Associate Merchandise Planner

Build-A-Bear Workshop; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedule

Job summary

Build-A-Bear Workshop seeks an Associate Merchandise Planner to support replenishment buys by analyzing sales forecasts and current inventory levels. You will collaborate with Sr. Merchants and Planners to align buying strategies with projected demand and future forecasts.

You will assist with data requests, in-season analytics, and reporting using Excel, Power BI, and Microsoft Office in a hybrid office setting in St. Louis.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of planning or related financial/analytical experience.
• Bachelor’s degree
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Skilled with Excel
• Power BI a plus

Responsibilities

• Use sales forecasts and current inventory levels to create replenishment buys
• Work closely with Planners to understand buying strategies and align with future demand forecasts
• Support Planners with data requests and analytics including in-season data

Skills

Analytical thinking

Forecasting

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

• Bachelor’s degree
• Power BI a plus

The Associate Merchandise Planner will support the Sr. Merchandise Planner by developing replenishment buys and collaborating with Planners to understand buying strategies and ensure alignment with future demand forecasts.

Responsibilities

• Use sales forecasts and current inventory levels to create replenishment buys
• Work closely with Planners to understand buying strategies and align with future demand forecasts
• Support Planners with data requests and analytics including in-season data

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of planning or related financial/analytical experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Skilled with Excel
• Power BI a plus

Behavioral Traits For Success

• An analytical, inquiring, and critical mind that solves complex problems
• A knack for anticipating potential issues
• Strong commitment to tasks being completed correctly and on time
• Thrives in a structured environment
• Comfortable making decisions in area of expertise
• Communication style is factual and sincere
• Willingness to follow established policies, processes, and procedures
• Enjoys working at a somewhat faster-than-average pace
• Strives for continuous improvement

Working Environment

• Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
• Corporate Office located St. Louis, MO
• Hybrid Work Schedule

Your Performance Will Be Measured By Your Ability To Achieve Annual Department Objectives And Corporate Goals Which Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Deadlines, Accuracy, and Quality
• Communication
• Use of technology and tools
• Able to communicate complex issues in a clear, compelling, and concise manner
• Historical data aligns with current sales goals, and incorporates current trends into both present and future forecasts
• Merchant buys align to sales plans and meet timelines and milestones
• Communicates findings and insights effectively
• Plans are within open-to-buy, margin, and inventory goals
• Collaboration and cooperation
• Stakeholder Feedback