Nike
Analyst, Finance Planning Global - Converse
Nike, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
As a vital member of the Converse Finance team, you will report into the Manager of Finance Planning Global and engage regularly with Global Development, Global Marketplace, Product Merchandising and Corporate Finance teammates to collaborate on initiatives that maximize profitability and operational efficiency. You will also connect with our senior finance leaders, gaining exposure to various facets of the business and contributing to strategic decision-making.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Based out of the Global Headquarters in Downtown Boston, Converse is looking for an Analyst, Finance Planning Global to join our Global Product Margin Planning and Product Finance team. You will need to have with strong organizational skills, the ability to achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing tasks, the patience to work with ambiguous and conflicting data sources and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills that allow them to connect with a broad and diverse set of stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, experience or training
Minimum of 2 years of experience in financial analysis, financial/strategic planning, and/or budgeting/forecasting
Consumer Products or Retail Industry experience is a plus
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.)
Experience in data visualization software (e.g. Tableau/Power BI), Flex PLM & SAP is a plus
Desire to drive efficiency, process improvement, and to enhance understanding of business drivers
Proficient verbal & written communication skills; Interacts well with a diverse network of global business partners
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
As an analyst on the Financial Planning team, you will be primarily focused on essential Finance Operations tasks as well as supporting critical go-to-market Product Margin Planning & Product Finance work. In this role, you will be responsible for data quality and integrity, supporting various projects, reporting to key stakeholders, as well as but not limited to, meeting crucial deadlines. You will also have responsibility for key ad hoc requests and deliverables to Converse/Nike Inc. and other internal stakeholders.
Finance Operations:
Own and manage standard costs, freight & duty within Flex PLM & SAP
Manage seasonal price lists and distribute to external licensees
Distribute product cost guidance to internal stakeholders monthly
Complete ad hoc product modification requests
Manage the monthly purchase order audit reporting process
Ensure adherence to Sarbanes Oxley (SOX)
Margin Planning:
Lead the multi-seasonal margin review process by extracting data and completing margin roll-up report
Own the seasonal product margin target templates and lead margin target discussions with Development & Product Merchandising teams
Help to identify savings and pricing opportunities within the seasonal product line plan
Product Finance:
Support with ad hoc requests and deliverables to Converse/Nike Inc
Assist in extracting data for monthly reporting reviewed by senior leadership
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/5153e46a93f4460db48eb9e611386685) .
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.
As a vital member of the Converse Finance team, you will report into the Manager of Finance Planning Global and engage regularly with Global Development, Global Marketplace, Product Merchandising and Corporate Finance teammates to collaborate on initiatives that maximize profitability and operational efficiency. You will also connect with our senior finance leaders, gaining exposure to various facets of the business and contributing to strategic decision-making.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Based out of the Global Headquarters in Downtown Boston, Converse is looking for an Analyst, Finance Planning Global to join our Global Product Margin Planning and Product Finance team. You will need to have with strong organizational skills, the ability to achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing tasks, the patience to work with ambiguous and conflicting data sources and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills that allow them to connect with a broad and diverse set of stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, experience or training
Minimum of 2 years of experience in financial analysis, financial/strategic planning, and/or budgeting/forecasting
Consumer Products or Retail Industry experience is a plus
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.)
Experience in data visualization software (e.g. Tableau/Power BI), Flex PLM & SAP is a plus
Desire to drive efficiency, process improvement, and to enhance understanding of business drivers
Proficient verbal & written communication skills; Interacts well with a diverse network of global business partners
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
As an analyst on the Financial Planning team, you will be primarily focused on essential Finance Operations tasks as well as supporting critical go-to-market Product Margin Planning & Product Finance work. In this role, you will be responsible for data quality and integrity, supporting various projects, reporting to key stakeholders, as well as but not limited to, meeting crucial deadlines. You will also have responsibility for key ad hoc requests and deliverables to Converse/Nike Inc. and other internal stakeholders.
Finance Operations:
Own and manage standard costs, freight & duty within Flex PLM & SAP
Manage seasonal price lists and distribute to external licensees
Distribute product cost guidance to internal stakeholders monthly
Complete ad hoc product modification requests
Manage the monthly purchase order audit reporting process
Ensure adherence to Sarbanes Oxley (SOX)
Margin Planning:
Lead the multi-seasonal margin review process by extracting data and completing margin roll-up report
Own the seasonal product margin target templates and lead margin target discussions with Development & Product Merchandising teams
Help to identify savings and pricing opportunities within the seasonal product line plan
Product Finance:
Support with ad hoc requests and deliverables to Converse/Nike Inc
Assist in extracting data for monthly reporting reviewed by senior leadership
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/5153e46a93f4460db48eb9e611386685) .
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 503-671-4156 and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.