Allocator

The Allocator plays a critical role in ensuring product is delivered to the right stores, in the right quantities, at the right time. Partnering closely with the Head of Planning & Allocation, as well as GMM, Buying and Planning team members, this role focuses on daily replenishment, store-level execution, and inventory optimizationto maximize sales and productivity at the style and category level.

Key Responsibilities

• Own daily replenishmentby store and SKU, using sales and inventory performance to maximize in-stock position and selling opportunity

• Analyze store and style-level performance to identify opportunities to drive sales, improve turns, and rebalance inventory

• Execute initial product allocationsby store and SKU, aligned with assortment strategy, store volume, and capacity

• Create and maintain store volume indexesto support allocation and replenishment decisions

• Monitor weeks of supply, sales-to-stock, and SKU performance to recommend transfers, consolidations, or reallocations

• Perform store analysis and size selling analysis to forecast future inventory needs

• Partner with the Head of Planning & Allocation, GMM and Buyer to translate business strategy into actionable allocation execution

• Track buy plans and receipts to ensure timely distribution of product and communicate inventory risks or opportunities

• Recommend store product transfers and consolidations to maximize sales

• Collaborate cross-functionally to support merchandising strategies, floorsets, and key business initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to act quickly on data

• Highly organized, self motivated and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Proficient in Excel with a solid understanding of retail math and inventory concepts

• Excellent communication skills and comfort partnering cross-functionally

• 2–4 years of experience in allocation, planning, or a related retail role preferred

• Bachelors’ degree preferred or FIDM degree preferred