Allocation Planner

About the Role

The Inventory Planner is responsible for maximizing sales, margin and inventory of one or more departments through in-season allocation from DC to store/online, and effective and effective yield/GM management through promo/markdown management. Success in this position requires the ability to translate quantitative and qualitative data into actionable strategies; and the ability to build strong cross-functional partnerships with Merchandise Planning, Merchandising, Logistics, Store Operations, and the Field.

What You'll Do

•Drive the seasonal inventory allocation strategies that support the product, investment strategies, and commercial plan strategies
•Execute initial inventory releases; ensure consistent and profitable in-season replenishment.
•Within the purchase order process, inform team of divisional strategies for packing, pre-packs, size balancing and inventory balancing within multiple pools of inventory.
•Sponsor analysis and cross-functional partnerships that will identify and quantify size selling, geographic and store-attribute opportunities; ensure follow-through on execution of strategies.
•Drive profitability through leading and executing promotional and markdown strategies which align with divisional and brand financial goals
•Manage Basics forecast, allocation and service levels for one or more departments
•Serve as a brand SME for inventory process improvements and brand projects
•Drive profitability through leading and executing promotional and markdown strategies which align with divisional and brand financial goals.
•Deliver results through everyday management of the business that align to the overall brand strategy, resulting in increased earnings and financial success.

Who You Are

•Minimum 3 to 5 years inventory management experience
•Excellent verbal and writing skills in English is required, and in Japanese is preferred
•Four-year college degree or equivalent required

CORE COMPETENCIES:
•Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable recommendations to Drive for Results
•Keep Customer Focus in mind when making decisions
•Talent Builder: Ability to hire, train, develop, and motivate direct reports
•Collaboration & Influencing: Ability to build constructive relationships with a broad range of business partners; can present ideas and direction that lead others to action