Merchandise Planner, Central Planning

Brand: Bath & Body Works

Location: Reynoldsburg, OH, US

Location Type: Hybrid

Job ID: 047YV

Job Area: Planning and Allocation

Employment type: Full-time

Description

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing diverse talent where our associate population is as diverse as the communities we serve, live and work. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet in a way that will make us proud for years to come because we believe the world is a brighter, happier place when everyone has access to the things that make them happy.

The Merchandise Planner of Central Planning supports the US Domestic Merchandise Planning and Allocation team through creating & maintaining multi-channel reporting at the Sub Brand/Sub class level. Provides analytics & materials for (but not limited to) Monthly Plan Review, Weekly Business Review, and Quarterly Earnings. The Merchandise Planner will be expected to present in the monthly business review meetings and be able to craft a story around business trends and go forward risk/opportunity.

Responsibilities

Perform business and profitability analysis with additional focus on US Dual channel selling metrics.

Collaborate with cross functional partners from Planning, Finance, FP&A, Store Operations, and Inventory Deployment.

Prepare and analyze Dual Channel reporting.

Identify recommendations for business actions to drive merch plan financial targets.

Partner with Finance to ensure Merch Plan alignment with Budget and dig into variances and why.

Manage & track CRM & BOPIS reporting, including analyzing relationships and trends.

Actively pursue growth and development opportunities, continually finding ways to improve.

Communicate openly and directly; accept responsibility and champion ideas despite challenges.

Champion collaboration by being a valued teammate and building good relationships across functional and division lines.

Set high personal performance standards that deliver results, convey a sense of urgency and enthusiasm for the business, and help achieve objectives despite obstacles.

Qualifications

4 years retail planning or relevant business experience

Retail Industry or Merchandise Planning experience preferred

High Proficiency using Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint

Prior experience using EDW / MicroStrategy or another web-based Data Services engine preferred

Business Analytics experience

Strong analytical and data gathering skills

Strong collaboration skills

High proficiency in financial modeling techniques

Good business acumen

Ability to streamline functions and passion to learn and grow

Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills; be comfortable interacting with executive-level management

Education

Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics or Business field required.

Core Competencies

Lead with Curiosity & Humility

Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow

Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose

Observe, Engage & Connect

Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence

Deliver Business Results

Benefits

We invite you to join Gingham Nation, where we invest in our associates through competitive compensation, benefits, and development opportunities, so they can continue to be their best at work, at home, and in their communities. Benefits offered to eligible Bath and Body Works associates include a no cost mental health and well-being program, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, flexible and affordable saving programs, paid time off and a merchandise discount. Visit bbwbenefits.com for details.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.We do not make employment decisions based on an individuals race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

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