Commercial Controller

at  Hunkemller

Hunkemoller is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to support our Buying and Merchandise team. This role involves providing crucial analysis and insights on stock, sales, and margins to drive strategic decision-making and optimize financial performance.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of relevant working experience in a preferably international & fast moving company;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Business University or comparable field;
• Senior attitude when it comes to structure priorities, deadlines and targets within the team;
• Results oriented and highly analytical;
• Ability to process & analyse data from different data streams;
• Retail experience is highly preferred;
• Excellent and professional internal and external communication skills;
• Excellent English language skills (verbal and written), Dutch is a plus;
• Knowledge of MS Office;
• Knowledge of consolidation tools (Onestream) is a plus.

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• Financial Analysis:
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis on stock levels, sales performance, and margins.
• Evaluate historical sales data to forecast future trends and identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Analyze product profitability and performance across different categories, channels, and regions.
• Financial Modeling and Reporting:
• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports, including variance analysis, to provide insights into business performance.
• Present financial findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Collaboration and Support:
• Work closely with the Buying and Merchandise team to provide data-driven recommendations for assortment planning, product selection, and inventory management.
• Support pricing strategies and promotional planning to maximize profitability while maintaining competitive positioning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain, to align financial objectives with overall business goals.
• Inventory Management:
• Monitor inventory levels and turnover rates to ensure optimal stock levels and reduce excess inventory.
• Conduct analysis on slow-moving and obsolete inventory and recommend actions to mitigate financial impact.
• Support initiatives to improve stock accuracy and reduce inventory-related costs.
• Margin and Cost Analysis:
• Analyze gross margins and cost structures to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Evaluate the financial impact of supplier negotiations, including payment terms and discounts.
• Monitor and report on key cost drivers, such as raw material prices, labor costs, and logistics expenses.
• Performance Monitoring:
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of merchandising strategies and financial performance.
• Identify trends and provide actionable insights to improve sales, margins, and overall profitability.
• Support ad-hoc analysis and special projects as required by senior management.