Build-A-Bear
Job Description
Job Description
The Associate Merchandise Planner will support the 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
Job Description
The Associate Merchandise Planner will support the 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