Assistant Merchant

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing diverse talent where our associate population is as diverse as the communities we serve, live and work. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet in a way that will make us proud for years to come because we believe the world is a brighter, happier place when everyone has access to the things that make them happy.

Summary: The Assistant Merchant is responsible for supporting the execution of the creative product development, maintaining seasonal line plans, implementing testing strategies and cascading information to cross-functional teams for specific categories. They will assist in the delivery of sales and profit growth by helping manage the commercialization of new product launches, analyzing consumer insights to support key brand priorities and/or initiatives and supporting in-store product launches.

Responsibilities

Assist Senior/Merchant on growth-driving brand strategy and planning, including new product development, pricing, promotions / sampling, internal associate education and training, competitive patterning, performance analysis and hind-sighting

Assist the creation of internal presentations to executives and cross-functional teams, from concept brainstorming to drafting documents to preparing meeting materials

Responsible for accurately coordinating new development projects, including process paperwork (e.g. Project Initiation Forms, Design Requests, Product Briefs for all products, sampling and gift sets), Costing Analysis and running communication flow to cross-functional team members

Support alignment on product description, claims, and aesthetics

Collaborate with Commercialization Services to monitor timelines, anticipate / communicate issues and drive deliverable dates on time

Supports the Merchant in developing a line plan that represents the Brand and is aligned with the seasonal merchandise strategy

Analyze data in weekly business meetings to share result driving insights, customer feedback, and in-store merchandising opportunities

Assist in meeting preparation, sample management, report evaluation and analysis. Assistant merchants are expected to share their POV and recommendations based on current results and category strategy

Research the competition: understanding other retailer’s assortment, pricing and promotional strategy

Visit stores regularly to proactively solicit feedback from customers and sales associates

1-3 years of related work experience in brand development, merchandise buying and/or retail management

An eye for business with analytical and retail math skills

Demonstrate a passion for product and customer satisfaction

Be a self-starter and work independently producing accurate work

Ability to influence and lead through challenges, problem-solve and build a cohesive team

Exceptional ability to enhance cooperative working relationships

Able to multi-task and prioritize with a strong sense of urgency and ability to handle the stress that comes with working in a change-agile work environment

Systems and computer proficiency (MS Office-Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)Years of professional experience, etc.

Education

Bachelors degree or equivalent work 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 program with discount

No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including an inclusive 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!

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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.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action 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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Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

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