Allocation Analyst
Core
Manage optimal merchandise deployment to stores, splitting purchase orders between distribution centers, and executing weekly allocation plans to maximize sales and profitability.
Role type
Allocation Analyst
Builds
Inventory flow and service levels for retail stores
Domain
Retail / Inventory Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Inventory deployment strategy, sales history analysis, spreadsheet analysis (Excel, Access), prioritization, problem-solving, deadline management
Preferred skills
JDA Arthur Allocations, MMS, AS400, retail store experience
Technologies
JDA Arthur Allocations, MMS, AS400, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Responsibilities
Split purchase orders to distribution centers to maximize store service levels; Allocate and replenish items weekly according to department strategy; Analyze sales history to support event quantities by location; Collaborate with merchants and financial planners to align allocations with sales goals; Monitor seasonal inventory in distribution centers for timely release.
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC