Allocator, Apparel & Accessories

Skechers • Manhattan Beach, CA

23h

About The Position

As a Retail Allocator at Skechers, you will play a key role in driving the performance of our domestic retail store network across the United States and Canada. Focused specifically on our Apparel and Accessories categories, you will own store-level inventory management through data-driven allocation strategies that support financial goals, improve sell-through, and deliver an exceptional in-store experience. This role works closely with cross-functional partners — including Merchandise Planning, Buying, Merchandising, Visual, and the Retail Field Team — to ensure the right product reaches the right stores, in the right quantities and sizes, at the right time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–3 years of experience in allocation, replenishment, merchandise planning, or a related inventory management role
• Strong aptitude for numbers with solid retail math skills and an understanding of forecasting methodology
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including: VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, SUMIF, IF statements, and Pivot Tables
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative data into actionable insights
• Solid understanding of financial measurements and how allocation decisions impact them
• Agile and adaptable — able to pivot quickly based on shifting business needs and calendar milestones
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across departments

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of retail allocation systems (e.g., Aptos) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Execute store and size-level allocations for Apparel and Accessories categories across all domestic U.S. and Canada Skechers retail locations
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels across the store network to maintain balance and alignment with business objectives
• Manage size breaks, size curves, and pack strategies to optimize sell-through and reduce overstock and stockout situations
• Set up and maintain model stock replenishment for basic/core items, with ongoing adjustments based on sales shifts, promotions, and seasonal events
• Manage warehouse inventory flow and limit out-of-season liability for Apparel and Accessories product
• Analyze sales and inventory trends at the chain, store cluster, and individual store level to drive maximum performance
• Conduct pre-season, in-season, and post-season analysis to identify opportunities to maximize sales and margin
• Review store rankings, indices, size selling, and geographic/seasonal variation to inform allocation and replenishment strategies
• Develop and maintain selling and inventory reports; complete ad hoc reporting as needed to support current and future business decisions
• Partner with Merchandise Planning to run size and color selling analyses to inform future buys
• Participate in monthly allocation strategy meetings with Merchandise Buyers and Merchandise Planners
• Collaborate with Buying and Planning teams to ensure size breaks and buy quantities align with current sales trends
• Partner with the Retail Field Team to communicate seasonal rollout timing, promotional updates, and business performance across domestic stores
• Communicate regularly with the Distribution Center team on events that may impact inventory workflow (initial allocation rollouts, reserve releases, in-store promotions, etc.)
• Collaborate with Visual Merchandising and participate in weekly turnover meetings
• Facilitate problem resolution with IT, Retail Operations, and Inventory Management teams as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve allocation systems, tools, and processes to drive greater efficiency
• Support new store assortment setup and execute remodel store inventory plans
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, including stockouts, overstock situations, and variances between physical counts and system records

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree