The Allocator is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Merchandise Strategy by conducting store and merchandise-related analysis. They liaise with suppliers, stores, and the Distribution Centre regarding stock levels, deliveries, and general queries, ensuring effective stock management and timely delivery of stock.Responsibilities
- Store Assortment/Profiling: Understand the unique nuances of different Fabiani stores to tailor product mixes to build an assortment plan aligned with strategic store requirements.
- New Stores: Develop new store plans and ensure balanced assortment/ opening readiness. Collaborate with both DC and retail operations to deliver new door opening.
- Current Trade: Analyse store KPIs and lead discussions to maximize store sales, clearance, and space. Collaborate on in-season store sales re-forecasting with merchandise planners. Convert store sales plans to stock plans and report variances for further analysis.
- Stock Distribution: Execute the daily allocation of new merchandise and replenishment of core lines across all stores, ensuring stock levels align with store capacity and sales potential.
- Stock Management: Maintain optimal stock-to-sales ratios. Collaborate with the DC teams to ensure timely delivery and resolve any discrepancies.
- Planning Support: Assist the planning and buying teams during seasonal
reviews by providing data on size curves and category performance.
- Pre-season Store Strategy: Develop seasonal strategies aligned with previous seasons' learnings and growth opportunities.
Qualifications
- Tertiary Qualification in Retail, Business Science, Commerce, or a related analytical field.
- Experience: 2-3 years of experience in a retail allocation or distribution role is preferred, though high-potential graduates will be considered.
Skills:
- Strong business acumen with proven negotiation and decision-making abilities.
- Proficient in Excel and ERP software.
- Well-rounded with excellent organizational and planning skills.
- Exceptional communication skills and a great team player.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
Behaviours:
- Communicates Effectively - conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
- Customer Focus - understands, anticipates, and meets the needs and expectations of customers
- Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
- Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
- Tech Savvy - leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth
Prefence will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated group in terms of Employment Equity Act
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About Company
Our Premium menswear brand, Fabiani has great equity and is loved by both local and international customers since 1978. Our customers trust Fabiani to live their best life in style.
Company
Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.
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