Company overview:
A a progressive luxury house and through collaboration and curiosity, we set high aspirations and strive for excellence. We value everyone’s contribution and embrace feedback to develop ourselves and others. We aim to minimize our environmental impact across all our operations and to address societal challenges in the way we conduct our business. We are currently looking for an Allocator to join the Planning department. If you have a strong analytical and action oriented profile, and are looking for an exciting role in a high paced international environment there is an opportunity for you to join us on our journey forward.
Job description:
The ideal candidate is business minded, very analytical with great care for detail and have solid experience in the luxury fashion industry. The role will support the Buying & Planning team through all product life cycle: pre- and in-season allocation, stock & sales analysis and off-price objectives.
Tasks will include, but not be limited to:
- Weekly reporting and review of sales and stock opportunities for both full- and off-price stores.
- Weekly process of allocation & replenshipment to all storesin APAC
- Monitor incoming orders and take action to ensure allocation to all channels is optimized and in time for launch or high commercial periods.
- Manage stock reservations, update sales orders and transfers on retail system.
- Move stock between regional warehouses based on forecasted demand. Limiting number of shipments with better forecasting to reduce cost and environmental impact.
- Work on redistribution of stock between channels and stores to increase sales, maintain seasonal messegaes and inhence the client experience.
- Monthly review of discount levels in off-price channel and suggest actions based on analysis.
- Preparation of stock offer, visual files and order & delivery follow up with external partners.
- Support with any ongoing team projects, collaborating with other departments effectively.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- BA or MA degree in Business / Economics / Fashion
- Knowledge and interest in the luxury fashion industry, previous retail and/or fashion experience is considered an advantage
- At least 3 years experience in similar role in luxury fashion industry, full category experience is preferred
- Highly analytical and confident in using Excel
- A team player with very good communication skills
- Fluency in English language is an essential requirement
- Organized, detail-oriented and accurate, ability to multi task and prioritise.