Allocator Analyst, Collection

kate spade new york•New York, NY

4d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Collection Allocation Analyst manages inventory levels to support Coach’s overall North America sales and inventory plans. The role is the sole owner of Collection Small Leather Goods and Specialty allocations, managing store and ecommerce inventory splits, balancing allocations across multiple distribution centers, and creating back-in-stock strategies for high-profile styles. The analyst partners closely with cross-functional teams and Buying, using analytical, communication, strategic, and systems skills to drive business results. The position analyzes and manages inventory at distribution and store levels across more than 500 seasonal SKUs, creates allocation strategies for Women’s Small Leather Goods and Specialty departments, and evaluates specialty initiatives such as Coach Create and customization. The analyst works with peers and the Center of Excellence team to improve allocation practices and manage store inventory, capacity, and product flow. The role calls for detail orientation, problem solving, the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines, and strong communication across core and partner teams.

Requirements

Strong strategic thinking and analytical/quantitative skills, including the ability to manage large amounts of data.
Excellent listening, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with team members, cross-functional partners, and field partners at all levels.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

Experience with allocation and reporting systems and databases, such as MicroStrategy, Tableau, Alteryx, Apollo, AllocateSmart, or SAP.
1–2 years of previous allocation experience.
Two years of advanced working knowledge of MS Excel.

Responsibilities

Analyze and manage inventory levels at distribution and store levels across more than 500 seasonal SKUs.
Create and use allocation strategies to support financial results for Women’s Small Leather Goods and Specialty departments, partnering with the Buying team on alignment.
Collaborate with peers to ensure consistent, accurate information, share best practices, and maximize systems knowledge.
Own allocation and hindsight analysis for specialty initiatives, including Coach Create and customization, and use findings to evolve strategies and improve results.
Work with the Center of Excellence team to understand and manage store inventory, capacity, and product flow.
Manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and use critical thinking to identify and resolve problems.
Communicate effectively with core team members and cross-functional partners.