input from cross-functional stakeholders, shares output with teams for alignment
Composes weekly business recaps that demonstrate an understanding of retail trends and their implications across metrics
Evaluates health of business; identifies and communicates risks and opportunities to forecast and LY
Conducts ad-hoc analyses that result in actionable opportunities to drive business improvements
Effectively communicates with teammates at all levels including leadership
Partners with FP&A team to compose month-end and quarter-end hindsight decks to be shared with the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Directors
Partners with global stakeholders across various departments to streamline global collaboration processes and strategies
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
4 - 7 years of experience in a corporate retail or professional financial environment
Thorough knowledge and expertise in financial forecasting and retail trend analysis
Experience operating in a highly matrixed organization with the ability to use influential interpersonal skills to attain cross-functional buy-in
Experience working in a fast-paced environment that requires agility and reprioritization while maintaining keen attention to detail
Proven ability to synthesize large amounts of data in Excel
Proven ability to operate independently and impactfully, and the desire to be a business owner
Demonstrated ability to effectively use office automation and tools used in the MillerKnoll office environment including related financial programs
Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team
Advanced Excel skills a plus
Who We Hire Design Within Reach is committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. We hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. The organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. MillerKnoll positions are typically open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage candidates to submit their applications promptly and to check back often for new postings. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.
Note:
This job description may reference entities such as MillerKnoll; Design Within Reach is part of MillerKnoll. This posting includes information relevant to the role and the organization as a whole.
Job details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Business Development and Sales
Industries: Furniture
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Company Planning Analyst
role at
Design Within Reach . MillerKnoll is looking for a company planning analyst who will lead the strategic and financial demand and sales planning for our D2C businesses globally. Uses data-driven analytics, trend insights, and business acumen to develop and communicate the strategic plan (3-year forecast); the annual operating plan; and monthly forecasts. In partnership with cross-functional stakeholders, conducts ad-hoc analyses to support multiple business channels including e-commerce and brick-and-mortar.
Essential Functions
Performs financial forecasting with input from cross-functional stakeholders, shares output with teams for alignment
Composes weekly business recaps that demonstrate an understanding of retail trends and their implications across metrics
Evaluates health of business; identifies and communicates risks and opportunities to forecast and LY
Conducts ad-hoc analyses that result in actionable opportunities to drive business improvements
Effectively communicates with teammates at all levels including leadership
Partners with FP&A team to compose month-end and quarter-end hindsight decks to be shared with the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Directors
Partners with global stakeholders across various departments to streamline global collaboration processes and strategies
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
4 - 7 years of experience in a corporate retail or professional financial environment
Thorough knowledge and expertise in financial forecasting and retail trend analysis
Experience operating in a highly matrixed organization with the ability to use influential interpersonal skills to attain cross-functional buy-in
Experience working in a fast-paced environment that requires agility and reprioritization while maintaining keen attention to detail
Proven ability to synthesize large amounts of data in Excel
Proven ability to operate independently and impactfully, and the desire to be a business owner
Demonstrated ability to effectively use office automation and tools used in the MillerKnoll office environment including related financial programs
Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team
Advanced Excel skills a plus
Who We Hire Design Within Reach is committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. We hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. The organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. MillerKnoll positions are typically open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage candidates to submit their applications promptly and to check back often for new postings. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.
Note:
This job description may reference entities such as MillerKnoll; Design Within Reach is part of MillerKnoll. This posting includes information relevant to the role and the organization as a whole.
Job details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Business Development and Sales
Industries: Furniture
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