Our team is seeking a highly skilled Allocation Analyst to join our Planning department.
This role will involve working closely with the Planner, Buyers and Branch Merch teams to ensure the right product reaches the right stores at the right time. As an Allocation Analyst, you will be responsible for allocating new stock to stores in line with release plans, reviewing product performance and stock levels to optimise store allocation, and maintaining accurate store templates and grading to support business needs.
We are looking for someone who has 2-3 years retail or fashion experience and a passion for numbers, analysis and commercial outcomes. A strong understanding of stock flow, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are key to success in this role.
You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, including managing stock replenishment, monitoring stock flow from DC to stores, and producing key reporting on product performance, stock levels and allocations. You will also have the chance to collaborate with the wider team on weekly trade meetings and release plans.
As a valued member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including a generous employee discount, coffee and lunch subsidies, and loyalty and birthday leave. We also offer continuous learning and development programs to enhance your skills and foster personal and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
* Allocate new stock to stores in line with release plans
* Review product performance and stock levels to optimise store allocation
* Maintain accurate store templates and grading to support business needs
* Monitor stock flow from DC to stores to support effective trading
* Produce key reporting on product performance, stock levels and allocations
Requirements:
* 2-3 years retail or fashion experience
* Possession of strong numerical and analytical skills
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
* Commercial mindset with a focus on customer outcomes
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
What We Offer:
* Generous employee discount
* Coffee and lunch subsidies
* Loyalty and birthday leave
* Continuous learning and development programs