Inventory Deployment Analyst, International
Marque: Bath & Body Works
Emplacement: Columbus, OH, US
Domaines d’emploi: Planning and Allocation
Type d’emploi: Full-time
Job ID: 052CA
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 Inventory Deployment Analyst is responsible for setting up sales forecasting and deployment processes for a core assigned book of business. The Analyst will use the merchandise category plan to ensure that inventory is managed to constraints and targets that are aligned with the business strategy. This includes working closely with Merchandise Planning, Production and Sourcing teams, ensuring proper management of core inventory, both in region and BBWI Distribution Centers. This position reports to the Manager, Inventory Deployment or Sr. Inventory Deployment Analyst.
Responsibilities
- Develop a sales forecast to be used for allocation and buying purposes (based on historical selling patterns, seasonal trends, and promotional activity)
- Formulate an inventory deployment plan to global partners and subsequent BBWI inventory receipt plan to support
- Set and maintain regional forecasting and deployment parameters, taking into account constraints and inputs such as inventory levels by store cluster, lead time and order cycle, timing of merchandise delivery, minimum presentation quantity/safety stock, distribution size and frequency
- Work with Supply Chain to resolve external constraints that impact inventory flow to BBWI distribution center and Partner distribution centers
- Read and react to business trends, analyzing performance: adjusting forecasts, partner allocations, and receipt plans
- Manage inventory in support of major events i.e. item launch, promotions, new stores, relocations
- Collaborate with Franchise partners through effective communication
- Coordinate and problem solve with cross functional partners as necessary to support and efficient and effective inventory management
- Work with cross-functional stakeholders to proactively plan for capacity constraints and to properly ensure inventory flow
- 3 years plus of inventory management, replenishment or allocation experience
- High level of technical proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Access to analyze large volumes of data
- Curiosity and desire to bring a diverse point of view to the team and organization
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and customer types/levels
- Excellent communication, prioritizing and problem-solving skills
- Strong analytical skills – ability to analyze and understand quantitative data
- Systems used: Manugistics, SAP, Microstrategy
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance, statistics, operations, supply chain, retail merchandising
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 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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