Merchandise Planner

Bath & Body Works; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and pharmacy

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & parental leave

Stock Purchase Program

Product discount

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness center access

Brand benefits

Job summary

Bath & Body Works is seeking a Merchandise Planner to lead forecasting and planning across product categories at our Columbus, OH home office. You will analyze data, develop financial plans, and partner with stores and direct channels to drive growth.

The role requires 5+ years in merchandising planning, advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, and experience with MSI planning tools. You will collaborate cross-functionally, present trends in weekly reviews, and help shape seasonal architecture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of merchandising planning or retail planning experience
• Strong collaboration across departments and communication skills
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
• Experience with MSI tools and retail planning systems
• 2 years of catalogue, internet or stores retail experience

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Omni Channel financial plans and distribute topline to stores and direct channels, assortment, pricing and promotions
• Maintain SKU-level forecasts updated monthly or as needed, including units, sales dollars and margin
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners on launches and reactive buys
• Work with Central Planning in identifying targets for pre-season and in-season
• Present business trends and forecasts to management in weekly reviews
• Develop long-term forecasts to support seasonal architecture and business needs
• Review seasonal hindsight with cross-functional team and drive improvement

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

MSI tools

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/operations/economics/business

Tools

MSI tools

Retail planning systems

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 Merchandise Planner for Bath & Body Works is responsible for the planning/forecasting of product merchandising categories. Generates and analyzes statistical data, and analyzes and revises the financial plans in support of the business initiatives and budget objectives. Reports to Manager, Merchandise Planning. No direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and communicate Omni Channel financial plans and distributing topline to both Stores & Direct Channels, assortment architecture, pricing and promotions, merchandise plans, margin targets, exit strategies, timing, planning calendar.
• Maintain SKU-level forecasts that are updated monthly or more frequently based on business needs, inclusive of units, sales dollars, and margin. Identifies trend changes and impacts to business.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners on launch & reactive buys.
• Work with Central Planning in identifying targets for pre-season and in-season.
• Present business trends and forecasts to management in weekly business reviews.
• Develop long-term forecasts to act as the basis for seasonal architecture to meet business needs.
• Review and provide seasonal hindsight for cross-functional team.
• Actively pursue growth and development opportunities, continually finding ways to improve.
• Communicate openly and directly; accept responsibility and champion ideas despite challenges.
• Adaptable to change, trying new things as needed, and demonstrating flexibility.
• Encourage innovation, creativity, and risk-taking through influence in teams.
• Cultivate the ability to work effectively under stressful and changing circumstances.
• Foster teamwork 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 imperativeness and enthusiasm for the business, and help achieve objectives despite obstacles or opposition.

Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of relevant experience required
• Demonstrated track record of being an effective partner and teammate across multiple departments
• Organized with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide deliverables in a timely manner
• Expert technical skill proficiency using Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint
• Expert technical skill proficiency using MSI tools preferred; other retail planning systems experience
• Two years of catalogue, internet or stores retail experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in finance, operations, economics, business, statistics, or equivalent 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.
• Visit bbwbenefits.com (https://careers.bathandbodyworks.com/benefits) for more 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 (https://bca.lacity.gov/sites/default/files/Uploads/fciho/FCIHO%20Notice%20to%20Applicants%20for%20Private%20Employers%20-%20English%20ADA%20Final.pdf) , Philadelphia Fair Chance Law (https://www.phila.gov/media/20260428133610/Fair-Criminal-Records-Screening-Standards-Ordinance-amendments-2026.pdf?ogbsw7y28sd) , San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (https://media.api.sf.gov/documents/2025_FCO_Poster_June2025.pdf) , Washington Fair Chance Act Guide (https://agportal-s3bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Civil%20Rights%20Division/Fair%20Chance%20Act/FCA-Flyer_June%202026_English_Update.pdf?VersionId=mmfHLJ9an2.w58wsyA2a.Buxej.FZ06Y)

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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