Allocation Analyst jobs in the United States

Allocation Specialist / Division Planner

Onsite in Reynoldsburg, OH

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Allocation Specialist to join our planning team at a leading international women’s retailer. This role will support merchandise allocation across various product categories, specifically for the Travel Retail division, working with a diverse range of partners worldwide. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Regional Area Managers, Planning, and Operations teams to drive sales forecasts, manage inventory allocation, and optimize business outcomes in alignment with regional and global strategies.

Sales and Inventory Planning

• Collaborate with partners to align on Open-to-Buy (OTB) forecasts, ensuring a cohesive approach to category sales and allocation strategies.
• Utilize market trends and regional preferences to break down category sales and open-to-buy, supporting buy and allocation decisions.
• Maintain close relationships with Regional Area Managers and in-market teams to understand regional dynamics, seasonality, and special considerations.

Retail and Shipped Sales Forecasting

• Aggregate forecasts for retail and shipped sales across partners and brands, developing a Tops Down Forecast and comparing it with Regional Bottoms Up projections.
• Ensure alignment on merchandising strategies and market activities when building forecasts.

Reporting and Analysis

• Create standardized reports for cross-functional teams, including regional sales reports, product recaps, and inventory analysis.
• Identify inventory risks and opportunities by analyzing sales trends, recommending actionable steps to optimize results.

Experience

• 4-6 years in planning or allocation, ideally within a wholesale environment.
• Proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and deliver insights.
• Strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint; proficiency in retail math.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or Operations is required.

This role will contribute to the team’s overall planning efforts for over 30 travel retail partners. The successful candidate will bring a proactive, go-getter attitude, contributing positively to our commercial team and supporting partners with sales and shipment trends analysis.

If you are an analytical, motivated individual with a passion for retail and inventory planning, we encourage you to apply and be part of a dynamic team in a globally recognized brand!