Merchandise Analyst

Overview

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!”

At Spencer’s and Spirit, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.

One Team / One Goal

We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible work environment
• Career advancement
• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k with a company match
• 30% merchandise discount

Responsibilities

We are seeking a data-driven and detail-oriented individual to join our Planning & Allocation team. This role is responsible for analyzing sales trends, and inventory performance to identify strategic opportunities that optimize merchandise allocation to enhance performance and drive business growth. Our ideal candidate excels at problem-solving in a dynamic environment and utilizes data to adeptly uncover actionable insights.

• Identify and react to store-specific selling trends to optimize inventory placement
• Monitor store-level inventory productivity and recommend adjustments based on evolving business trends
• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs) and store metrics
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders
• Contribute to team discussions and brainstorming sessions to identify opportunities for process optimization and innovation
• Utilize analytical tools and software to manipulate and interpret complex data sets
• Partner with multiple departments to drive alignment and results
• Monitor in-season performance KPIs and deliver timely feedback to internal teams
• Support in-season allocation decisions and exception tracking (e.g., store openings, sales plan changes/selling trends)
• Partner with leadership to create strategic analyses that inform decision-making
• Lead or participate in special projects, scenario modeling, and new business initiatives
• Continuously identify and implement process improvements using data-driven insights

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B. A. or B. S.) in a related field
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI experience is a plus
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex problems into actionable steps
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work within deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Growth mindset, curiosity, and a passion for continuous learning and professional growth
• Motivated by a fast-paced environment and the ability to flex when presented with rapidly changing priorities

The pay range reflects the potential base salary range for this role. Individual base pay is determined by various factors such as relevant experience and skills, and the scope and responsibilities of the position.

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