Ralph Lauren ERP+ Analytics Lead

BoF Careers; Nutley (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralph Lauren Corporation is seeking an experienced Analytics leader to design and deliver integrated SAP ERP reporting across finance, supply chain, merchandising, and order management. You will drive SAP Analytics Cloud adoption and modernize reporting with non‑SAP data sources, guiding a cross‑functional team.

Ideal candidates bring 2–3 large SAP program leadership experience, strong communication, and passion for retail analytics within a global fashion context.

Qualifications

• Leadership of analytics function for multiple large SAP programs (2–3 programs) across core domains.
• Strong knowledge of SAP ERP reporting (finance, supply chain, merchandising, order management).
• Expertise in SAP Analytics Cloud and integration of SAP with non‑SAP data sources.
• Ability to rationalize legacy reports and optimize performance and cost.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management across levels.
• Retail/fashion industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of integrated operational reporting solutions across core SAP ERP processes.
• Develop and deploy non-core SAP analytics reporting, leveraging data from SAP and integrating with non-SAP reporting platforms.
• Manage the impact of data and reporting changes from migration to SAP S/4HANA including legacy report rationalization.
• Oversee architecture and governance for reporting solutions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and cost‑effective data management.
• Collaborate with business process owners, IT leaders, and solution integrators to align reporting with process design and master data structures.
• Champion adoption of SAP Analytics Cloud, Datasphere, and Business Data Cloud to modernize analytics ecosystem.
• Provide leadership and guidance to cross‑functional reporting and analytics team, ensuring high‑quality delivery.

Skills

Leadership experience

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional teams

Data analytics

Retail/fashion industry experience (P)

Tools

SAP ERP

SAP Analytics Cloud

Datasphere

Business Data Cloud

Non-SAP data integration

Job description

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

• Lead the design and delivery of integrated operational reporting solutions across core SAP ERP processes.
• Develop and deploy non-core SAP analytics reporting, leveraging data from SAP and integrating with non-SAP reporting platforms where business needs require it.
• Manage the impact of data and reporting changes resulting from the migration to SAP S/4HANA - including the rationalization of existing legacy reports and the enablement of modern, fit-for-purpose reporting solutions.
• Oversee architecture and governance for reporting solutions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and cost-effective data management across large volumes of operational data.
• Collaborate with business process owners, IT leaders, and solution integrators to ensure alignment of reporting solutions with operational process design and master data structures.
• Champion the adoption of SAP Analytics Cloud, Datasphere, and Business Data Cloud capabilities to modernize Ralph Lauren's analytics ecosystem.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a cross-functional reporting and analytics team, ensuring high‑quality delivery and business stakeholder satisfaction.

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of integrated operational reporting solutions across core SAP ERP processes.
• Develop and deploy non-core SAP analytics reporting, leveraging data from SAP and integrating with non-SAP reporting platforms where business needs require it.
• Manage the impact of data and reporting changes resulting from the migration to SAP S/4HANA - including the rationalization of existing legacy reports and the enablement of modern, fit‑for‑purpose reporting solutions.
• Oversee architecture and governance for reporting solutions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and cost‑effective data management across large volumes of operational data.
• Collaborate with business process owners, IT leaders, and solution integrators to ensure alignment of reporting solutions with operational process design and master data structures.
• Champion the adoption of SAP Analytics Cloud, Datasphere, and Business Data Cloud capabilities to modernize Ralph Lauren's analytics ecosystem.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a cross-functional reporting and analytics team, ensuring high‑quality delivery and business stakeholder satisfaction.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Demonstrated experience leading the Analytics function for at least 2-3 large‑scale SAP program deliveries, spanning multiple business process domains.
• Strong functional knowledge of core SAP ERP operational reporting, including finance, supply chain, merchandising, and order management.
• Deep expertise in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and integration of SAP and non‑SAP data sources into modern reporting solutions.
• Proven ability to rationalize and modernize large legacy report libraries, optimizing reporting for performance and cost effectiveness.
• Solid understanding of modern data sharing and data management technologies to handle high data volumes efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex reporting requirements into clear, actionable deliverables.
• Experience managing cross‑functional teams and engaging with business and technical stakeholders at all levels. Preferred:
• Experience in the retail, fashion, or consumer products industry.
• Familiarity with Business Data Cloud and modern data architecture principles supporting scalable, flexible analytics delivery.