Reference code: JR133008
YOUR MISSION:
The main mission of the MCC Planning & Performance Manager is to define the long-term MCC priorities by mastering global vision and adapting local specific priorities, to enhance cross-departmental integration and centralized budget consolidation and management, and to validate post-activation ROI, performance, and data integrity across all brand initiatives. In this role, he/she will interact internally with local Marketing, Communication, Client, and Commercial teams, as well as Global HQ stakeholders. The geographical coverage is Korea (Mono-region), and the functional scope encompasses MCC strategic prioritization, A&P budget control, integrated action plan alignment, performance dashboard management, data auditing, and post-activation performance review. The MCC Planning & Performance Manager will act as a strategic control tower and performance cell, assist the team in establishing operational frameworks; and support local leadership and cross-functional teams in maximizing investment efficiency and driving brand desirability as follows:
HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
HQ Priority Alignment & MCC Strategy
Master and translate Global HQ strategic guidelines into localized, actionable MCC frameworks and priorities for Cartier Korea.
Align conflicting business agendas across MarCom functions to establish a unified operational roadmap.
Ensure all integrated brand initiatives stay strictly aligned with Maison’s long-term vision and Core Brand Values.
Cross-Departmental Action Integration & Budget Management
Integrate execution plans across Marketing, Communication, Client, and Commercial teams into a cohesive annual MCC action plan.
Consolidate, track and manage division-wide A&P budget allocations with absolute numerical accuracy and financial discipline.
Govern strategic A&P budget distribution and consolidation across touchpoints based on priority frameworks and market opportunities.
Develop strategic rationales, scenario plans, and budget defense materials for local ExCo and HQ planning cycles (e.g., R0/FY).
Business Performance & Market Intelligence
Drive macro business performance analysis, preparing data-driven insights and materials for regular business reviews with Commercial teams.
Lead research on luxury market trends, macroeconomic indicators, competitor financial results, and relevant industry/consulting reports to put Cartier’s performance into strategic perspective.
Synthesize macro trends and competitor benchmarks to provide actionable market intelligence summaries for local leadership and HQ stakeholders.
Performance Analysis & Data Audit
Design, manage, and update the MCC performance dashboard (utilizing business intelligence tools such as Looker Studio) to track key marketing, communication, and client activation metrics.
Lead MCC data audit & fiscal closing processes to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all departmental financial reports.
Conduct rigorous post-investment reviews and ROI audits evaluating A&P spending.
Feed post-investment insights, audit findings, and performance learnings back into upcoming planning cycles for continuous budget optimization.
HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?
KEY COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or above in Business Administration, Marketing, Communication, Data Analytics, or related.
Min +8~10 years of relevant experience in Strategic or Business Planning, Marketing Operations, Performance Management, or Business Analytics.
Luxury, Premium Retail, or top-tier Strategic Agency background required.
Proven track record in budget consolidation/ management, or fiscal governance, resource allocation, and marketing ROI evaluation with high-numerical accuracy and rigorous attention to detail in handling complex fiscal data.
Understanding MCC(MKT/Communication/Client) data auditing, KPI tracking, and building/managing interactive performance dashboards along with proficiency in BI and analytics tools (e.g., Looker / Looker Studio, Power BI, etc.) to model data and extract actionable strategic insights.
Strong financial acumen and data analytics skills to translate quantitative results into strategic executive recommendations.
Advanced skills, particularly high proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint and SAP etc.
High level of structural thinking to navigate unstructured challenges.
Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact/collaborate within a team and align cross-functional stakeholders.
Fluent in both Korean & English (written and spoken mandatory for global reporting, and strategy formulation).
