What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Performance & Planning Temp (Maternity Leave Coverage) position at Zegna?
About Zegna
Following the path traced by the founder Ermenegildo over 110 years ago, ZEGNA is now internationally recognized as a leading global luxury menswear brand. Established as a fabric maker in the mountains of Piedmont, ZEGNA is part of the Ermenegildo Zegna Group, which counts more than 6,000 employees. Managed by Gildo Zegna as Chairman and CEO, Ermenegildo Zegna Group designs, creates, and distributes luxury ready-to-wear and accessories under both the ZEGNA and Thom Browne brands to over 500 stores. The Group also operates TOM FORD FASHION through a long-term license agreement with The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. to over 100 stores. As of 30th September 2023, ZEGNA has 403 stores of which 242 are directly operated. The brand remains committed to leveraging its rich heritage to build a better present and future.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking an experienced and analytical professional to support the Business Performance & Planning Team during a maternity leave coverage period. This role will be responsible for maintaining key business planning processes, supporting forecasting deliverables, and assisting in strategic planning and deck creation.
The Business Performance & Planning Temp will work closely with senior leadership to ensure the continued success of strategic initiatives, business reporting, and financial analysis. This position reports to the Senior Director of Business Performance & Omnichannel.
This role is based in our New York City corporate office.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The pay range for this position ranges from $20.00-$25.00 per hour, dependent on candidates' relevant skills and experience.
Following the path traced by the founder Ermenegildo over 110 years ago, ZEGNA is now internationally recognized as a leading global luxury menswear brand. Established as a fabric maker in the mountains of Piedmont, ZEGNA is part of the Ermenegildo Zegna Group, which counts more than 6,000 employees. Managed by Gildo Zegna as Chairman and CEO, Ermenegildo Zegna Group designs, creates, and distributes luxury ready-to-wear and accessories under both the ZEGNA and Thom Browne brands to over 500 stores. The Group also operates TOM FORD FASHION through a long-term license agreement with The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. to over 100 stores. As of 30th September 2023, ZEGNA has 403 stores of which 242 are directly operated. The brand remains committed to leveraging its rich heritage to build a better present and future.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking an experienced and analytical professional to support the Business Performance & Planning Team during a maternity leave coverage period. This role will be responsible for maintaining key business planning processes, supporting forecasting deliverables, and assisting in strategic planning and deck creation.
The Business Performance & Planning Temp will work closely with senior leadership to ensure the continued success of strategic initiatives, business reporting, and financial analysis. This position reports to the Senior Director of Business Performance & Omnichannel.
This role is based in our New York City corporate office.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Support business reporting, planning, and strategic analysis for North America.
- Maintain and streamline reporting processes across all departments.
- Oversee weekly business review documentation.
- Partner across divisions to provide strategic guidance on retail and wholesale planning.
- Assist in executing forecasts and plans across business entities.
- Collaborate in the creation of executive decks and ad-hoc strategic projects.
- Deliver meaningful business insights and actionable recommendations based on business needs.
- Ensure alignment of business goals with organizational objectives through data-driven decision-making.
- Prepare detailed performance reports, including variance analysis and financial projections.
- Support oversight of seasonal budgets tied to financial targets and market trends.
- Monitor and control CQR projections for wholesale accounts.
- At least 2-3 years of experience in strategic planning, business performance, or a related field.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong data mining and business analysis skills.
- Proven planning experience, with expertise in retail math.
- Demonstrated experience in performance management and business analytics.
- Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines and work efficiently under pressure.
- Strong collaboration skills with an ability to build relationships with key stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
The pay range for this position ranges from $20.00-$25.00 per hour, dependent on candidates' relevant skills and experience.
Salary : $20 - $25
