Hugo Boss Global Merchandising Development / Senior Business Analyst (m/f/d)

Our vision is to establish HUGO BOSS as the leading premium tech-driven fashion platform worldwide and to be one of the top 100 global brands. At HUGO BOSS, we work as a team to apply our knowledge, skills and experience together and create a diversity of ideas and solutions. What unites us? We love fashion, we change fashion!

At HUGO BOSS, you have the opportunity to contribute your personality, ideas and creativity - because only when we break new ground together can we create something unique. Become part of our team of more than 19.000 employees worldwide and shape your future at HUGO BOSS!

The Merchandise Planning Retail (Full-Price) department plays a pivotal role in the success of the HUGO BOSS Retail business. It is responsible for translating the corporate strategy into actionable merchandise plans and achieving defined targets. The department ensures the Retail channels are inspiring consumers by creating clear brand messages whilst meeting their needs by delivering the right product at the right place at the right time.

We are looking for a passionate Senior Business Professional in the Global Merchandising Development team to actively drive business performance, change and growth in close collaboration with multiple interfaces, Buying/ Merchandising/Trading teams and the Markets.

What you can expect:

• Take end-to-end ownership of all SALE-related merchandising execution for EMEA Retail B&M and Global Ecom- from briefing & timeline creation to target setting, product listings, analysis, communication, trade reviews, recap and concrete optimization measures.
• Create transparency, actively steer business to improve merchandise performance globally and drive rigorous execution of Merchandising strategies with an end-to-end focus across the full collection lifecycle
• Ensure a consistent setup and roll-out of merchandise strategies across all channels globally by aligning concrete actions, tools and processes with regional Planning, Buying and Merchandising teams and acting as a day-to-day sparring partner
• Ensure the right balance of data-driven and qualitative/customer centric business steering with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Ensure an increasing share of an effective, global and market-driven retail buy
• Identify and realize global business potentials to drive top line growth
• Lead cross-functional alignments with key stakeholders (e.g. Regional/Hub Merchandising / Business Units / Marketing / BP&A/Controlling)
• Drive and/or lead overall strategic improvement projects for merchandise optimization across all regions, channels & BUs. Drive change management & strategic thinking
• Functional Leadership within the team or towards the Regional Planning, Buying & Merchandising teams worldwide

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Your profile:

• Successfully completed studies in Business Administration, Retail/Fashion/Textile Management or a comparable field
• 7+ years of experience in Controlling and/or Retail or Merchandise Management in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced analytical skills with strong understanding of retail performance figures and retail/merchandising processes and strategies
• Enthusiastic, self-confident and self-motivated, with the ambition to drive initiatives and change to achieve company targets; experience in change management
• Strong time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; fluent in English
• Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills
• Proficient user of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Your benefits:

• We offer a competitive salary and attractive benefits, including vacation and Christmas bonuses, a mobility allowance / Deutschlandticket, an annual clothing allowance, a company pension scheme, and our SHIP share program.
• Made for Me: Enjoy the freedom of our flexible working models. With 'Threedom of Work', spend 3 days in Metzingen and 2 days working remotely. Benefit from our 'Me Time' program for personal time off and the option of 30 days of 'Mobile Work EU' annually.
• High-performing people need a healthy balance. Take advantage of the employee gym, a variety of sports activities, a 37-hour workweek, and 30 vacation days a year.
• Exclusive discounts for shopping and arts: benefit from discounts for family and friends along with free entrance to more than 15 international art museums.
• Does innovation drive you? Same for us! This passion is reflected in our modern workplaces and innovative tools.
• Sustainability is one of our key values, and more than just a trend. We are committed to environmental, animal and climate protection, and human rights. As part of our commitment, we offer an environmentally friendly bus shuttle.
• We also place great importance to good taste when it comes to food. Welcome to our award-winning restaurant & café Times.

We are a global company with our employees representative of the world at large. Our inclusive culture embraces each person's authenticity and individuality. We are committed to equal employment opportunity. And we believe our equitable work environment helps unleash your full potential and inspires you to thrive.