Allocator

GMG; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sports market is seeking an Allocation Manager to optimize product distribution across outlets. The role involves managing inventory, analyzing sales data, and collaborating with teams for effective merchandising strategies. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise to enhance operational efficiency and financial performance.

Qualifications

• 2 years in merchandising.
• 1 year in sports retail.
• Knowledge of inventory planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee allocation process within Sports Common business unit.
• Manage end-to-end allocation process, analyzing sales data.
• Collaborate with teams to monitor inventory levels.

Skills

Analytical Acumen

Communication

Inventory Management

Market Trend Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Degree in Merchandising

Postgraduate degree

Job description

The Ideal Candidate will oversee the allocation process within the Sports Common business unit, ensuring optimal product distribution across retail outlets under GMG. The role focuses on balancing inventory, aligning stock with consumer demand, and executing effective merchandising strategies. The incumbent will work closely with the Merchandising team to implement allocation plans that enhance the operational efficiency and financial performance of the Sports division.

The Candidate will manage the end-to-end allocation process for the Sports Common division, analysing sales data and planned inventory distribution. The incumbent will collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor inventory levels, ensuring alignment with sales targets and seasonal trends. The incumbent will generate data-driven reports to track performance and inform future allocation decisions. They will also ensure timely replenishment of products in high-performing outlets while addressing underperforming stock through redistribution strategies. The incumbent will oversee the adherence to GMG's allocation guidelines, implementing improvements based on market insights. They will support in evaluating promotional and markdown strategies to optimize stock turnover. The incumbent will also liaise with logistics to resolve any supply chain disruptions affecting product flow.

This role contributes meaningfully, whether through operational contributions and/or by offering specialized expertise, guidance, and support, to ensure alignment with either functional and/or strategic organizational goals and objectives.

The Candidate will leverage their expertise to deliver precise and actionable allocation insights. Their analytical acumen will be critical in identifying market trends and aligning stock availability accordingly. The incumbent will excel in inventory management, ensuring that GMG's outlets maintain optimal stock levels. Strong communication skills will enable the incumbent to coordinate effectively across teams. A deep understanding of the retail sports market will empower the incumbent to make strategic decisions that enhances GMG's competitive edge.

Educational Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business. Degree in Merchandising preferred. Postgraduate degree is advantageous.

Experience:

2 years in merchandising. 1 year in sports retail. Knowledge of inventory planning.