Allocation Analyst

Finish Line • Indianapolis, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides a compelling assortment of the right product, to the right stores, in the right quantities, with the right sizes, for the right prices, at the right time, to maximize sales. This individual should effectively exhibit JD Finish Line’s core values of Customer, People, Winning, Community, and Financial Responsibility in everything they do while performing the following main duties: Works with Buyers to determine the best stores to Allocate product to. Writes new purchase orders, giving size breaks and recommending quantities to Buyers. Ensures every store receives the best possible product assortment. Allocates replenishment product based on many metrics, including sales history, WOS, margins and capacity. Checks yard lists, picking, and record receipts. Performs transfers and consolidations. Sets up new store assortments and executes Remodeled Stores Plans. Communicates regularly with store management regarding product concerns and opportunities. Additional duties and projects as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; additional 1 - 3 years of previous merchandising/allocation experience required; candidates with JD Finish Line experience strongly preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Should have basic to intermediate knowledge and abilities with Google suite software, and competence in learning how to maximize the use of new software.
• Sit for more than 6 hours per shift
• Use hands to finger, handle and feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and/or hear
• Stand for up to 4 hours at a time regularly
• Walk or move from one location to another
• Periodically may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company’s policies are required for this position.
• Average work week is 40-50 hours, which can vary depending on business need.

Nice To Haves

• candidates with JD Finish Line experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Works with Buyers to determine the best stores to Allocate product to.
• Writes new purchase orders, giving size breaks and recommending quantities to Buyers.
• Ensures every store receives the best possible product assortment.
• Allocates replenishment product based on many metrics, including sales history, WOS, margins and capacity.
• Checks yard lists, picking, and record receipts.
• Performs transfers and consolidations.
• Sets up new store assortments and executes Remodeled Stores Plans.
• Communicates regularly with store management regarding product concerns and opportunities.
• Additional duties and projects as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees