Allocator

Created: 27-01-2021

Deadline:

Category: Merchandising

Location: Paris, France

We are looking for an Allocator, based in Paris but working for the Western Europe Cluster, to join our Merchandising team !

MISSION :

Develop and execute replenishment of product to a selection of stores. Conducts on-going analysis to assess replenishment algorithms for continuity categories/items and new launches. Creates and adjusts seasonality curves to match the replenishment orders with anticipated sales volume.  Create and adjust parameters to manage replenishment to stores specification. Recognizing events and special campaigns.

 

KEY RESPONSABILITIES :

ALLOCATION & REPLENISHMENT

  • Develop and execute replenishment of product to a selection of stores
  • Manage the assortment order for new store openings, in accordance with Merchandise planner guidelines
  • Provides on-going analysis on OTB performance, both pre-season and in-season;
  • Monitor and manage overall store inventory levels based on store capacity, attributes, seasonality and selling curves
  • Monitor and manage store inventory levels at the style/color/size level
  • Update and validate the replenishment algorithms in TXT for continuity categories/items and new launches
  • Monitor and drive the store performance in order to reduce stock level and increase stock turn, maximize sell through and the ROS
  • Monitor exceptions on merchandise stock levels and recommends necessary adjustments
  • Analyze store geographic, size selling, and create appropriate distribution strategies to optimize inventory levels(recommends product category store transfers and consolidations)
  • Create and maintain weekly allocation report and track all open orders during the shipping season
  • Assist planning team with basic reporting needs when necessary

ANALYSIS & REPORTING

  • Assist planning team with basic reporting needs when necessary

 

PROFILE :

  • Advanced mastery of Excel and Planning Tools.
  • Ability in merchandise planning and inventory management.
  • Demonstrable project management expertise.
  • Sound working knowledge of business systems and data mining.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Detail oriented without losing the big picture.

 

  • Proactivity and curiosity, can-do attitude.
  • Great interpersonal skills and ability to communicate.
  • Ability to share knowledge.
  • Initiative and shared decision making approach.
  • Team-spirit.
  • Ability to adapt and respond to dynamic and ever changing work situations and environments.
  • Solid business acumen skills and problem-solving attitude.
  • Passion for work and the product.
  • Creative thinking, ability to think outside the box, approaching situations in innovative ways.
  • Excellent time management skills, meeting work deadlines effectively
  •  ENGLISH AND SPANISH AT A PROFICIENT LEVEL

At least 2/3 years of relevant work experience in a similar position within a (preferable multinational) Retail company.

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