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Description
At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand — you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do.
We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day.
The Macro Space & Real Estate Planning Analyst provides integrated support for the Space Planning, Assortment Planning, & Real Estate openings. The Analyst maintains assortments and their associated planograms, drives setup of inventory in new & remodel stores, recommends merchandise presentation changes that improve the productivity of our selling space and assortment, and conducts reporting and analysis. The Analyst works cross-functionally with Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Visual Communications, Merchandise Planning, Forecasting, Inventory Deployment, Real Estate, Distribution, and Store Operations on assortment, space planning, and real estate setup. The Analyst reports to the Space Planning Manager.
Responsibilities
- Planogram creation, management & execution.
- Recommendations for improved sku & space productivity.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional Real Estate team, Forecasting, Inventory, Distribution Center, and Store Operations to mitigate risk, improve execution, & lead processes supporting the setup of new stores or stores undergoing remodeling
- Reporting development (Snowflake/MSI, SQL, VBA, Python, Access, dashboards, ad hoc BBW tools)
- Provide & execute analytics, ad-hoc analysis, reporting, and workflow support tied to Space Planning and Inventory systems
- Field store inventory callouts and action/address accordingly
- Manage real estate activity with the store brokering process that assigns appropriate fixture and wall packages to new, relocation, and remodeled stores to ensure appropriate MPQ signal
- Aid cross functional partners regarding MPQ signal and inventory levels through fixture and wall attachments for stores
- Manage the planogram assignment process that builds the store level assortment for themes
- Partner with Macro Space Analyst to communicate updated brokering to field
- Provide direction to stores regarding fixture and cabinet counts while also assisting with architectural discrepancies
- Perform analysis of historical local market selling patterns to predict store selling and influence supply chain decisions
- Determine the "Like Model" for stores by analyzing historical data and considering the effects of external factors
- Evaluate demand forecast accuracy against performance targets
- Set high personal performance standards, demonstrating a sense of urgency and enthusiasm for the business, and overcoming obstacles to achieve goals
- Review and analyze business performance trends
- Conduct hindsight analysis to inform future decisions
- Quality execution & communication
Qualifications
- Preference given to those with space planning, merchandise planning, merchandising, store operations or finance experience.
- Strong problem-solving, quantitative, and analytical skills; strong aptitude for retail math.
- Strong technical & data management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
- Required: proficiency in Excel and basic PowerPoint skills. A plus: Word, Access, MicroStrategy, and Relex.
- Highly organized and proactive about setting and tackling priorities
- Excellent communication skills
Education
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration.
Core Competencies
- Drives Results
- Action Oriented
- Collaborates
- Decision Making
- Nimble Learning
Benefits
Feeling good starts with you. We invest in benefits that support your well-being, growth and future, helping you thrive as a creator of feel good — every day. Benefits for eligible associates include:
- Robust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
- No-cost mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- 401(k) with company match and Associate Stock Purchase Program with discount.
- Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave and access to family building benefits.
- Home, auto and pet insurance and a company-provided Care.com subscription.
- Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education.
- Enjoy complimentary products and a 40% merchandise discount so you can experience and share the brand you love.
- Visit bbwbenefits.com for more details.
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, Washington Fair Chance Act Guide
We are an equal opportunity 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.
Application window will close when all vacancy/vacancies are filled.
Description
At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand — you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do.
We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day.
The Macro Space & Real Estate Planning Analyst provides integrated support for the Space Planning, Assortment Planning, & Real Estate openings. The Analyst maintains assortments and their associated planograms, drives setup of inventory in new & remodel stores, recommends merchandise presentation changes that improve the productivity of our selling space and assortment, and conducts reporting and analysis. The Analyst works cross-functionally with Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Visual Communications, Merchandise Planning, Forecasting, Inventory Deployment, Real Estate, Distribution, and Store Operations on assortment, space planning, and real estate setup. The Analyst reports to the Space Planning Manager.
Responsibilities
- Planogram creation, management & execution.
- Recommendations for improved sku & space productivity.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional Real Estate team, Forecasting, Inventory, Distribution Center, and Store Operations to mitigate risk, improve execution, & lead processes supporting the setup of new stores or stores undergoing remodeling
- Reporting development (Snowflake/MSI, SQL, VBA, Python, Access, dashboards, ad hoc BBW tools)
- Provide & execute analytics, ad-hoc analysis, reporting, and workflow support tied to Space Planning and Inventory systems
- Field store inventory callouts and action/address accordingly
- Manage real estate activity with the store brokering process that assigns appropriate fixture and wall packages to new, relocation, and remodeled stores to ensure appropriate MPQ signal
- Aid cross functional partners regarding MPQ signal and inventory levels through fixture and wall attachments for stores
- Manage the planogram assignment process that builds the store level assortment for themes
- Partner with Macro Space Analyst to communicate updated brokering to field
- Provide direction to stores regarding fixture and cabinet counts while also assisting with architectural discrepancies
- Perform analysis of historical local market selling patterns to predict store selling and influence supply chain decisions
- Determine the "Like Model" for stores by analyzing historical data and considering the effects of external factors
- Evaluate demand forecast accuracy against performance targets
- Set high personal performance standards, demonstrating a sense of urgency and enthusiasm for the business, and overcoming obstacles to achieve goals
- Review and analyze business performance trends
- Conduct hindsight analysis to inform future decisions
- Quality execution & communication
Qualifications
- Preference given to those with space planning, merchandise planning, merchandising, store operations or finance experience.
