Allocator

Main Duties

Reporting & Analysis

• Produce and maintain Daily Sales Reports, Weekly Sales Reports, and Weekly Sales Presentations.
• Prepare Seasonal Reports (monthly) and Showroom Recap Reports.
• Generate and analyse Sales Extracts and Stock Extracts.
• Track and summarize historical best sellers and worst sellers for seasonal reference.
• Provide Visual Overview / Key Looks Documents and maintain Marketing Tracker updates.
• Assist in forecasting tools development and Product Life Cycle analysis.

Stock Management & Allocation

• Manage allocations (Pre-Launch & In-Season) to ensure correct stock levels by channel.
• Conduct Consolidations three times per season.
• Oversee ATS (Available to Sell) management in coordination with Production and In-Season requirements.
• Handle reorder & replenishment management to ensure best sellers are consistently available.
• Coordinate Transfers (Ad Hoc) and monitor central stock holdings for both Wholesale and Retail businesses.
• Collaborate with Logistics and Direct Channels on stock management to ensure smooth flow of goods.
• Administer Clothing Allowance stock, including freezing and allocating specific units as needed.

Range & Buy Planning

• Support the Range Plan and Buy Plan process with product and sales insights.
• Assist with New Store Openings (Retail & Wholesale), providing product selection and allocation support.
• Manage Pricing updates and ensure accuracy across systems.
• Contribute to Capsule Collection tracking and tracker updates.

Data & System Management

• Maintain clean and accurate data in Airtable and other reporting systems.
• Support the development of forecasting and sales planning tools in collaboration with the Merchandising Manager.
• Maintain an up-to-date and comprehensive library of historical data for reference and analysis.

Skills and Experience Required

• Entry-level to middleweight industry experience in an Allocator, Merchandise Assistant, or Planning role (fashion industry preferred).
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel and data reporting capabilities; experience with Airtable or similar tools advantageous.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive problem solver with a commercial mindset.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.