Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

The client are a global retail and CPG company that are looking for a Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to join the team on a permanent basis. The role is based in Midtown Manhattan, and they are looking for a candidate with a wealth of experience in the luxury retail market.Client DetailsThe client are one of the fastest growing brands of current times - they sell a number of different products (iun the fragrance and home furnishings space) and they are looking for someone to lead the FPandA team. The successful candidate will oversee a team of 3 people, and will report directly into the CFO. they are looking for a strategic partner, with an expertise in luxury retail, to join the team on a permanent basis and help guide the FPandA function. The business and role continues to grow and evolve, whilst they offer a number of excellent benefits, and a fantastic company culture.DescriptionThe successful Director of Financial Planning and Analysis will:Lead end‑to‑end financial planning cycles, including strategic planning, annual budgeting, monthly close, and quarterly reforecasting.Deliver insightful financial analysis on margins, contributions, variances, and KPIs to identify risks, opportunities, and drivers of profitable growth.Act as a strategic business partner on Opex, Capex, inventory, and cost control, challenging assumptions and improving profitability and capital efficiency.Translate strategic objectives into actionable, data‑driven financial plans supported by detailed initiatives and contingency planning.Oversee investment cases and inventory performance, tracking returns and financial impact across channels, warehouses, and stores.Provide executive‑level financial insight and decision support through forecasting, scenario analysis, and performance management.Ensure robust financial governance through strong controls, compliance, policies, and risk management.Optimize financial processes, ERP systems, and data quality, leading continuous improvement and cross‑functional initiatives.Build and maintain strong cross‑functional and global partnerships, including close collaboration with HQ.Lead, develop, and retain a high‑performing FP&A team, fostering a growth mindset, talent development, and succession planning. ProfileThe successful Director of Financial Planning and Analysis:MUST have at least 8-10 years of experience in an FPandA roleMUST have a strong working knowledge within the luxury CPG sector - ideally from a small to medium sized company ($50M+)MUST have strong financial modelling skillsExcellent analytical and presentation skillsAdvanced Excel skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsJob Offer$180,000 - $210,000Additional benefitsDiscounts (50%) and free productsBonus (disc.)MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.