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About 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 are done based on appropriate size ratio set for each of the markets. He/she will be in charge of maintaining the master data file.

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

About You

Minimum Experience

Minimum 1 Year Experience in Fashion retail industry as an allocator

Job-Specific Skills

• Excellent computer skills
• Advanced Excel skills
• Quick learner
• Attention to Detail
• Highly Numerate
• Good Communicator
• Optimistic Attitude
• Knowledge of SAP an additional advantage

Behavioral Competencies

• Delighting Our Customers
• Collaboration 
• Taking Initiative
• Drive for Results