Associate Planner Jobs in Columbus, OH (NOW HIRING)

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing top talent. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet to help the world live more fully.

The Associate Planner for BBW International will provide in-depth sales analysis, insights, and recommendations to maximize sales and profitability for BBW International and Franchise Partners. The role will assist in managing a product category for seasonal buys.

• Assist Sr Planner in managing a franchise partners’ sales and inventory plan and assist in creating the seasonal assortment buys.
• Highlight the business opportunities and risks associated with the current financial position and actual performance of the business
• Provide opportunities and risks in weekly partner meetings and monthly Merchandise Planning Committee meetings
• Establish strong working relationships with key partners including Allocation, Head of Partner Management, Merchandising and Finance
• Actively pursue growth and development opportunities, continually finding ways to improve
• Champion change, taking risks 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

• 2+ years retail planning or relevant business experience
• Organized with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be available for conference call meetings outside of typical work hours due to franchise partner time differences.
• Expert technical skill proficiency using Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint
• Basic understanding of retail principles and inventory management

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience

Core Competencies

• Lead with Curiosity & Humility
• Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow
• Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose
• Observe, Engage & Connect
• Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence
• Deliver Business Results

Benefits

Bath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That’s why we're proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include:

• Robust medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
• 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase with discount
• No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity for paid time off and paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including a family building benefit, childcare discounts, and home, auto and pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs
• 40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses!

Visit bbwbenefits.com 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, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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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