- Strong problem-solving, quantitative, and analytical skills; strong aptitude for retail math.
- Strong technical & data management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
- Required: proficiency in Excel and basic PowerPoint skills. A plus: Word, Access, MicroStrategy, and Relex.
- Highly organized and proactive about setting and tackling priorities
- Excellent communication skills
Education
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration.
Core Competencies
- Drives Results
- Action Oriented
- Collaborates
- Decision Making
- Nimble Learning
Benefits
Feeling good starts with you. We invest in benefits that support your well-being, growth and future, helping you thrive as a creator of feel good — every day. Benefits for eligible associates include:
- Robust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
- No-cost mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- 401(k) with company match and Associate Stock Purchase Program with discount.
- Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave and access to family building benefits.
- Home, auto and pet insurance and a company-provided Care.com subscription.
- Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education.
- Enjoy complimentary products and a 40% merchandise discount so you can experience and share the brand you love.
- Visit bbwbenefits.com for more details.
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, Washington Fair Chance Act Guide
We are an equal opportunity 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.
Application window will close when all vacancy/vacancies are filled.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in macro analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, mathematics, or a related quantitative field
- Proficiency in Excel and at least one statistical or programming language such as Python or R
- Experience analyzing central bank policy, macroeconomic indicators, and global financial markets
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for producing research notes and presenting trade ideas
- Familiarity with Bloomberg or similar market data terminals for data retrieval and analysis
- CFA designation or progress toward it preferred for portfolio-facing or client-facing roles
Tips for Your Macro Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume to asset class
Macro analyst roles differ sharply by asset class. A rates-focused desk wants to see duration analysis and yield curve work. An FX team wants cross-currency basis and central bank policy experience. Lead each resume version with the asset class front and center, not a generic macro summary.
Demonstrate a live macro call record
Hiring teams at hedge funds and asset managers ask for a sample of your research or a past macro call you published or presented. Prepare a one-page write-up of a recent call with your thesis, the data you used, and how it played out.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists macro analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target firms by mandate, not just name
A global macro hedge fund, a central bank research department, and a sell-side macro desk all hire analysts but want very different skills. Read each firm's investment mandate or research output before applying and reference it directly in your cover letter.
Prepare for a modeling or writing test
Many macro analyst interviews include a take-home exercise: build a simple model from a central bank data release or write a one-page research note on a live macro theme. Practice turning raw data from public statistical agencies into a clear, timed written conclusion before you interview.
Negotiate start date around research cycles
Macro desks often ramp up hiring before major central bank decision windows or fiscal year starts. If an offer comes in with a compressed start date, it is reasonable to ask for two to four weeks. Frame it around ensuring you are prepared to contribute from day one.
Macro Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most macro analysts?
Point72, U.S. Bank, and Amazon are hiring the most macro analysts right now, with openings concentrated in Connecticut, Illinois, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest at asset managers, global macro hedge funds, and investment bank research divisions.
How many macro analyst jobs are remote?
About 75% of macro analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements more common in economic research and independent advisory roles than in trading-floor-adjacent positions at hedge funds or investment banks, where in-person collaboration with portfolio managers is typically expected.
How do you become a macro analyst?
Start with a degree in economics, finance, or a quantitative field, then build familiarity with macroeconomic data sources like central bank releases, national accounts, and trade statistics. Develop a consistent practice of writing short macro research notes on live themes. Entry-level roles at research boutiques, economic consulting firms, or sell-side banks are common first steps before moving to buy-side positions.
Can you get a macro analyst job with little experience?
Yes, but you need to demonstrate analytical output rather than just credentials. Junior macro analyst roles at research firms and sell-side banks regularly hire recent graduates who can show published writing, a thesis with original macro analysis, or coursework in time-series econometrics. Building a brief public research portfolio, even from academic work, signals genuine interest and separates you from candidates with identical resumes.
What does the macro analyst interview process look like?
Most macro analyst interviews include an initial screening call focused on your research background, followed by a technical round where you discuss recent macro themes, your analytical framework, and relevant data tools. Many firms add a take-home case study asking you to analyze a data release or draft a short research note. Final rounds typically involve meeting senior researchers or portfolio managers who assess fit and intellectual depth.
Where can I find and apply to macro analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to macro analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without being redirected through additional sign-up steps.
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