Job Description
Job Summary
Responsible for managing a team of analysts that support the field finance organization at Walgreens. Accountable for the financial and analytical work product of the analysts that report to them as well as the performance and development goals for each analyst.
As a subject matter expert, core responsibilities span across finance, operations, compensation, performance management, sales, and FP&A.
Primary responsibility for creating, monitoring and updating targets for the key performance metrics for our nearly 9,000 retail stores.
These targets are used to drive the performance management and incentive programs for over 40,000 team members. Two key programs are the focus : the annual field bonus for field leadership and the beauty incentive.
Assist in determining the performance management structure for our stores and their leadership as well as supporting the administration of the annual performance management program for every eligible team member in the field.
Proactively identify opportunities that positively impact the profitability of the business. Advise and improve upon the various systems and reporting that are utilized throughout the business and in particular within the team member scorecards and key performance indicator (KPI) applications.
Job Responsibilities
Manages the delivery of all financial and analytical work product for their respective team. Ensures all analytical work product is completed on schedule and / or within budget.
Delivers quality, unbiased results in support of business needs. Champions the utilization of standardized methodologies and seeks to ensure that one version of the truth is being communicated.
- Manages the financial and operational data specific to assigned analyses and projects. Maintains a high level of data integrity and takes appropriate action to investigate potential data discrepancies.
- Executes key performance metrics and insight in support of Executive business decisions. Establishes standard operating procedures for the team.
Communicates business results through the use of scorecards and other appropriate presentation materials.
- Presents findings and recommendations to various management levels within the organization. Recommends improvements to business processes as a result of analyses performed.
- Initiates and conducts meetings that are integral to the success of the assigned project and analytical workload. Facilitates effective meetings and communicates meeting outcomes in a timely and responsible manner.
- Develops team goals and ensures goal alignment with departmental and divisional goals. Ensures team compliance in setting SMART goals as captured and monitored through the performance management system.
Coaches and mentors direct reports.
Promotes a positive work environment by encouraging team building activities. Ensures proper coordination and communication within the teams.
Provides direction and guidance to team members in successfully accomplishing their day to day activities.
- Develops and fosters a cross-functional team approach, providing financial management and compensation support to all levels of the business team.
- Collaborates with business, management and support teams to ensure strong execution, delivery of customer value and positive business results.
About Walgreens and WBA :
Walgreens () is included in the , Inc. (Nasdaq : WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader with a 170 year heritage of caring for communities.
WBA’s purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health. Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico and the , Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving nearly 10 million customers each day.
Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the , including those that drive equitable access to care for the nation’s medically underserved populations.
To best meet the needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true omnichannel experience, with fully integrated physical and digital platforms supported by the latest technology to deliver high quality products and services in communities nationwide.
The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.
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