Allocator

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage merchandise from initial allocation through end of life cycle, including replenishment and consolidation of goods to other stores or channels.
• Control overall store inventory levels based on store capacity, seasonality, and selling curves.
• Allocate multiple product categories to retail stores while working closely with the Planner to ensure each location has the right product at the right time.
• Participate in monthly reviews with Merchandising and Planning to ensure allocations meet sales objectives.
• Manage the basic stock replenishment program, partnering with the Planner to maximize sales and optimizing stock levels in stores.
• Partner with Production team regarding ship status, shortages, and overages.
• Collaborate with Planner to identify growth opportunities and minimize down-trending business. This includes identifying the best assortment of merchandise for stores based on past sales performance, emerging trends, and store needs.
• Provide analysis to drive sales and margin opportunities by store while limiting risk.
• Make recommendations to improve processes & tools to improve productivity.
• Focus on maintaining data accuracy of cross-functional alignment; ensure information inputs are accurate and active throughout various systems.
• Actively participate in the cross-functional team to drive the business.

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of relevant work experience in allocation or inventory analysis, preferably in the luxury retail industry.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities and create solutions.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow through.
• Ability to shift priorities and embrace change.
• Fosters a positive and motivating work outlook with emphasis on team collaboration.
• High proficiency in Excel.