Allocator - Equipment Outdoor

7 months ago


Cape Town, South Africa Cape Union Mart International Full time

An opportunity has become available at our Head Office for an allocator in our **Outdoor - Equipment Division.**

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Working with Planners and Buyers to fully implement the Strategy
- Implement the Allocation strategy according to store turnover and profile
- Ensure allocations are done effectively based on trade and store performance
- Analytical support and feedback to influence the Planning and Buying teams
- Store and merchandise-related (style and sizing) analysis
- Reporting and recommendations regarding store performance - this role plays a crucial link between stores and the merchandise team
- Liaising with suppliers, stores and the Distribution Centre regarding queries
- Monitoring the delivery of stock and take appropriate action
- Replenishment management
- Effective communication with stores and field
- Monitoring product performance to take appropriate action
- Regular store visits where appropriate

**Requirements**:
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- 2 - 3 years’ experience as a Retail/Merchandise/Product/Store Allocator within a retail environment
- Matric & qualification in a related field
- A high degree of numeracy and a detailed and strategic approach to work
- The ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Ability to show initiative and be resourceful
- Sound decision-making ability
- Must have excellent MS Office (Excel at an advanced level) skills and/or other Planning Tools

**Job Related Behavioural Competencies.**
- Analytical thinking and problem solving
- Eagerness to learn.
- Time Management and ability to meet deadlines and overcome challenges.
- Ability to clearly and concisely articulate problems and explain exactly how to reproduce them.
- Being proactive and taking initiative in your role.
- Ability to effectively work in a team environment while being self-directed and highly motivated.
- Team player
- Ability to build strong relationships.
- Verbal and written communication skills

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