Job Description

We are currently recruiting for one of the most exciting, strategic & operational roles within the H&M HOME brand 

Do you have a passion for retail, business results, and home interior? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your actions make a real impact? Join us in building a growing, world-class design driven interior brand! 

About H&M HOME 

At H&M HOME, we are creating a world-class design driven interior brand that inspires people everywhere. Our collections combine modern design and quality with affordable prices, enabling interior lovers to create a personal home. 

Working with us means joining a creative, dynamic culture where ideas matter and collaboration drives success. We offer responsibility from day one, encourage entrepreneurial thinking, and share knowledge openly. Together, we aim to inspire and attract customers worldwide. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

As Central Controller, you are a key team member within the organization, with great insight and involvement into what it is like to operate a brand on a high strategic level as well as on a day-to-day level. You will be responsible for driving initiatives that maximize selling, efficiency, and profitability—always with the customer’s best interest at heart.

Key Responsibilities: 

Drive financial performance by analyzing, proposing, and implementing operational strategies. Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual P&L follow-up and provide actionable insights. Lead and coordinate cross-functional processes such as the annual budget process, forecast and other key planning cycles.  Drive strategically important projects, such as Growth Strategy, Cost-to-Serve optimization, and initiatives that improve efficiency and profitability.  Building robust business cases to support decision-making and strategic investments.  Develop financial models and scenario analyses using Excel, ensuring accuracy and clarity.  Package and present insights and recommendations to senior management in a clear  way.  Work closely with the Omni Sales team, with a strong focus on supporting Online business performance and growth initiatives. Collaborate with Assortment controlling on cross-functional initiatives to optimize category/product mix, profitability, and customer experience. Proactively identify and seize new opportunities for profitable growth, driving initiatives independently and taking ownership from idea to execution. The role does not include direct staff responsibility, but a key component of the role is to identify and develop talented controllers for the Brand.  

WHO YOU ARE 

We are looking for people with... 

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a business controlling role, preferably within a retail/ FMCG context. Proven track record of driving business impact through strategic and operational initiatives. An understanding of online business dynamics with ability to support digital growth strategies Strong ability to develop analysis methods and draw actionable, data-driven conclusions. Advanced Excel skills (including financial modelling, scenario analysis, and advanced formulas), with the ability to handle large datasets, and experience using Power BI for reporting and insights. Experience in leading cross-functional projects and processes with multiple stakeholders. 

And we believe you are..  

Passionate about generating impact and delivering results, with a strategic approach Excellent communicators and enjoy working collaboratively to contribute to creating a friendly and warm environment Keen on taking big responsibilities and to see what is needed to execute in a self-going manner Skilled in building networks and influencing stakeholders, with strong interpersonal skills Having a proactive approach and can create clear, impactful presentations to management & stakeholders. 

JOIN US 

This is a fulltime permanent position based at our Head Office in Stockholm, Sweden. Apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible but latest by 11th February. Due to data policies, we only accept applications through career page.  Interviews will be held on a continuous basis. 

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE 

Be part of a rapidly growing brand with global ambitions. Work in a creative, collaborative environment where ideas matter. Opportunity to influence strategic decisions and shape the future of H&M HOME. 

At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. 

All our employees receive a staff discount card, usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. Brands covered by the discount are H&M (Beauty and Move included), COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET, Afound In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP 

Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are. 

Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here. 

*We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application.