Ralph Lauren Business Strategy & Analytics Manager, Sourcing

Ralph Lauren; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A global luxury fashion brand in Hong Kong is seeking a Business Strategy & Analytics Manager who will partner with the Sourcing Leadership Team. The role focuses on supporting strategic initiatives, driving data-driven insights, and collaborating on decision-making to optimize sourcing strategies. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, strong analytical skills, and experience in building strategic relationships. Proficiency in data visualization tools and Microsoft Office is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred.
• Strong analytical capability with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic business partner to the Global and Regional Sourcing Teams.
• Facilitate strategic discussions and decision-making in leadership meetings.
• Develop actionable insights through robust business analysis.

Skills

Analytical capability

Data visualization

Communication skills

Strategic influencing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business Administration

MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Position Overview

The Business Strategy & Analytics Manager partners closely with the Sourcing Leadership Team to lead strategic initiatives, drive change, deliver data driven insights and translating complex business data into actionable recommendations that support company-wide decision making.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic business partner to the Global and Regional Sourcing Leadership Teams, supporting strategy formulation, execution, and communication of strategic priorities
• Facilitate and drive strategic discussions and decision-making in leadership meetings
• Collaborate with global counterparts to gather, consolidate, analyze, and present business data
• Develop meaningful, actionable insights through robust business analysis to support strategic planning, key initiatives, and cross-functional projects
• Lead the creation, execution tracking, and follow-up of strategic and operational initiatives, with a focus on cost effectiveness and operational efficiency within sourcing
• Prepare high-quality business reports and presentations for senior management, including Quarterly Business Updates and Sourcing Matrix reports
• Provide analytical and strategic support to ad hoc and special projects as required

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred
• Previous consulting experience is highly desirable
• Experience in apparel and/or non-apparel sourcing environments is an advantage
• Strong analytical capability with high attention to detail and the ability to extract deep insights from data
• Advanced proficiency in data visualization, storytelling, and translating analysis into executive-level presentations
• Strong influencing skills with the ability to build consensus and effective relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders
• Confident in making data-driven recommendations and constructively challenging the status quo
• Highly resourceful, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word