Allocator (SO)

Key Responsibilities

Merchandise Plan

• Maximisestockavailabilitytothe customer
• Conductsku/storeanalysistodeterminestockallocationsper store
• Performeffectivestockallocationsacrossall stores
• Amendstockallocationsas requested
• Analysepastsalestrendstodeterminesuitablefuturestock allocations
• Identifyopportunitiestoincreasesalesthroughchangesinmerchandise allocations
• ProvideassistancetoAssistantPlannerandPlanner with inventory management
• Adviseonover/understockforadoptionintobuy/option/flow plans

StoreGrading’s& Assortments

• Performallocationsinaccordancewithagreedstore ranging
• Maintainmarkdownpriceconditionsanditemstatuswithin SAP
• Maintainreplenishment parameter loadsinSAP as directed
• Gatherandanalysestoreperformancewiththeviewofforwardstock requirements
• Understand and map individual store "DNA" to enhance the quality and quantity of stock that is allocated and managed by a single store

WorkplaceHealth& Safety

• Report using documented procedures, all work-related injuries and unsafe situations, including ‘near misses’toyourLineManager
• Abidebyallworkplacehealthandsafetypolicies& procedures

Stock Management

• Ensure accurate and timely entry of all data
• Adjust purchase orders and allocations in a timely manner
• Verify accountability on PO
• Ensure advertised stock is in required stores in time for promotion and any exclusions are advised to Buyer,Planner and BA's in a timely manner
• Review store inventory holding and action future allocations to improve the stock to sales ratio
• Manage in stock of product

• Ensure all compliance standards are met within the allocation role
• Maintain knowledge of ACCC procedures
• Participate in regular training and updates with the Compliance Manager
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws in all media/advertising

General

• Perform all other duties as assigned

Capability Profile

• Qualification in Business with a major in Accounting or Finance (desirable)

• Knowledge of the Planning process
• Relationship Building
• High Responsibility
• Attention to detail
• Operational expertise using a merchandise management system

• Previous allocation experience is an advantage
• Previous store retail experience to understand stock flow cycles and impacts
• Intermediate experience using Excel (essential)
• Proven experience analysing data and numbers

Competency

Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed

Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message

Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.

Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions ; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences