Global Operations Allocation Manager

Verkada•San Mateo, CA

7d•$120,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Allocation Manager sits at the critical intersection of Supply Chain, Sales, and Finance. In this role, you will act as the strategic gatekeeper of our inventory, ensuring that available product is deployed to maximize financial return and honor key customer commitments. You will analyze large and exceptional orders, manage supply constraints, and partner directly with the Sales organization to validate true customer demand versus requested quantities. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical capabilities paired with exceptional negotiation and conflict-resolution skills. We are committed to a thriving in-office culture. This role requires that you be on-site at our office in San Mateo, CA 5 days a week.

Requirements

5+ years in Supply Chain Operations, Logistics, Order Management, or Supply Chain Program Management
Direct experience with physical hardware, complex industrial equipment, or capital assets — not solely software or services
Proven experience managing multi-pallet freight, WHS-to-WHS transfers, and US-to-International shipping, including working knowledge of Incoterms, customs, and freight forwarding
Strong attention to detail with the ability to review and validate technical equipment specifications, trailer or vehicle configurations, and regional compliance requirements
Demonstrated ability to manage multi-quarter project rollouts using standard templates, ERPs, and CRMs to track progress
Excellent communication skills with the ability to bridge the gap between Sales (commercial needs), Product (technical constraints), and Warehousing (physical reality)
A bias for action and a high tolerance for ambiguity; you excel at managing escalations and reprioritizing on the fly
Track record of driving accountability across teams you do not manage
Willingness to travel to customer sites, 3PL facilities, and partner locations as needed (approximately [10–20]%)
Must be willing and able to commute 5 days in office.
Must be independently authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role, at this time.

Responsibilities

Review, evaluate, and approve large, exceptional, or out-of-cycle orders to ensure they align with current supply capabilities and business strategy.
Distribute constrained inventory across customer accounts based on strategic tiering, contractual commitments, and the company's financial and revenue plans.
Collaborate closely with Sales leadership and Account Managers to determine true customer "need" versus initial requests, preventing inventory hoarding and ensuring equitable distribution.
Bridge the gap between long-term supply plans and daily execution, acting as the final decision-maker on order fulfillment priorities during stockouts or supply disruptions.
Partner with Finance to ensure allocation decisions support quarterly revenue targets, margin goals, and inventory turnover KPIs.
Develop and implement standardized allocation playbooks, rules of engagement, and escalation procedures for the Sales and Supply Chain teams to follow.

Benefits

Comprehensive wellness perks, benefits, and resources
Healthcare programs that can be tailored to meet the personal health and financial well-being needs - Premiums are 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans
Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage
Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with tax saving options
Expanded mental health support
Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits
Time off to relax and recharge through our paid holidays, firmwide extended holidays, flexible PTO and personal sick time
Professional development stipend
Wellness/fitness benefits
Healthy lunches provided daily
Commuter benefits