Primary Purpose of Role The Merchandise Allocator is responsible for: • Facilitating the allocation and replenishment of merchandise by SKU • Determining, reviewing, and maintaining optimum stock levels at the distribution centre and the retail stores • Support the Planners in the replenishment and allocation of stock in line with brand strategy Key Skills Qualifications and Experience Prerequisite Skills: • Demonstrated experience in a similar merchandising role • Sound knowledge of footwear and fashion distribution and supply principles • Intermediate to advance knowledge of Microsoft Excel • Excellent communication, numerical and analytical skills • High level of attention to detail • Ability to take a proactive approach and think strategically • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team Education/Qualifications/Memberships: • Fashion Degree or similar an advantage Preferred Experience: • Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in • merchandising allocations • Previous experience in the retail environment is an advantage • Proven ability to understand data and analytics and able to provide recommendations as a result • A good understanding of merchandise and inventory basics Key Result Areas and Key Responsibilities A. Operational Excellence • Facilitate the allocation and replenishment of merchandise by SKU. • Ensure accurate model stocks in auto • replenishment to reduce ‘out-of-stocks’. • Coordinate inter-store transfers of merchandise. • Analyse product flow and sales trends to accurately forecast future product needs. • Analyse sales trends and identifying opportunities and risks. • Monitor and manage receipts and deliveries into store and DC. • Manage and co-ordinate new stores stock package. • Assist the Planner in the pre-season planning process and grid quantifications using quantitative and qualitative information. • Additional ad hoc duties as required B. Store Support • Ensure stores are at the forefront of all activity in relation to merchandising and stock allocation processes. • Address store enquires regarding stocks/deliveries. C. Reporting and administration • Weekly reporting as required. • Ensure data integrity in data systems. • Adhere to all relevant compliance standards. • General administrative duties required to support the team.