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Business Operations Principal, Catalogue and Selection

Farfetch - Lisbon, Portugal - In-office - posted 2026-10-14

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Farfetch is seeking a Business Operations Principal to lead high-impact, cross-functional projects within the Catalogue and Selection function. This is a strategic individual contributor role with scope to lead operating teams as initiatives scale from pilot to production. You will own complex projects end-to-end, from discovery through execution, applying structured problem-solving frameworks and data-driven analysis to break down business challenges and design actionable solutions. You'll develop clear project roadmaps, define milestones, and drive accountability across teams to ensure timely delivery. A key part of the role is partnering with leadership to identify opportunities for operational efficiency, growth acceleration, and improved decision-making. You will translate business insights into compelling recommendations and present findings to senior stakeholders in a clear, persuasive manner. You'll also build scalable processes, frameworks, and reporting mechanisms that enable the business to operate with clarity and speed. As processes mature, you may lead operating teams to ensure successful transition from pilot to scalable solutions. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and analytics. You'll need strong business acumen, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while building your own network within the organization. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-moving, high-growth environments and is motivated to make a meaningful impact on organizational success. Farfetch offers a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, 25 days of annual leave plus 2 additional caring days per year, a sabbatical program after 5 years of service, training opportunities, and access to LinkedIn Learning. REQUIREMENTS: - 2–4+ years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or business operations in high-growth environments - Proven ability to scope, structure, and deliver complex initiatives end-to-end independently - Strong analytical background with high proficiency in BI tools (Looker, Power BI, or similar), including dashboard creation and updates - SQL querying capability - Ability to craft data and insights presentations that explain business issues and drive organizational movement - Excellent communication skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders - Comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-moving environments with multiple priorities - Collaborative, resourceful, and confident in constructively challenging assumptions - Strong business acumen; retail operations and/or marketplace experience is a plus

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