Allocator

Aéropostale • Lyndhurst, NJ, US

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The Analyst - Allocation is responsible for maintaining appropriate inventory levels in our stores. They are responsible for initial allocations as well as replenishment of all goods. Allocators work closely with their cross-functional partners to identify and react to business needs.

Position Responsibilities :

Manage the financial success of one or more divisions / departments by meeting sales, gross margin and inventory productivity goals.
Analyze historical data and current trends to identify risks and opportunities by division / department / class / style, store, and size.
Devise executable strategies to achieve financial goals. Be able to clearly communicate to cross-functional teams.
Collaborate with Merchandising and Planning to replenish product levels in stores to support current forecast.
Ensure accurate and on-time initial allocation of new floor sets.
Manage inventory for all carry-forward styles at size to meet financial plan.
Analyze size selling at store level. Make recommendations to improve size ownership going forward.
Executing sizing and packing strategies to optimize size selling and operational efficiencies at the stores and distribution center.
Track all inbounding receipts and communicate to cross-functional teams of any possibility of late receipts.

Position Requirements :

At least one year of experience in Allocations and / or a few years of retail store experience

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Has strong sense of organization, priority, and time management skills

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Proven analytical skills and attention to detail

Ability to build, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with cross-functional team

Travel may be required, based on business needs.

Adhere to regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration. Job duties may be performed effectively using the hybrid work program designated by the company.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor as the company retains the right to change duties to this position.

Must have authorization to work in the United States.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to position offered and work experience. In addition to your salary, Catalyst Brands offers a benefits package, including health care (medical, prescription, dental, vision), company paid life insurance and long term disability, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off programs starting with minimum 15-days based on role, overtime pay (if hourly), flexible work schedule, and a generous employee discount program (all benefits are based on eligibility). Additional information regarding the benefits for this position can be found here : https : / / sparcbenefits.com / Candidate-Benefits-Highlights

Reasonable Accommodation

The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable qualified employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Catalyst Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law ("Protected Characteristics").

Physical Requirements

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours per day

Ability to constantly operate a computer, other office equipment and look at a monitor for up to 8 hours per day

Ability to clearly and accurately communicate and exchange information verbally, in writing, or through other means in person, telephonically, or through virtual communication methods

Ability to reach at or below shoulder level

Ability to carry equipment, move boxes / samples, etc.

For Stores & Distribution Centers

Bend, lift, open and move product and fixtures up to 50 lbs., as needed.

Please note that the deadline for submitting your application for this position is three weeks from the date the job posting was published.

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Allocator • Lyndhurst, NJ, US