Manager, Financial & Sales Planning

LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics•New York, NY

5h•$115,000 - $125,000

About The Position

LVMH Beauty is seeking a Manager, Financial & Sales Planning to join our dynamic team, supporting Make Up For Ever and Acqua Di Parma. This role is pivotal in driving business & financial insights, and operational efficiency through robust reporting and analysis, acting as a key partner to both Finance and Sales functions, and leading initiatives to optimize key processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field
7+ years of experience in a similar position.
Proven track record of owning key reporting processes and delivering actionable insights.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong data management skills.
Demonstrated experience in process improvement, automation, or operational optimization projects.
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of translating complex data into clear, concise, and actionable business recommendations.
Hands-on, organized, rigorous, detail-oriented and data-driven.
Able to work autonomously, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities effectively, and consistently deliver results under tight deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively with various stakeholders, including senior management.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree a plus.
Experience with Power BI, Anaplan or AX is a plus.
Interest or experience in the beauty industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end sales reporting and analysis process, including the preparation and dissemination of comprehensive weekly and monthly sales reports for the US and Canada markets to local teams and headquarters.
Lead the interpretation and presentation of sales performance data, providing detailed breakdowns by sales channel, product category, and new product launches. Proactively identify key trends, performance drivers, and growth opportunities, translating these insights into actionable recommendations that directly inform strategic business decisions.
Serve as the primary business partner and expert for the Sales team, providing guidance in monitoring the performance of key retail locations and assist in the establishment of relevant sales targets.
Drive the preparation and analysis of sales forecasts (by sales channel, by product category), collaborating closely with the Sales team.
Conduct ad-hoc sales analyses as requested to support specific business needs and inquiries.
Lead and manage the entire monthly financial closing process, including orchestrating coordination with the accounting team, and delivering comprehensive financial analysis & reporting to headquarters.
Proactively track and manage operational expenses in close collaboration with local teams, providing critical insights, ensuring accurate financial oversight, and actively contributing to cost control initiatives.
Drive the preparation of financial forecasts and budget cycles, in collaboration with the commercial and marketing teams, including detailed analysis, presentation, and reporting to headquarters.
Manage ad-hoc projects and analysis as needed, providing strategic support and insightful recommendations to senior leadership.
Drive the continuous identification, definition, and implementation of significant enhancements to current reporting and planning processes across both brands. This includes a strong focus on optimization and automation, leveraging sophisticated Excel-based solutions and other analytical tools.
Utilize tools such as Power BI to streamline data workflows, significantly improve reporting efficiency, and enable the extraction of robust, value-added business insights.
Collaborate cross-functionally to refine existing business processes, foster operational excellence, and recommend best practices that enhance efficiency and accuracy across departments.