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Space Planning Analyst

Brand: Bath & Body Works
Location: Reynoldsburg, OH, US
Location Type: Hybrid
Job ID: 04PUR
Job Area: Planning and Allocation
Employment type: Full-time

Description

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing top talent. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet to help the world live more fully.

The Space Planning Analyst provides integrated support for the Micro Space planning and Assortment Planning processes for assigned sub-brands. The Analyst is responsible for providing analytical and execution support for the development and maintenance of Assortments and associated Planograms. The Analyst conducts reporting and analysis and will make recommendations regarding merchandise presentation in an effort to improve the productivity of our selling space and assortment. The Analyst will work cross-functionally with Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Visual Communications, Merchandise Planning and Inventory Deployment on related assortment and space planning issues. The Analyst reports to the Space Planning Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Assortment/Planogram Management & Execution.
  • Planogram creation & maintenance.
  • Assortment database management.
  • Quality execution Communication / Integration.
  • Category advocate.
  • Liaison between cross-functional partners.
  • Integrate space planning & assortment tools Space/Assortment Analytics & Reporting.
  • Recommendations for improved sku & space productivity.
  • Ad hoc analysis.
  • Run routine reporting.

Qualifications

  • Preference given to those with space planning, merchandise planning, merchandising, store operations or finance experience.
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills; strong aptitude for retail math.
  • Strong technical & data management skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a fast paced detail-oriented environment.
  • Microsoft Office (Excel – required, PowerPoint – basics required, Word – a plus, Microstrategy – a plus, Access – a plus).

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business administration.

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

    Bath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That’s why we’re proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include: 

    • Robust medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
    • 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase with discount
    • No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Opportunity for paid time off and paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including a family building benefit, childcare discounts, and home, auto and pet insurance.
    • Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs
    • 40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses!

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      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 action employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s 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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