Associate Allocation Planner
Core
Allocate merchandise and analyze business performance to ensure accurate inventory flow across distribution centers and stores, maximizing sales and margins.
Role type
Associate Allocation Planner
Builds
Inventory allocation strategies and weekly performance reports for retail, ecommerce, and wholesale channels
Domain
Retail / Supply Chain
Required skills
Merchandise planning, Inventory management, Data analysis, Microsoft Excel, Cross-functional collaboration, Risk communication, Process improvement
Responsibilities
Allocate merchandise based on strategies and performance metrics; Create and analyze weekly reporting on business performance and inventory health; Partner with cross-functional teams to align product strategies; Monitor inventory levels and store capacity; Support execution of new store assortment and inventory builds; Participate in store visits to understand store-specific opportunities; Work with Logistics and Production partners to resolve external constraints; Support inventory management between retail, ecommerce, and wholesale channels; Contribute to process improvement initiatives; Support senior allocators on ad hoc analysis
Seniority
Associate, entry-level IC