Demand Forecaster

Bath & Body Works; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and pharmacy覆盖

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and parental leave

Associate Stock Purchase Program

Tuition reimbursement

Merchandise discount

Onsite wellness center (Columbus, OH)

Care.com subscription

Job summary

Bath & Body Works in Columbus, OH is seeking a Demand Forecaster to create store and SKU level forecasts using RELEX. You will analyze historical sales, market trends and store characteristics to drive supply chain decisions and report to the Manager of Demand Forecasting.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of retail planning experience, strong analytical and Excel skills (Power Pivot a plus), and the ability to work with large data sets.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related work experience in retail planning, allocation, buying, and/or finance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate Excel skills. Knowledge of Power Pivot is a plus.
• Comfortable working with large amounts of data.
• Organized with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter who can work independently producing accurate work.
• Basic understanding of retail principles and forecasting methodologies.
• Specialty retail experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate demand forecasts by analyzing historical sales data, market trends, and other relevant factors, using RELEX.
• Analyzes store performance and provide insights that may influence future business decisions.
• Manage promotions, local events, and Holidays and their impact on a store's behavior.
• Establish strong working relationships with key partners including Inventory, Merchandising, Real Estate and Store Operations.
• Actively pursue growth and development opportunities, continually finding ways to improve.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel

Power Pivot

Retail forecasting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

RELEX

Job description

At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand — you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do.

We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day.

The Demand Forecaster is responsible for creating store, sku level forecasts. This role performs analysis of both historical and current selling patterns, helping to predict store demand and drive supply chain decisions. Demand Forecasters seek to find meaningful patterns in customer behavior based off product attributes, sales trends, and store characteristics. The Demand Forecaster reports to the Manager of Demand Forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate demand forecasts by analyzing historical sales data, market trends, and other relevant factors, using RELEX.
• Analyzes store performance and provide insights that may influence future business decisions.
• Manage promotions, local events, and Holidays and their impact on a store's behavior.
• Establish strong working relationships with key partners including Inventory, Merchandising, Real Estate and Store Operations.
• Actively pursue growth and development opportunities, continually finding ways to improve.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related work experience in retail planning, allocation, buying, and/or finance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate Excel skills. Knowledge of Power Pivot is a plus.
• Comfortable working with large amounts of data.
• Organized with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter who can work independently producing accurate work.
• Basic understanding of retail principles and forecasting methodologies.
• Specialty retail experience is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Core Competencies

• Drives Results
• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Decision Making
• Nimble Learning

Benefits

Feeling good starts with you. We invest in benefits that support your well-being, growth and future, helping you thrive as a creator of feel good — every day. Benefits for eligible associates include:

• Robust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
• No-cost mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match and Associate Stock Purchase Program with discount.
• Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave and access to family building benefits.
• Home, auto and pet insurance and a company-provided Care.com subscription.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education.
• Enjoy complimentary products and a 40% merchandise discount so you can experience and share the brand you love.
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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, Washington Fair Chance Act Guide

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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