Chanel Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis

Chanel, a prestigious name in luxury fashion, is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation. As part of a global conglomerate, Chanel offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. The brand is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where creativity and individuality are celebrated, ensuring that employees can thrive and contribute to the brand's storied legacy.

1. Deliver data-driven, insight-led analysis during monthly forecasts by extracting, manipulating, and analyzing data from GPM.
2. Identify key performance drivers and areas of business focus by Market.
3. Support the Head of FP&A with high-quality analysis for monthly forecasts, Board, and Executive Committee presentations.
4. Review and validate Global Expenses, providing detailed analysis on the evolution of global expenses.
5. Develop and improve the process of liaising with divisions and answering global expense queries.
6. Aid in setting Budget Sales and Operating Profit (OP) targets in collaboration with Divisions.
7. Perform scenario analysis on Medium-term plan (MTP) and lead presentations for the CEO Regional Forum.
8. Assist in financial modeling of global performance to aid decision-making for medium and long-term performance.
9. Lead collaboration and consolidation of Budget Sales and OP Targets and MTP.
10. Prepare CEO Regional Forum presentations, incorporating MTP and Global Expense analysis.
11. Lead the global expense consolidation presentation, reporting on expense trends by Division and Corporate.
12. Prepare presentations on Global Charges for CHANEL Brand owners (CBOs) and Global CFO.
13. Assist in driving forward the simplification agenda, including improvement of the budgeting and forecasting process.
14. Participate and animate the CFO calls for allocated region and Divisions, including minutes and follow-up actions.
15. Contribute towards ad hoc financial analysis as needed by the department to senior leaders.
16. Participate in the animation and storytelling of company performance through presentations to the Executive committee and the Board.

1. Finance or Data Insights background, educated to Masters or equivalent level (CIMA or ACCA desired).
2. Over 5 years of experience in a relevant field.

1. Strong Excel and Power BI skills.
2. Comprehensive understanding of financial principles, systems, processes, management reporting, and commercial finance.
3. Ability to comprehend business issues and develop coherent and comprehensive business solutions.
4. Capacity to work in an international, complex, and fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
5. High levels of motivation and a drive to actively set and influence decisions.
6. Strong collaboration and effective communication skills with peers and senior management.
7. Strong presentation skills across various regions and divisions.
8. Analytical thinking and modeling skills.

Over 5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis or a related field, with a strong focus on data insights and financial modeling.

Master's degree in Finance or Data Insights, or equivalent level. CIMA or ACCA desired.

The role offers the opportunity to work with finance teams and general managers across diverse businesses, gaining leadership experience through exposure to top management. Employees will collaborate with dynamic, multicultural, and forward-thinking teams.

Chanel is committed to creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth and contributes to collective progress. The brand values the uniqueness of each individual, which enhances the diversity, complementarity, and effectiveness of its teams.