Macro Space and Real Estate 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 Macro Space & Real Estate Planning Analyst provides integrated support for the Space Planning, Assortment Planning, & Real Estate openings. The Analyst maintains assortments and their associated planograms, drives setup of inventory in new & remodel stores, recommends merchandise presentation changes that improve the productivity of our selling space and assortment, and conducts reporting and analysis. The Analyst works cross-functionally with Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Visual Communications, Merchandise Planning, Forecasting, Inventory Deployment, Real Estate, Distribution, and Store Operations on assortment, space planning, and real estate setup. The Analyst reports to the Space Planning Manager.

Responsibilities

• Planogram creation, management & execution.
• Recommendations for improved sku & space productivity.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional Real Estate team, Forecasting, Inventory, Distribution Center, and Store Operations to mitigate risk, improve execution, & lead processes supporting the setup of new stores or stores undergoing remodeling
• Reporting development (Snowflake/MSI, SQL, VBA, Python, Access, dashboards, ad hoc BBW tools)
• Provide & execute analytics, ad-hoc analysis, reporting, and workflow support tied to Space Planning and Inventory systems
• Field store inventory callouts and action/address accordingly
• Manage real estate activity with the store brokering process that assigns appropriate fixture and wall packages to new, relocation, and remodeled stores to ensure appropriate MPQ signal
• Aid cross functional partners regarding MPQ signal and inventory levels through fixture and wall attachments for stores
• Manage the planogram assignment process that builds the store level assortment for themes
• Partner with Macro Space Analyst to communicate updated brokering to field
• Provide direction to stores regarding fixture and cabinet counts while also assisting with architectural discrepancies
• Perform analysis of historical local market selling patterns to predict store selling and influence supply chain decisions
• Determine the "Like Model" for stores by analyzing historical data and considering the effects of external factors
• Evaluate demand forecast accuracy against performance targets
• Set high personal performance standards, demonstrating a sense of urgency and enthusiasm for the business, and overcoming obstacles to achieve goals
• Review and analyze business performance trends
• Conduct hindsight analysis to inform future decisions
• Quality execution & communication

Qualifications

• Preference given to those with space planning, merchandise planning, merchandising, store operations or finance experience.
• Strong problem-solving, quantitative, and analytical skills; strong aptitude for retail math.
• Strong technical & data management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
• Required: proficiency in Excel and basic PowerPoint skills. A plus: Word, Access, MicroStrategy, and Relex.
• Highly organized and proactive about setting and tackling priorities
• Excellent communication skills

Education

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration. 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.
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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, Washington Fair Chance Act Guide 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. Application window will close when all vacancy/vacancies are filled.