Manager Analyst, Operations

Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers-the Comfort Technology Company®-has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Manager Analyst, Operations is a key member of the Operations team, serving as a critical bridge between financial analysis and operation oversight. This role is responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and insightful data that drives business planning, cost control, and strategic decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of financial acumen and operations expertise, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership.

Salary Range: $120-$135K

Location: Rancho Belago, CA (Onsite)

Key Responsibilities

Financial Modeling & Reporting

• Design, develop, maintain, and continuously improve sophisticated financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning initiatives.
• Build and manage Power BI dashboards and management reporting tools that provide real-time visibility into financial and operational performance.
• Collect, validate, and interpret large datasets from multiple sources to deliver actionable insights into material costs, operational performance, and other key business metrics.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting in support of the month-end close process, including detailed variance analysis and management reporting in full compliance with GAAP and other applicable standards or requirements.

Business Intelligence & Data Analytics

• Produce high-quality data analysis and business intelligence reports, including complex, high-visibility requests for both internal stakeholders and external parties.
• Support audit requests and other special reporting requirements with thorough, well-documented analysis.
• Prepare accurate, timely, and insightful analytics and observations for business leaders to identify opportunities to increase operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Monitor key operational and financial KPIs, proactively identifying trends, risks, and opportunities that warrant leadership attention.

Planning & Forecasting

• Play an integral role in the development of the annual operating plan (AOP), working cross-functionally to align financial targets with operational capabilities and strategic objectives.
• Prepare and maintain quarterly forecasts and a long-range financial plan, incorporating business trends, market conditions, and organizational priorities.
• Partner with management throughout the business planning process, preparing periodic presentations on performance versus plan, highlighting key drivers and recommended actions.

Strategic & Ad Hoc Analysis

• Serve as a trusted analytical partner to various business leaders, providing ad hoc operational and strategic analyses to support critical decision-making.
• Assist with the development of meaningful reports and analytics tailored to the needs of business leaders, executives, the board of directors, and external stakeholders.
• Translate complex financial and operational data into clear, concise narratives and presentations that are accessible to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Proactively identify process improvements and recommend solutions that enhance the quality, speed, and relevance of reporting and analytics outputs.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and lead a team of analysts, setting clear expectations, providing coaching and development, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and departmental excellence.
• Mentor junior analysts in best practices for financial modeling, data analysis, and business communication.
• Establish and maintain standardized processes, documentation, and quality controls across the analyst team to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Drive team performance through goal setting, regular feedback, and alignment with broader organizational objectives.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• 5-7+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, operations finance, or a related analytical role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting both financial and operational functions, ideally within a retail, consumer goods, manufacturing, or supply chain environment.
• Prior experience in a senior or lead analyst capacity, including mentoring or managing others.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, pivot tables, complex formulas).
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining Power BI dashboards and reports; experience with other BI tools (Tableau, Looker, etc.) a plus.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms).
• Familiarity with GAAP financial reporting standards and best practices.
• Proficiency in SQL or other data querying tools preferred.

Core Competencies

• Analytical Thinking - Ability to break down complex business problems using data-driven approaches and deliver clear, actionable findings.
• Attention to Detail - Meticulous approach to data validation and financial reporting with a strong commitment to accuracy.
• Communication - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to present complex information clearly to executive and non-financial audiences.
• Collaboration - Proven ability to work cross-functionally and build strong partnerships with business leaders across departments.
• Leadership - Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team.
• Adaptability - Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving business needs.

Salary range: $120-$135K

About Skechers

Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing [email protected].

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.