Allocation Analyst
Full-time 60000 - 67000 USD per-year-salaryJob Overview
The Allocation Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring that the right product gets to the right store at the right time. You’ll support the Planning & Merchandising teams by using data and trend analysis to drive inventory strategies, optimize product performance, and support the business goals across stores and e-commerce channels.
This is a great opportunity for someone who loves both fashion and numbers and wants to grow their career in retail analytics and merchandising.
This role operates on a hybrid schedule and will require to work from our HQ located in the City of Industry, CA three (3) days a week.
The Allocation Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring that the right product gets to the right store at the right time. You’ll support the Planning & Merchandising teams by using data and trend analysis to drive inventory strategies, optimize product performance, and support the business goals across stores and e-commerce channels.
This is a great opportunity for someone who loves both fashion and numbers and wants to grow their career in retail analytics and merchandising.
This role operates on a hybrid schedule and will require to work from our HQ located in the City of Industry, CA three (3) days a week.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Allocate initial and replenishment inventory to stores based on sales trends, store profiles, and product lifecycle.
- Analyze sales performance by SKU, style, and store to identify opportunities for inventory optimization.
- Partner with Planners and Buyers to support assortment decisions and allocation strategies.
- Monitor in-stock levels and take proactive steps to avoid out-of-stock or overstock situations.
- Manage store clustering and sizing strategies to improve store-specific assortments.
- Assist in the preparation of weekly reporting and post-mortem analysis to evaluate allocation effectiveness.
- Collaborate with the Distribution Center to ensure timely and accurate inventory flow.
- Maintain allocation systems and tools, ensuring data accuracy and workflow efficiency.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- 1 year of experience in allocation, planning, or merchandise analysis, preferably in retail or fashion; Bachelor degree preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency in Excel; experience with allocation systems (e.g., JDA, Oracle, or similar) is a plus.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Knowledge of SQL is a plus
- A passion for fashion, pop culture, and customer experience!