Merchandise Strategy Analyst

1 week ago


St Louis, Missouri, United States Build-A-Bear Workshop Full time

The Merchandise Strategy Analyst will play a crucial role in strategizing, overseeing, and evaluating merchandise for designated sectors, ensuring that financial objectives such as revenue, profit margins, and stock levels are achieved.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop pre-season sales, profit margin, and inventory strategies by sector Assess sales outcomes, stock quantities, and product effectiveness to pinpoint trends, opportunities, and risks, providing insights to enhance product selections and inventory control Collaborate with Merchandising teams to comprehend purchasing strategies and synchronize with future demand predictions Partner with Merchants, Allocation, and Sourcing teams to efficiently manage inventory flow Present forecasts and suggested action plans during monthly Merchandise Strategy Review sessions

Required Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience in planning or related financial/analytical roles Bachelor's degree Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Strong skills in Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

None

Behavioral Traits for Success:

An analytical, inquisitive, and critical thinker capable of solving complex challenges A talent for foreseeing potential challenges Strong dedication to completing tasks accurately and punctually Thrives in a structured work environment Comfortable making decisions within their area of expertise Factual and sincere communication style Willingness to adhere to established policies, processes, and procedures Enjoys working at a pace that is somewhat faster than average Committed to continuous improvement

Working Environment:

Standard office setting with climate control and adequate lighting, ergonomic furniture Hybrid work schedule available

Performance Metrics:

Your performance will be evaluated based on your ability to meet departmental objectives and corporate goals, which include but are not limited to the following:

Decision-making, judgment, and execution Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely Historical data aligns with current sales objectives and incorporates current trends into forecasts Merchant purchases align with sales strategies and adhere to timelines Effectively communicates findings and insights Plans adhere to open-to-buy, margin, and inventory targets Collaboration and teamwork Adherence to deadlines, accuracy, and quality Feedback from stakeholders

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