Job description: JOB DESCRIPTION The Business Analyst is part of the Demand Planning team for H&M SEA, where he/she guarantee the optimal sales plan and secure the buying levels to support it, and ensures consistent buying all over all stages of buying process. He/she supports the SEA management team with performance reports for the region and other ad-hoc analysis, and guarantee stock optimization through moves between the markets.
Responsibilities » Set bottom up buying levels to secure top level purchase plan agreed
» Monitor and execute buying under initial % located on the strategy set up by Head of Merchandising.
» Support Merchandising team in setting up recommended quantification for garments bought outside of percentage method
» Calculate the purchase plan coming from outside of percentage method buying.
» Follow up on the sales of articles and make recommendations to improve the quality of manual quantification.
» Coach Merchandise Managers in setting bottom up sales plan and drive the sales planning process.
» Follow up on buying development. Act on tendencies in reference market or own country through updating buying % on a weekly basis.
» Maintain constant follow up on developing of the buying equation (per season, per periods).
» On a weekly basis, provide the Merchandising team with the sales follow up on actual season (per index, per main sub-indexes) and highlight key trends vs plan.
» Provide SEA management team with performance analysis and ad-hoc analysis and presentations in connection to the regional performance.
» Support the Merchandising team in executing stock moves between the markets, by preparing all necessary templates, coordinating information between the markets.
» Coordinate move execution with the DC team
» Seek opportunities of optimizing stock via moves at the production stage
» Requirements » Degree in Finance/ Economics/ Mathematics or the equivalent professional certification
» Strong in numbers, analytical with high level of logical thinking
» Strong time management and ownership
» Able to work independently as well as within a team
» Strong in both verbal and written communication
» Meticulous with a strong orientation to detail
» Open-minded and positive
» Preferably at least 5 years of working practice in an analytical function
WORK LOCATION
Nearby Transportations » Somerset MRT (NS23)
» Bus 1N, 2N, 3N, 4N, 5N, 6N, 7, 14, 14E,
» Bus 16, 65, 106, 111, 123, 175 and 5
Address 1 Grange Road, Orchard Building #08-00 and #09-00 Singapore 239693
COMPANY SNAPSHOT Average Processing Time More Than 2 Weeks
Registration No. 201022672K
Industry Retail/Merchandise
Website http://www2.hm.com/en_asia2/index.html
Facebook Fan Page https://www.facebook.com/HM-330012747420540/?brand_redir=21415640912
Company Size 501 - 1000 Employees
Working Hours Regular hours, Shift hours
Dress Code Casual (e.g. T-shirts)
Benefits Medical, Dental, Sports (e.g. Gym)
Spoken Language English
COMPANY PHOTOS
COMPANY OVERVIEW Fashion, fun and action!
As one of the world’s largest fashion retailers, H&M offers endless career opportunities. A fast-paced, buzzing environment with great diversity that’s anything but dull – a place where the customer is always the centre of attention.
But what truly makes us stand out are our remarkable employees. From stylish Sales Advisors and Visual Merchandisers to computer whizzes and business savvy planners – all our employees share a great ambition and an anything-is-possible attitude. Not to mention an excellent eye for fashion. It’s thanks to them that we have grown – with over 4,826 stores in more than 60 markets worldwide. And we are continuing to grow!
Since we are constantly growing, we’re always on the lookout for talent – for every area of the company. Join us in an inspiring, fast-paced, exciting and ever-changing environment where your career possibilities are endless.
Check out our career website now to find out more!
http://career.hm.com/content/hmcareer/en_sg.html
WHY JOIN US? We believe in our people and always encourage new ideas and initiatives. Along with training and leadership abilities guidance, there’s no end to the potential for a prosperous and global career within H&M. Our goal is for a job at H&M to be more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of opportunities!
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