Analyst Allocations DTC

• Exercises independent judgment in determining appropriate stock levels by analyzing current business trends and forecasts for each store and product type
• Optimize product orders with consideration for several parameters, including, but not limited to store’s physical capacity, store’s daily receiving capacity, and distribution centers’ production capacity
• Develop and execute product flow plans by considering distribution schedules, inventory capacity constraints and sales plans
• Work closely with Merchandising, Planning and Store Operations teams to ensure merchandise strategies are executed in a timely manner
• Orders are executed or adjusted based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, promotional changes, marketing initiatives, etc
• Collaborate with and influence multiple stakeholders to execute launches of new styles as inventory becomes available
• In depth analysis of store activity against strategic plan to identify variances and opportunities
• Issue transfers as needed to capitalize on top sellers and/or to ensure stores have capacity to continue receiving goods
• Leveraging historic product data and input from field to identify store-specific trends and upcoming events that would influence allocations
• Assist in various tasks, including store support for special projects
• Analyze sales to stock ratios to ensure stores have the correct balance of inventory
• Ensure purchase orders are completely fulfilled and shipped in a timely manner

• 2+ years retail experience preferred
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Prior analytical experience
• Ability to resolve or effectively escalate issues
• Ability to handle multiple demands calmly and efficiently, while maintaining high attention to detail
• Must be self-motivated and a team player
• Ability to exercise independent judgement, with sound decision making skills
• Must be able to multitask and be extremely organized

Bonus