Merchandise Allocator (Fashion Retail) | Retail | M&S

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities Overview of the role: Allocator is responsible for sending stock to all the stores situated in different regions. He/she will be in charge to ensure that the merchandise bought for a season is allocated in accordance with Store Catalogue. His/her KPI is to ensure all stores are on full stock availability during launch of a season and during any new store openings. He/she is also responsible in making sure that the allocation of products is done based on appropriate size ratio set for each of the markets. He/she will be in charge of maintaining the master data file. What you will do:- Description of Accountability: Stock Allocation Season Launch allocation New Stores allocation Maintain stock levels based on sales (BTF adjustments) Stock consolidation when required Ensure 100% stock availability on Core lines Special allocation of stock to support special events System Maintenance/house keeping Accurate BTF setting Accurate Ratio setting Purchase order and Delivery order creation Update flagging in stock file Business Reports Generate accurate Reports Stock availability (buys vs GRN) Stock fulfilment (stores plan vs actual) Analysis Assist in updating the report Analyse availability Analyse plan option vs actual option Communication Assist in weekly store communication Assist in weekly trade communication Assist in creating picture planograms Desired Candidate Profile Required Skills to be successful: Excellent computer skills Advanced Excel skills Quick learner Attention to Detail Highly Numerate Good Communicator Optimistic Attitude Knowledge of SAP an additional advantage What equips you for the role: Bachelor Degree (Post Graduate with advertising background preferred) 3-4 years’ experience in Fashion retail industry as an allocator. Delighting Our Customers Collaboration Taking Initiative Drive for Results Good Personality Good communication skills (verbal and written) Able to work at pace with an impatience to get things done Resilient and driven, with the desire to succeed Passionate about their work with a can-do attitude Strong/excellent attention to detail Employment Type Full Time Company Industry Retail Department / Functional Area Merchandising & PlanningCategory Management Keywords Stock OptimizationMerchandise PlannerAssortment PlannerSupply Chain AnalystMerchandise CoordinatorRetail AllocatorRetail AnalyticsAllocation Analyst Get real-time job updates only on our App