Allocations Analyst

8 hours ago

Vancouver BC VB J, Canada Vessi Footwear Full time

Hybrid

Compensation: $55,000 to $65,000

We're looking for an analytical and experienced Allocations Analyst to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Merchandising, you will be responsible for the systematic distribution of merchandise from the warehouse locations to all sales channels (retail Job Description: Associate Merchant stores, e-commerce, wholesale). This role is critical in maximizing sales and profitability by ensuring the right product is placed in the right location at the right time, minimizing stock-outs, and optimizing inventory efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Inventory Allocation & Replenishment

  • Initial Allocation: Execute the initial distribution of new products and seasonal launches to stores based on sales history, store volume, capacity, and the strategic direction provided by the Merchandising team.
  • Replenishment Strategy: Manage and execute the weekly replenishment transfer orders (TOs) to maintain optimal inventory levels (presentation minimums and maximums) across all locations.
  • Order Management: Create, manage, and track Purchase Orders (POs), Transfer Orders (TOs) within the ERP system to facilitate product movement.

Analysis & Reporting

  • Performance Tracking: Analyze key allocation metrics, including in-stock percentage, days of coverage (DoC), and sell-through rates, providing weekly summaries and insights.
  • Capacity Planning: Monitor store capacity constraints and presentation requirements, adjusting allocations to prevent overstock situations and ensure effective visual merchandising execution.
  • Data Integrity: Ensure accurate inventory data is maintained in the allocation tools and ERP

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Warehouse & Logistics: Act as the primary liaison between the planning team and the warehouse/logistics partners to ensure receiving schedules, transfer schedules, and shipping priorities are aligned with business needs.
  • Retail Operations: Communicate upcoming allocations, shipment delays, and inventory issues directly to the Retail Operations team.
  • Merchandising Partnership: Provide feedback to the Merchandise Planner regarding demand forecasting, product performance, and opportunities for in-season inventory rebalancing.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum 1–3 years of experience in an Allocation, Inventory, Supply Chain, or highly analytical role within a retail environment. Footwear/Apparel experience is a plus.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, data modeling).
  • Experience working with Allocation and Planning software (e.g., JDA/Blue Yonder, Oracle, etc.) or a major ERP system (e.g., SAP, NetSuite).
  • Proven ability to analyze large datasets, make tactical decisions quickly, and prioritize actions based on sales performance and inventory risk.
  • Detail-Oriented: Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, crucial for managing system data and inventory flow.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present information clearly and influence cross-functional partners.

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