Allocation Analyst

About the role

Allocators are responsible for managing the optimal deployment of fashion (non-schematic) merchandise to the stores within their assigned Category(s). The primary goal of the Allocator is to achieve an optimum inventory level within the distribution centers and stores through managing inventory turn disparity across volume groups for each of their category(s) seasons in order to maximize sales and profitability. Incumbents in this position are responsible for embracing Family Dollar's store-centric commitment to customers, customer service, inventory productivity, and sales.

Responsibilities

• Manage fashion inventory deployment strategy and results for approximately 700–1,000 SKUs with sales totaling $110–150 million annually.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide detailed understanding of allocation execution strategy and guide understanding of merchant's assortment vision.
• Monitor fashion inventory held in distribution centers to ensure timely allocation of seasonal merchandise to meet all sales and turn goals.
• Assign optimal volume grades to stores.
• Collaborate closely with merchandise partners post-season to provide post-season analytics for each category.
• Work directly with the New Store Team and merchants to determine seasonal assortment set for new stores for assigned categories.
• Deliver results on assigned cross-functional projects with significant company impact.
• Represent allocations in cross-functional weekly meetings.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Office work environment, 40+ work hours per week.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university, or Associate's Degree with additional experience/training preferred.

Experience

• One (1) or more years of retail store experience and/or merchandise allocation experience desirable.

Job Related Skills

• Ability to prioritize and organize workload
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Capable of meeting stringent deadlines
• Effective communication skills

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to develop, manipulate, format, and share spreadsheets for analysis
• SQL, Retek, and MicroStrategy experience preferred

Pay

Projected salary range: $51,000–$64,500 with annual bonus opportunity.

Schedule

Full-time.

Location: 510 Volvo Parkway, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320. Department: Inventory Management, Family Dollar.