Sr. Analyst, Allocation Systems & Strategy - Foot Locker (Hybrid)

Foot Locker•New York, NY

5d•$75,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This hybrid position will be located at our Corporate Office in New York, New York. Expectations for hybrid in-office schedule is three days a week; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Foot Locker, Inc. is seeking a data-driven Allocation Systems & Strategy Analyst to support our Allocation and Inventory Management function. This role will be responsible for optimizing inventory flow, supporting allocation strategies, and driving data-backed decisions that improve in-stock position and overall inventory productivity. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, experience working with retail data, and proficiency in data tools such as SQL, Power BI (or similar BI platforms), and advanced Excel abilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field
2+ years of experience in allocation, inventory management, planning, or a related analytical role
Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis
Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence tools
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data modeling)
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. At this time, Foot Locker will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).

Nice To Haves

Retail industry experience strongly preferred
Understanding of retail KPIs (sell-through, weeks of supply, GMROI, etc.)
Experience with allocation or planning systems (e.g., JDA, Blue Yonder, SAP, Oracle Retail)
Familiarity with forecasting, demand planning, or replenishment algorithms

Responsibilities

Perform ad hoc analysis and data extracts to support business initiatives and strategic decision-making
Leverage SQL and other data tools to extract, manipulate, and analyze large datasets
Develop prototype dashboards and reports using Power BI; collaborate with Business Insights team for implementation, enhancements, and reporting optimization
Translate complex data findings into clear, actionable insights for cross-functional stakeholders
Ensure data integrity by validating outputs and reconciling discrepancies across systems/reports
Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and automate recurring analyses
Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through deep-dive analysis of sales, inventory, and allocation performance
Identify gaps and recommend corrective actions
Develop KPIs and reporting to support optimization of inventory deployment and demand forecast accuracy
Analyze SKU/Size/store-level performance to inform allocation strategies and improve sell-through
Evaluate inventory productivity using metrics such as sell-through, weeks of supply, and turn
Support the development and execution of allocation strategies to maximize sales and minimize markdown risk
Track allocation effectiveness and continuously refine strategies based on performance results
Assist in piloting and scaling new allocation methodologies, tools, or systems