Retail Allocator
2 weeks ago
**My client, a leading Sports Retailer, requires an experienced Allocator in the Apparel Retail Industry. This is a complex category, requiring an Allocator with sufficient allocations experience who can number crunch and provide store and stock analysis on Excel comfortably. Must have strong analytical, logical reasoning and numerical abilities required to oversee the allocations for the Outdoor portfolio.**
**_Job Description_**
- Working with Planners and Buyers to fully implement the Merchandise 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.
**_Key Requirements_**
- 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.
- Remote working - Hybrid option (2 days maximum per week remote).
Position located in Cape Town. Call Gabi Traut on 083 274 5193.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
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