You will manage the flow of stock and effectively distribute the stock to Stores 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 Assortment plan and Allocation matrix
Build and manage stock levels in Stores and Online
Recommend actions for stock issues, slow sellers, fast sellers
Set up, Review & Amend Replenishment Parameters 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
Reporting
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
Other
Conduct regular store visits & 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 Profile:
Analytical, Organized, Structured & Accurate
Team player, resilient, flexible
Willingness to learn & be exposed to new tasks or challenges
You like to look for Patterns, Problem solving & have a “Can Do” Attitude
Excel skills and numeric ability
Some experience within Merchandising &/or Retail 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!
Apply now with your CV or LinkedIn profile.
For this role, we’re not looking to work with external agencies.
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.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 manage the flow of stock and effectively distribute the stock to Stores 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 Assortment plan and Allocation matrix
Build and manage stock levels in Stores and Online
Recommend actions for stock issues, slow sellers, fast sellers
Set up, Review & Amend Replenishment Parameters 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
Reporting
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
Other
Conduct regular store visits & 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 Profile:
Analytical, Organized, Structured & Accurate
Team player, resilient, flexible
Willingness to learn & be exposed to new tasks or challenges
You like to look for Patterns, Problem solving & have a “Can Do” Attitude
Excel skills and numeric ability
Some experience within Merchandising &/or Retail 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!
Apply now with your CV or LinkedIn profile.
For this role, we’re not looking to work with external agencies.
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What We Do
Hunkemöller is committed to being a much-loved, social, and inclusive brand. We take pride in creating an environment where people not only love to work but also become true brand ambassadors.
Our purpose and values have undergone a transformation, our purpose is to inspire and empower women to be their most beautiful and authentic selves, together we lift each other up! Our values emphasize what we hold as fundamental to our brand identity: Empowering, Playful, In-touch, Inclusive, Inspiring, and Responsible. With these principles we are shaping our culture, steering our actions and aligning with our expanding dedication to setting industry benchmarks in inclusivity and responsibility through innovative and sustainable initiatives.
With a robust presence spanning over 900 stores across 15 countries, we are on a trajectory of continuous growth. Our commitment to World-Class service is not just a promise but a reflection of our ethos, extending seamlessly across channels and locations, including our upcoming opening of our state-of-the-art Distribution Center in Almere, aimed at stream-lining productivity, and boosting efficiency for our customers.
Hunkemöller proudly holds the prestigious title of TOP EMPLOYER in the Netherlands for 2024, marking seven consecutive years of winning, while Germany maintains a 5-year streak. In Denmark, we are back-to-back winners for the 2nd year, a testament to our unwavering commitment to our people and the utmost care we invest in our employees
