Skechers · 2 months ago
Retail Allocator
Manhattan Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$25/hr - $29/hrSkechers is a global Fortune 500® company headquartered in Southern California, known for its diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. The Retail Allocator will analyze merchandise sales and optimize inventory distribution to maximize sales and profitability while collaborating with various teams to inform allocation decisions.
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Responsibilities
Monitors and proactively adjusts store inventory by product category in response to sales performance, promotions, seasonal demands, and capacity constraints. Utilizes allocation software and systems to execute distribution plans efficiently and ensure consistent replenishment of product from distribution centers to stores
Fulfills open-to-ship targets on a weekly basis, following guidance on shipping priorities from regional store planners and merchandisers
Maintains inventory levels within each store, ensuring that on-hand inventory stays with 5% of target(s)
Establishes strong relationships with merchandising, planning, and store operations teams to gain product knowledge and ensure alignment on inventory goals and strategies. Collaborates with these teams to manage product life cycles and execute markdowns and consolidation of goods as needed under the supervision of a store planner
Analyzes sales data, trends, and merchandising plans to become an expert on assigned stores and to make informed allocation decisions. Prepares reports on sales and inventory performance as needed and communicates critical business insights to senior management
Works closely with the supply chain team and store operations team to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods to stores
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions using retail math
Attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with an ability to summarize complex ideas concisely and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across departments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel
Preferred
Experience with retail allocation software is preferred but not required (e.g., O9, Blue Yonder, Oracle Retail)
Experience in footwear retail is preferred but not required
Company
Skechers
Skechers is a Fortune 500® company — a growth-oriented brand that designs, develops, and markets a diverse product portfolio of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel and accessories for men, women and children around the globe.
Founded in 1992
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2025-05-05Acquired
2019-11-26Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1999-06-09IPO
Leadership Team
John Vandemore
Chief Financial Officer
Christopher Coye
Senior Vice President IT & CIO
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