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Working as an Allocator within the Branch Merchandising function which is part of the Merchandising and Planning department you will contribute to ensure the optimum stock levels are maintained in all locations, Offline and Online, to maximize sales and profit.

You will m anage the flow of stock and effectively distribute the stock to S tores and Ecommerce channels. The allocator monitors category and stores sales, manages and resolves store queries, creates reports and recommends actions to improve stock availability and individual store performance.

Reporting to the Branch Merchandiser within the Branch Merchandising Team , working closely with Product Merchandising teams , Buying, Logistics, Retail and Omni - channel team (s) .

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Allocation & Stock Management

• Allocate initial stock to stores based on the A ssortment plan and A llocation matrix

• Build and manage stock levels in S tores and O nline

• Recommend actions for stock issues, slow sellers, fast sellers

• Set up , R eview & A mend R eplenishment P arameters and styles eligibility to ensure the correct stock is being allocated to the correct country/channel

• Responsible for building New Store Opening Stock Packages

• Propose and implement inter store transfers and movement of stock to achieve optimal stock balances

• Produce Daily/Weekly/Monthly reports as required

• Working with the Product Merchandising Team, recommend changes to the future quarterly plan, based upon current performance

• Create analysis on Country/Channel/Location performance at department/category or sub category level with the aim of highlighting opportunities or risks and propose appropriate actions to maximize opportunities & mitigate risks

• Conduct regular s tore v isits & main frequent contact with Store & Omni-Channel teams

• Collaborate with Logistics team to ensure the correct flow of goods

• Participate in weekly team meetings on trading

Ideal P rofile:

• Analytical, O rganized , S tructured & A ccurate

• Team player, resilient, flexible

• Willingness to learn & be exposed to new tasks or challenges

• You like to look for Patterns , Problem solv ing & have a "Can Do" Attitude

• E xcel skills and numeric ability

• Some experience within M erchandising &/or R etail preferable but not essential

• Some experience in retail allocation systems would be a plus

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment

Together Tomorrow - Join a Retailer that's on the move to be better for our planet, better for people, better together! From diversity & inclusion, reducing waste, to product care and how we work with our suppliers, our Together Tomorrow initiative reflects what we do and helps drive change across our business. Ready to help us achieving our ambitious goals? Wherever you'll start working with us, if in Stores or our HQs, you can contribute!

For this role, we're not looking to work with external agencies.

You will m anage the flow of stock and effectively distribute the stock to S tores and Ecommerce channels. The allocator monitors category and stores sales, manages and resolves store queries, creates reports and recommends actions to improve stock availability and individual store performance.

Reporting to the Branch Merchandiser within the Branch Merchandising Team , working closely with Product Merchandising teams , Buying, Logistics, Retail and Omni - channel team (s) .

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Allocation & Stock Management

• Allocate initial stock to stores based on the A ssortment plan and A llocation matrix

• Build and manage stock levels in S tores and O nline

• Recommend actions for stock issues, slow sellers, fast sellers

• Set up , R eview & A mend R eplenishment P arameters and styles eligibility to ensure the correct stock is being allocated to the correct country/channel

• Responsible for building New Store Opening Stock Packages

• Propose and implement inter store transfers and movement of stock to achieve optimal stock balances

• Produce Daily/Weekly/Monthly reports as required

• Working with the Product Merchandising Team, recommend changes to the future quarterly plan, based upon current performance

• Create analysis on Country/Channel/Location performance at department/category or sub category level with the aim of highlighting opportunities or risks and propose appropriate actions to maximize opportunities & mitigate risks

• Conduct regular s tore v isits & main frequent contact with Store & Omni-Channel teams

• Collaborate with Logistics team to ensure the correct flow of goods

• Participate in weekly team meetings on trading

Ideal P rofile:

• Analytical, O rganized , S tructured & A ccurate

• Team player, resilient, flexible

• Willingness to learn & be exposed to new tasks or challenges

• You like to look for Patterns , Problem solv ing & have a "Can Do" Attitude

• E xcel skills and numeric ability

• Some experience within M erchandising &/or R etail preferable but not essential

• Some experience in retail allocation systems would be a plus

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment

Together Tomorrow - Join a Retailer that's on the move to be better for our planet, better for people, better together! From diversity & inclusion, reducing waste, to product care and how we work with our suppliers, our Together Tomorrow initiative reflects what we do and helps drive change across our business. Ready to help us achieving our ambitious goals? Wherever you'll start working with us, if in Stores or our HQs, you can contribute!

For this role, we're not looking to work with external agencies.

Benefits are subject to the country where you are applying. Please visit the respective country website of the vacancy you are applying for, to learn more about our benefits.

WE OFFER YOU

You will get 25 holidays per annum, based on a fulltime role.

BUY & SELL DAYS

Every year in April, you will be eligible to buy or sell additional vacation days.

Benefit from the flexibility of working from home, ensuring you can maintain productivity from anywhere. We have a 60:40 policy based on your working hours.

Continuous learning opportunities and professional growth are supported through various training programs and workshops.

Our products are much loved with our employees. As part of the brand, you will receive a discount of 25% on all Hunkemoller products. On some Mondays we have an additional sale on our newest collections. On top of the 25% discount, you will receive an additional 25 - 35% discount.

WORK FROM ABROAD

Get the opportunity to work from abroad for up to 2 weeks!

WE OFFER YOU

Benefit from the flexibility of working from home, ensuring you can maintain productivity from anywhere. We have a 60:40 policy based on your working hours.

BUY & SELL DAYS

Every year in April, you will be eligible to buy or sell additional vacation days.

Continuous learning opportunities and professional growth are supported through various training programs and workshops.

You will get 25 holidays per annum, based on a fulltime role.

25-55% STAFF DISCOUNT

Our products are much loved with our employees. As part of the brand, you will receive a discount of 25% on all Hunkemoller products. On some Mondays we have an additional sale on our newest collections. On top of the 25% discount, you will receive an additional 25 - 35% discount.

WORK FROM ABROAD

Get the opportunity to work from abroad for up to 2 weeks!

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