Senior Analyst, Merchandising - St Louis, United States - Build-A-Bear

Description

At Build-A

• Bear we believe in the power of imagination, creativity, and memorable experiences.

Our mission is to add a little more heart to life by creating unique experiences, lasting connections, and beloved memories that create lasting emotional connections. We are a multi-channel, site-based experience and entertainment company, with diversified categories and consumer segments.
Join our dynamic Merchandising Planning and Allocation team as a Senior Analyst, Merchandising.

The Senior Analyst, Merchandising supports the Product Merchandizing team by analyzing and reporting on product performance to maximize sales, profitability, and inventory turnover.

Responsibilities:

• Use statistical and analytical tools to extract actionable insights
• Forecast future demands for products based on historical data and market trends
• Inventory management
• Conduct market research as needed
• Create reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations
• Assess the success of merchandising strategies and recommend adjustments as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in business, merchandising, marketing, statistics, economics or related field 3-5 years of analytical experience in retail
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools and software such as Microsoft Excel, SQL, and statical analysis tools
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system experience
• Relational database knowledge
• Experience in demand forecasting and the ability to use forecasting models
• Knowledge of retail and merchandising concepts, including product life-cycle management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degrees in business analytics, computer science, statistics/math, or financeBehavioral Traits for Success:
• Driven to produce timely results that are high quality and accurate
• Thinking that is analytical, inquiring, and critical
• Ability to deal with abstract concepts, systems, and ideas
• Self-discipline and organization
• Ability to consider all possibly related facts and potential problems
• Technical problem-solving and ingenuity while working within approved organizational systems and technology
• Intellectual confidence

Working Environment:

• Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
• Corporate Office located St.

Louis, MO* Flexible Work ScheduleYour Performance Will Be Measured On:

• Quality, style, and timeliness of reports
• Software tools and systems proficiency
• Inventory management
• Forecast accuracy
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to communicate findings and recommendations
• Problem-solving to address challenges related to inventory, sales, and merchandising challenges
• Time management
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