Role Overview

Responsibilities

The portfolio entails the strategic inbound and outbound management of inventory from supplier through the DC and finally to stores.
Allocators are also responsible for formulating and executing a merchandise distribution strategy, as well as act as a point of contact for stores and operations for product requirements and require dedicated administration.
Working with Planners and Buyers to fully implement the Merchandise Strategy
Store and merchandise-related (style and sizing) analysis
Monitoring the delivery of stock and take appropriate action
Replenishment management
Effective communication with stores & Operations.
Monitoring product performance to take appropriate action
Regular store visits where appropriate

Requirements

Matric essential (+ Relevant Tertiary Qualification)
Experience Required
A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed and strategic approach to work
Excels at data analysis and the ability to draw inferences
Strong business acumen and merchant thinking

Skills:

Must have excellent skills with MS Office (Excel at an intermediate level) and/or other Business Intelligence Tools/ Planning Tools
Analytical Processes
Commercial Acumen
Planning & Organising
Policy & Procedures
Market Research and Analysis
Supplier Management
Strategic eCommerce

Behaviours:

Drives Results - sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
Situational Adaptability - effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

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