Allocator

Dôen•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Allocator to support inventory flow, replenishment, and store-level inventory management across our growing retail business. This role will partner closely with Planning, Buying, Retail, Visual Merchandising, and Operations to ensure inventory is flowing efficiently and strategically across stores, distribution centers, and product launches. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, operationally-minded, and thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. This is a highly collaborative role that combines analytical inventory management with operational execution and cross-functional communication.

Requirements

2-3+ years of experience in Allocation, Merchandise Planning, Inventory Management, or related retail function
Strong analytical and Excel skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Excellent communication and follow-through
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting retail store fleets preferred
Experience with allocation/inventory systems preferred
Calm under pressure
Operationally-minded and process-oriented
Strong ownership mentality
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and evolving processes
Proactive communicator and relationship builder

Responsibilities

Execute biweekly replenishment strategies across retail stores
Analyze store-level sales and inventory performance to identify replenishment opportunities and risks
Manage inventory balancing and transfer recommendations across store fleet
Support ongoing optimization of replenishment tools and processes
Monitor inventory flow and identify operational inefficiencies
Support upfront allocation planning for new product launches and store openings
Partner with Planning and Buying teams to align allocations with sales plans, assortment strategies, and capacity constraints
Assist in launch inventory management and post-launch rebalancing
Partner with Director of Visual Merchandising on monthly RTV’s
Manage RTV and inter-store transfer execution and tracking
Coordinate with stores and distribution center to ensure timely inventory movement
Follow up on transfer orders and resolve inventory discrepancies
Help establish and maintain operational timelines and process standards
Serve as a key point of contact for store inventory requests and allocation-related questions
Partner closely with Retail leadership to support inventory priorities and escalations
Collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, Buying, Operations, and Visual Merchandising teams
Support recurring inventory analysis and reporting
Identify opportunities to improve reporting automation and operational efficiency
Monitor inventory health, aging inventory, and promotional inventory opportunities
Execute allocation uploads and inventory system maintenance
Troubleshoot allocation and inventory system issues
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, tools, and operational processes