Job Description

AllocatorA clothing manufacturer in Durban North is looking for an Allocator to join their team. This role involves analyzing sales patterns, inventory levels, and seasonal demand to optimize product allocation, improve sell-through rates, and minimize stock-outs and overstock situations. The Merchandise Allocator is responsible for managing product distribution across stores, ensuring that the right products are available in the right quantities at the right locationsDuties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for optimising sales by ensuring stores are stocked with the right amount of product at the right time
• Identifying opportunities and proposing these to the Planner
• Identify and report under / over stocked stores weekly to planner with action plan
• Prepare consolidations as required as per the consolidations SOP and report to all key stakeholders
• Prepare Post allocation report weekly
• Action post allocations weekly
• Action new item allocations according to grading templates and historical performance depending on the time in the season
• Action replenishment allocations according to store needs from post and new deliveries
• Prepare templates and action new initiative allocations according to performance and presentation stock by store grade
• Responsible for GRNs
• Prepare store grading every 3 months and present to planner
• Communicate and support stores with queries and to help process recalls/ consolidations and direct transfers
• Anticipate weekly deliveries for the beginning of each week in order to plan allocations timeously
• Ensure they manage the truck schedule for their departments in order to hit DC deadlines
• Ad hoc analysis as and when required by key stakeholders
• Work closely with the Merchandising, Buying, and Planning teams to develop allocation strategies aligned with business goals and seasonal trends
• Actively participate in team meetings and have a good understanding of product and store performance
• Maintain key parameters and store grids and store lists for Pattern

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Min 3-5 yrs allocating in the retail sector as an allocator (apparel/ access / footwear is preferable)
• Matric required - some tertiary qualification would be advantageous
• Must be able to handle a pressurised environment
• Need to be accountable, reliable and show leadership ability
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with inventory management systems; familiarity with retail analytics software is a plus

Key Competencies

• Problem-Solving:

• Ability to anticipate challenges, analyze data, and develop solutions to improve allocation efficiency.
• Organizational Skills:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability:

• Comfortable working in a dynamic retail environment with frequent adjustments to allocation and inventory needs.
• Analytical Skills:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and make strategic allocation decisions.
• Attention to Detail:

• Excellent attention to detail to manage stock levels accurately and proactively address issues.
• Communication Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders

Package & RemunerationMarket Related based on experience and skillscatherine@dynamicoutlook.co.za or janice@dynamicoutlook.co.zaJob Category: Clothing RetailJob Type: Full TimeJob Location: Durban

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