Analyst - Merchandise Allocation (Distribution Analyst)

Maurices • Duluth, MN

1d • $50,000 - $60,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Distribution/Allocation Analyst is responsible for creating allocation strategies which result in maximized product, digital and store potential. With one direct-report, they are responsible for identifying and building strategies for location-based opportunities to deliver improved margin and a better customer experience. They are responsible for building sizing and packing strategies that support company goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required
• 1-3+ years -related work experience preferred
• Two years of merchandise planning/distribution experience preferred
• Some experience in leading others, and influencing with data
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software technology.
• Ability to use MS office suite (excel, word, PowerPoint, outlook).
• Effective analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Strong leadership abilities
• Ability to train and develop others (one direct-report)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, meet deadlines and remain flexible
• Attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Development of allocation strategies along with identifying and communicating product/location opportunities.
• Determine the best allocation strategy to distribute inventory across stores and channels to maximize sales and margin.
• Support analysis on store clustering by product category for assortment planning and allocation purposes.
• Weekly monitor classification/style performance at store/channel/size level and adjust allocation strategy to maximize sales opportunities and minimize markdown liability.
• Attend and participate in on-going meetings with cross functional team to understand product and planning strategy for each category.
• Develop proficiency in JDA/Blue Yonder allocation to manage and execute all allocation strategies from initial to replenishment allocations.
• Ensure real estate activity as stores open and maintain an appropriate assortment and inventory level.
• Identify and communicate sales opportunities and stock liabilities by store on a regular basis.
• Identify localization opportunities (region, climate, location, volume) and present recommendations to the cross-functional team.
• Perform in-season and post-season analysis to identify future opportunities.
• Participate in key milestone meetings and bring appropriate analysis and recommendations.
• Assist in analysis to develop and execute strategies for size and pack.
• Think strategically by asking good questions and gathering thorough information.
• Support brand and product initiatives.
• Provide ongoing direction to Allocator/Distributor on product and allocation strategy. Including warehouse/new receipts flow and management.
• Create and maintain strong partnerships.
• Approachability and receptiveness to ideas from others.
• Challenging ideas, theories and processes as needed.
• Providing continuous feedback.
• Delivering on commitment and holding others accountable for the same.
• Sharing issues/information regarding business to buying and planning teams.

Benefits

• Choice of three medical plans, including a PPO plan or High-Deductible plans.
• Health Savings Account, with employer contribution.
• Dental, and Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care)
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Voluntary Life, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability coverage
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability coverage
• Wellbeing platform with Personify Health
• Employee Assistance Program available for associates and their families.
• 401(k), which offers an immediately vested Safe Harbor matching contribution.
• Tuition Assistance program
• PTO benefits, including vacation (with accrual or flexible options based on role)
• Annual sick time awards
• Holiday pay
• Two weeks of New Parent Leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement.
• Continuous opportunities for learning
• Connection building through Associate Resource Groups
• Free access to a state-of-the-art onsite Fitness Facility (for Duluth based associates)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level