Ralph Lauren ERP+ Analytics Lead

Ralph Lauren; Nutley (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralph Lauren is seeking an experienced professional to lead the design and delivery of integrated operational reporting solutions. The role requires strong functional knowledge of core SAP ERP processes and experience leading large-scale SAP programs.

You'll manage the transition to SAP S/4HANA and champion the adoption of cutting-edge analytics tools to modernize the company's reporting ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated leadership and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading the Analytics function for at least 2-3 large-scale SAP program deliveries.
• Strong functional knowledge of finance, supply chain, merchandising, and order management.
• Proven ability to rationalize and modernize large legacy report libraries.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of integrated operational reporting solutions.
• Manage the impact of data and reporting changes from migration to SAP S/4HANA.
• Champion adoption of SAP Analytics Cloud and modernize the analytics ecosystem.

Skills

SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC)

Core SAP ERP operational reporting

Data management technologies

Cross-functional team leadership

Excellent communication skills

Job description

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.