This position is responsible for both directing and conducting complex financial and strategic analysis within merchandising finance. The candidate should be able to structure large scale analysis projects from issue identification through execution. The position will require the candidate to analyze and draw insight / recommendations from significant amounts of data and present recommendations in a logical and structured manner. A significant portion of work will be dedicated to analyzing supplier terms and facilitating contract negotiations at a senior executive level. Additional responsibilities of the role include developing and managing analysts on the team.