Merchandising Inventory Analyst

Stuller’s Merchandising division is made up of a dynamic team of subject matter experts in each jewelry product category. These specialized teams focus on developing and buying products, managing inventory levels and pricing, working with marketing to execute promotions and publications, and so much more! The Merchandise Planning team is looking for a hardworking, task-oriented, and analytical teammate to create and implement reporting and analysis for the Stuller Merchandising Team.

In this role, the Merchandising Inventory Analyst will take a proactive approach to running and compiling data to provide actionable insight and drive effective inventory and pricing decisions. This position will be immersed in product data, detailing sales performance, highlighting business drivers, opportunities, and key action plans. Proficiency in excel and reporting tools is required along with a desire to work in a collaborative setting, exhibiting strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and publicize product performance analytics utilizing reporting systems such as MicroStrategy
• Create standardized reporting mechanisms to be used by the Merchandising and Buying teams on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis
• Analyze results of new and existing products to drive additional sales and gross profit and optimizing turns and GMROI
• Work closely with the Merchandising and Buying teams to drive inventory and buying decisions
• Review stock status and make recommendations accordingly based on sales performance
• Partner with the Merchandise Planning Team to implement new reporting mechanisms and streamline data usage that can be used cross-functionally
• Identify opportunities for growth and expansion within the product categories
• Support marketing and sales campaigns through effective inventory management
• Optimize pricing and margins based on product categories
• Assist with markdown plans to exit inventory faster
• Provide data-driven recommendations related to customers, products, and solutions to various departments such as Merchandising/Buying, Marketing, and Sales
• Design ad-hoc reporting using data exports and Excel formulas related to product behavior and purchasing patterns
• Assist in the preparation of weekly, monthly, and semi-annual presentations
• Collaborate with the Enterprise Analytics team to develop new dashboards and other reporting mechanisms
• Present actionable information and insights clearly and effectively to various audiences
• Assist in the evolution of Product Data attributes and metrics
• Develop a business curiosity to continuously dig deeper

Basic Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1-3 years relevant work experience
• Advanced in Excel including pivot tables and formulas
• Experience with Microsoft Windows, Word, PowerPoint, and CoPilot
• Ability to make decisions to achieve desired results
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Proactive and can handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must be able to maintain composure and handle high stress situations
• Negotiation,?interpersonal and customer service skills
• Drive for continuous improvement personally and professionally?

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of basic Jewelry and/or Stone knowledge

Stuller is the jewelry industry's largest manufacturer, supplier, and technology developer in North America. With a customer base spanning the globe, we serve jewelry professionals through an unmatched selection of quality products, expert and friendly service, and the fastest delivery. We are powered by our employees, their creativity, their energy, and their commitment to creating exceptional experiences.

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