Senior Allocation Planner

As a Senior Allocation Planner, you will be responsible for the strategic distribution of both seasonal and permanent inventory across all retail locations. You will manage the initial allocation of seasonal products and execute replenishment strategies to ensure optimal inventory levels that align with financial targets and business objectives. You will collaborate closely with Buying and Retail teams to maximize sales opportunities and drive inventory efficiency.

• Manage in-season replenishment and inventory rebalancing to maximize sell-through.
• Recommend and execute transfers based on regional performance or product demand.
• Evaluate assortment changes and update allocation parameters and store profiles.
• Perform detailed style, color, and size analyses to identify opportunities at the store level.
• Develop and maintain weekly reporting on sales trends and allocation execution.
• Analyze store and product performance to inform reallocation and inventory optimization strategies.
• Provide post-season analysis to inform future allocation strategies and buying decisions.
• Mentor and support junior team members and foster a positive work environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Merchandising, or related field, or relevant experience.
• 4-6 years of retail planning, allocation, or merchandise experience.
• Strong commercial mindset and results-driven approach.
• Proven business acumen with the ability to analyze trends and translate insights into strategies.
• Highly organized and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and adaptability to new systems and tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.