Leader, Business Strategy & Analysis

RH; Corte Madera (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home furnishings company in Corte Madera is seeking an experienced candidate for a Business Strategy & Analysis role. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, 5-7 years of experience in a professional setting, and expertise in supply chain or inventory management. You will develop strategies to improve inventory processes and present findings to management. This role calls for flexibility and a positive, proactive attitude in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of work experience in a professional setting.
• Excellent mathematical and statistical aptitude.
• Experience in supply chain or inventory management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies from key initiatives.
• Analyze and manage inventory management.
• Prepare and present findings to management.
• Present findings to management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Business Planning & Analysis, Merchandising, IT, and Supply Chain teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Strategic thinking

Research skills

Quantitative analysis

Presentation skills

Job description

Job Description

At RH we believe deeply that the "right" people are our greatest asset. We value people with high energy, who possess the ability to energize others. People who are smart, creative and have a point of view. People who see the answer in every problem, versus those who see the problem in every answer. People who are driven, determined and won’t take "no" for an answer. We value team players, people who are more concerned with what’s right, rather than who’s right.

The Business Strategy & Analysis group designs, creates, and implements business optimization capabilities that enable RH to manage business in an efficient and effective manner throughout the product lifecycle. Projects are designed to create sustainable competitive advantages that generate significant financial return and enhance the customer experience. This role will work closely with internal business partners – Business Planning & Analysis, Merchandising, AP, IT, and Supply Chain & teams on projects supporting methodology development, process improvement, quantitative analysis, and technology/tool requirements.

The perfect candidate will have an immediate connection to our Core Values (People, Service, Quality and Innovation). This candidate will be extremely flexible and enjoy a “startup” mentality and environment that changes day to day and will “assume positive intentions” at all times. Candidates who are personable, open to learning, collaborate well with others and have a positive attitude, and are more apt to saying “yes” or “we’ll try” (rather than “no” or “that’s impossible”) will be at the top of our list.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop key initiatives into strategies and strategies into results through structured approach, rigorous analysis, and proactive communication.
• Partner in the development and implementation of supply chain / inventory management initiatives that support overall company and brand objectives.
• Own and manage analytic approach, forecasting, and measurement methodology for inventory management initiatives.
• Identify and quantify methodology differences and impacts between current and future processes and systems.
• Provide research, analysis, and support for identifying, evaluating, and resolving strategic opportunities.
• Prepare presentation documents and present findings to all levels of management.
• Build relationships with and provide training/support Business Planning & Analysis partners and other stakeholders.
• Serve as a liaison with cross functional business partners across RH.
• Bring form and structure to ambiguous situations.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of industry trends to introduce continual process, tool and, methodology improvements.

Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Professional experience.
• 5-7 year work experience required.
• Excellent mathematical and statistical aptitude with experience in a non‑academic environment required.
• Experience in supply chain management / inventory management industry preferred.
• Experience developing and working with inventory optimization and/or forecasting approaches for the retail industry.

Skills

• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with strategic and quantitative analysis – ability to gather and interpret data.
• Strong research sources and modeling techniques.
• Strong oral, written, and formal presentation skills and the ability to communicate complex ideas in simple ways to all levels of the organization.
• Strong strategic thinking skills with ability to perform analysis at a low level of detail.
• Execution and results focused, with emphasis on on‑time delivery, ability to structure complex work streams and work independently and with teams.

About Us

RH is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.

At RH, we are committed to promoting pay equity. Rate of pay is determined based on each individual's experience, qualifications, and the geographic location of the role.