Allocator

Hunkemöller•Deerfield, IL

About The Position

Working as an Allocator within the Branch Merchandising function which is part of the Merchandising and Planning department you will contribute to ensure the optimum stock levels are maintained in all locations, Offline and Online, to maximize sales and profit. Working as an Allocator within the Branch Merchandising function which is part of the Merchandising and Planning department you will contribute to ensure the optimum stock levels are maintained in all locations, Offline and Online, to maximize sales and profit. You will manage the flow of stock and effectively distribute the stock to Stores and Ecommerce channels. The allocator monitors category and stores sales, manages and resolves store queries, creates reports and recommends actions to improve stock availability and individual store performance. Reporting to the Branch Merchandiser within the Branch Merchandising Team, working closely with Product Merchandising teams, Buying, Logistics, Retail and Omni-channel team(s).

Requirements

Analytical, Organized, Structured & Accurate
Team player, resilient, flexible
Willingness to learn & be exposed to new tasks or challenges
You like to look for Patterns, Problem solving & have a “Can Do” Attitude
Excel skills and numeric ability
Good written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment

Nice To Haves

Some experience within Merchandising &/or Retail preferable but not essential
Some experience in retail allocation systems would be a plus

Responsibilities

Allocate initial stock to stores based on the Assortment plan and Allocation matrix
Build and manage stock levels in Stores and Online
Recommend actions for stock issues, slow sellers, fast sellers
Set up, Review & Amend Replenishment Parameters and styles eligibility to ensure the correct stock is being allocated to the correct country/channel
Responsible for building New Store Opening Stock Packages
Propose and implement inter store transfers and movement of stock to achieve optimal stock balances
Produce Daily/Weekly/Monthly reports as required
Working with the Product Merchandising Team, recommend changes to the future quarterly plan, based upon current performance
Create analysis on Country/Channel/Location performance at department/category or sub category level with the aim of highlighting opportunities or risks and propose appropriate actions to maximize opportunities & mitigate risks
Conduct regular store visits & main frequent contact with Store & Omni-Channel teams
Collaborate with Logistics team to ensure the correct flow of goods
Participate in weekly team meetings on trading