Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategically minded professional to support the Next Generation Transformation (NGT) initiative. The Value Realization & Financial Strategy Manager is responsible for ensuring that the organization captures, measures, and maximizes the value delivered through its portfolio of projects within NGT. This individual will collaborate cross-functionally with the Portfolio Management Team, Finance and Accounting to align investments with organizational goals, monitor benefit realization, and drive continuous improvement. This individual will bring deep expertise in P&L management, project costing, capital management, and strategic financial planning. The ideal candidate combines a robust understanding of finance with a cross-functional business mindset to drive sustainable impact and support transformation objectives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the NGT leadership team to define, track, and report on value realization metrics across transformation initiatives.
• Develop and maintain financial models to assess program ROI, track benefit realization, and inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial objectives are aligned with strategic goals and transformation priorities.
• Facilitate the Capital Appropriation Request (CAR) process for NGT projects, providing expert guidance on cost structures and accounting considerations (depreciation, amortization, etc.).
• Lead the integration of financial insights into program governance routines and executive updates.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities tied to transformation initiatives and recommend mitigation actions.
• Support the development of business cases and investment proposals for key transformation initiatives.
• Monitor performance against key financial KPIs and support variance analysis with actionable insights.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, strategic finance, or business transformation roles.
• Proven track record in P&L ownership, cost optimization, capital management, and long-term financial planning.
• Strong understanding of enterprise-wide transformation programs and value realization methodologies.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with tools like Power BI, Anaplan, or similar a plus.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into strategic insights and narratives for executive audiences.

Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.

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