Chanel Business Finance Manager

Paris • France

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Chanel, a renowned name in luxury fashion, is part of a prestigious conglomerate known for its dedication to excellence and innovation. As a leader in the industry, Chanel offers a dynamic and sophisticated work environment, fostering creativity and growth. The company is committed to maintaining its legacy of high-quality craftsmanship and exceptional service, making it a desirable employer for those passionate about luxury fashion.

1. Manage sales and margin monitoring for W&FJ Europe, reporting directly to the FP&A Director.
2. Oversee net sales reporting and performance management through daily, weekly, and monthly reports for operational teams and top management.
3. Monitor sales budget and reforecast construction with markets, ensuring collaboration and coordination.
4. Create synergies with the product merchandising team, challenge forecasts, and align product strategy.
5. Prepare strategic presentations for top management in collaboration with the FP&A Director, utilizing innovative formats.
6. Serve as the CEBI champion, centralizing evolutions and developments to meet analysis needs from business teams and ensuring the reliability of all business reports.
7. Participate in the implementation of a new forecasting tool, including training and ensuring its evolution aligns with business needs.
8. Provide margin analysis and follow-up, ensuring closings management and building gross margin components budget and reforecasts.
9. Manage the pricing process in collaboration with the apprentice and W&FJ Division team.
10. Monitor European stock and provide financial support to regional warehouse teams.
11. Coordinate inventories of Europe stock, optimizing inventory results for the WFJ boutiques network.
12. Act as a key interlocutor for P&L monitoring and monthly follow-up across specified geographic scopes.
13. Develop business partnerships with markets, including market visits and inventory participation.
14. Coordinate capex construction and CEO review preparation with markets and store planning team.
15. Support WFJ Regional Europe business team on performance steering and simplify processes to enhance efficiency.
16. Participate in Future of Finance projects, including key transformation initiatives.

1. Master's degree in engineering, management, or business school.
2. 8 to 10 years of relevant experience.

1. Strong problem-solving skills with strategic thinking ability.
2. Proactive and innovative mindset with leadership skills.
3. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI, and information systems.
4. Knowledge of SAP and TM1 is advantageous.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills and team spirit.

8 to 10 years of experience in a relevant field, with a focus on finance and strategic management.

Master's degree in engineering, management, or business school.

Chanel offers a competitive benefits package, including opportunities for professional development and growth within the luxury fashion industry.

Chanel fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, encouraging employees to challenge the status quo and embrace agility in a fast-evolving environment. The company values teamwork, open-mindedness, and a proactive approach to tackling technical challenges.