Head Of Analytics And Strategy Enablement, APAC

In short

As the Head of Analytics and Strategy Enablement for APAC, you will lead the newly established analytics function dedicated to the region, reporting directly to the Finance Director, APAC. In addition to the traditional sell-out data analysis, your primary focus in APAC will be to decode the complexities of our D2C Retail (Physical & Digital) and Marketplaces. You will be the bridge that connects the dots between disparate data sources—merging operational metrics (store traffic, online conversion, inventory) with financial outcomes. Your mandate is to elevate the analytical capabilities of the APAC Finance team, moving us beyond simple reporting to predictive modeling and strategic decision-making.

Your Mission

Build the Function: Build, lead, and develop a high-performing APAC Analytics and Strategy Enablement team in Finance, fostering a culture of neutral data-driven decision-making. Elevate the "One-Truth" View: Architect a framework that connects the dots between fragmented data sources (e.g., Digital Marketplaces, POS data, Local/global BI, ERP) and links them directly to final finance data to ensure accuracy and consistency together with global commercial analytical team. D2C & Marketplace Intelligence: Develop standardized, holistic performance reports specifically for Retail and Digital Marketplaces. Deep dive into channel-specific KPIs—including traffic quality, conversion rates, and basket size—to explain financial variance. Sell-Out & Inventory Dynamics: Lead the monitoring of all channels' sell-out data against in-channel inventory levels. Proactively identify stock-outs or inventory build-ups in specific marketplaces/stores and translate these insights into actionable strategies. Marketing Efficiency (ROAS): Partner with digital/marketing teams to analyze China Omni-channel marketing spend. Move beyond "vanity metrics" to calculate true Marketing Return on Ad Spend (ROAS) and its direct correlation to the P&L. Planning Support (Bottom-Up Modeling): Partner with the Controlling team during budget cycles to pressure-test assumptions. Provide the "bottom-up" view—using granular sell-out trends and external benchmarks—to validate the "top-down" financial targets. Commercial P&L Analysis: Enrich the Finance team's monthly P&L review by bridging financial variance to operational drivers. Provide the "commercial why" behind the numbers Strategic Initiatives: Act as a strategic partner to APAC leadership to lead the execution of strategic initiatives, such as developing market entry plans, new platform frameworks, or Trade Terms simulations. Global and cross-functional Alignment: Act as a conduit between global and regional teams, cascading global analytic insights into the APAC region while ensuring unique APAC marketplace dynamics are understood at the global level. At the same time, work with data scientist, functional analysts to build up the cross-functional alignment.

Your story

In the APAC region, home to the world’s most advanced digital ecosystems and a rapidly expanding footprint of premium physical stores, APAC is the growth engine of On. Our customer journey is fluid: it spans from the algorithmic complexity of platforms like Tmall and Rakuten to the immersive, high-touch experience of our flagship Retail stores in Tokyo, Shanghai, and Melbourne. We are looking for a visionary leader to help us decode this Omni-channel complexity. As the Head of Analytics and Strategy Enablement, you aren't just crunching numbers; you are building the "brain" of our regional operations. You will step into a landscape where data is often fragmented between Point-of-Sale (POS) systems, digital apps, and marketplace backends. Your challenge will be to weave that chaos into a clear, strategic narrative that connects footfall to web traffic and in-store conversion to digital ROI. This is your opportunity to define how a high-growth brand wins across both the digital and physical worlds.

What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.

• Step One

  It starts with you...

  You'll start by submitting your application to a specific role. We try to keep this step as simple as possible. We do get a lot of applications, but we review them all. If you're a good fit to the role, a recruiter will follow up with you directly. If you didn't receive a reply, or were unsuccessful this time around, we encourage you to look for other possible matches at On.

• Step Two

  Interview with a recruiter

  What ignites your spirit? This is where we’ll start getting to know all about you and what makes you tick – and it’s your first chance to get a feel for our culture. Chatting with a member of our talent team, you’ll learn more about On and how we work. We’ll learn about what motivates you and what you could bring to the team.

• Step Three

  Interview with a hiring manager

  Ready to dig into the details? This second interview will be held with your future manager and will focus on the specifics of the job. Together you’ll delve into your unique skills and experiences and how they could be relevant at On. It's also a time to assess how you might feel working side-by-side. Bring any questions you have about the job, the team or anything else you might like to know – this is an open forum.

• Step Four

  The Case Study

  What's your style? This task will help us understand how you think, face a challenge and give insight into your novel ideas. Designed to give everyone their best shot, your case study is based on something you might typically experience on the job. This is your chance to show us what you’ve got. So express yourself. Be you.

• Step Five

  The Experience Day

  Your first taste of the Oniverse. This is a time to meet some of the people you'll be working closest with. In person or virtually, you'll get a feel for the day-to-day at On and the people who make it happen. You'll chat with a few potential teammates - the conversations will be as equally driven by the role and your experience as by our values. We believe how you do things is just as important as what you do.

• Step Six

  The Result

  Are we a good fit? We’ll get together internally to share our feedback and decide if we’re a match. We know that job searching is a big time investment, so it’s not a decision we take lightly. It’s also time for you to reflect on the experience – are we the right place for you? No matter the outcome, we’ll give you meaningful feedback.

Step One:

It starts with you...

You'll start by submitting your application to a specific role.

We try to keep this step as simple as possible. We do get a lot of applications, but we review them all. If you're a good fit to the role, a recruiter will follow up with you directly. If you didn't receive a reply, or were unsuccessful this time around, we encourage you to look for other possible matches at On.