Associate Merchandise Planner

Build-A-Bear • St. Louis, MO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Merchandise Planner will support the Sr. Merchandise Planner by developing replenishment buys and collaborating with Planners to understand buying strategies and ensure alignment with future demand forecasts.

Requirements

• 2+ years of planning or related financial/analytical experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Skilled with Excel

Nice To Haves

• Power BI a plus
• 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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level