Inventory Deployment Analyst

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 Inventory Deployment Analyst (IDA) role is within the Merchandise, Planning, and Allocation (MP&A) department, which is considered the analytical engine that strives to make the best product available at the right time, place, and price. The Inventory Deployment Analyst is responsible for the deployment of merchandise from Distribution Centers to stores or fulfillment centers for an assigned product category. The IDA uses the merchandise plan to ensure that inventory is managed appropriately within the business strategy. This is a highly collaborative role, working closely with associates across many functions in the business, with an emphasis on strong analytical skills in a dynamic corporate retail environment. This position reports to a Manager or Sr. Inventory Planner.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute an inventory deployment plan by setting parameters considering demand forecast inputs on a store & product level basis.
• Communicate priorities and mitigate potential issues to ensure product lands in stores/fulfillment centers on time in partnership with supply chain planners, operations, and distribution center teams.
• Evaluate the minimum placement quantities in varying store formats and its implications on store allocations in collaboration with Space Planning partner.
• Partner with Inventory Planner on placing buy order quantities based on the merchandise plan and confirm that they fit within production capacities and schedules.
• Understand and implement product strategies and priorities according to the assortment goals of the Merchant team.
• Effectively communicate inventory levels to influence business strategies on a weekly, monthly & quarterly basis.

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Systems used: Manugistics/JDA, SAP, MicroStrategy, Micro Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;%22%3EEffective analytical abilities – synthesizes and evaluates quantitative data to conceptualize business decisions.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;%22%3EProblem-solving skills – proactively recommends solutions to various partners and actively works towards process improvement.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;%22%3EAbility to work in a fast-moving, very agile environment - a drive for success and making appropriate recommendations within quick turnaround times.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Ch2%3EEducation%3C/h2%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;%22%3EBachelor%27s degree in a relevant field.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ECore Competencies%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EDrives Results%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAction Oriented%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECollaborates%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDecision Making%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp%3ENimble Learning%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EBenefits%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3EFeeling 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:%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3ERobust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage. 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