Cremorne VIC, Australia

PUMA Gruppe; Australia; Remote; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

PUMA Australia in Melbourne is seeking an Allocator to join our Retail Planning team. You’ll manage inventory allocation across stores, using sales and stock insights to optimise stock availability and support commercial outcomes.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in Allocation or related retail roles, strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP) and exposure to ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or JDA. A fast-paced, collaborative environment awaits.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in Allocation, Merchandise Planning, Inventory Management or a related retail function.
• Experience in fast-paced, multi-site retail environment.
• Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and data analysis.
• Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JDA or similar.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capability.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of inventory allocation activities across the retail network.
• Allocate products to stores using sales and inventory insights.
• Review stock levels and identify allocation opportunities.
• Respond to changing sales trends and trading performance.
• Support stock optimisation across the store network.
• Maintain replenishment processes and resolve stock shortages and overstock risks.
• Support timely replenishment of key and promotional product lines.
• Optimise inventory availability across stores.

Skills

Analytical

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JDA

Job description

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine.

At PUMA, we're driven by one simple belief: Forever Faster. As one of the world's leading sports brands, we create moments that inspire athletes, teams and communities across the globe.

We're looking for an analytical and commercially minded Allocator to join our Retail Planning team. In this role, you'll be at the heart of ensuring the right products reach the right stores at the right time, helping to maximise sales, enhance the customer experience and drive inventory performance across our retail network.

If you love working with data, enjoy solving complex inventory challenges and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, this is an opportunity to build your career with a globally recognised brand.

The Opportunity

As an Allocator, you'll play a critical role in managing inventory flow across our retail stores. Working closely with Planning, Merchandising, Retail Operations and Logistics teams, you'll use data and insights to make allocation decisions that support commercial outcomes and deliver exceptional stock availability.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their planning or merchandise career who wants to develop deep retail planning expertise within a high-performing and collaborative team.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll take ownership of inventory allocation activities and contribute to broader retail performance initiatives, including:

Inventory Allocation

You'll ensure stock is allocated effectively across the retail network based on sales performance, store capacity and customer demand.

Allocate products to stores using sales and inventory insights

Review stock levels and identify allocation opportunities

Respond to changing sales trends and trading performance

Support stock optimisation across the store network

You'll help maintain healthy inventory levels by monitoring replenishment performance and taking proactive action where needed.

Manage and maintain replenishment processes

Identify and resolve stock shortages and overstock risks

Support timely replenishment of key and promotional product lines

Optimise inventory availability across stores

Product Launch & Seasonal Support

You'll play an important role in launching new products and supporting key trading periods.

Execute allocations for new product launches and campaigns

Support seasonal events and promotional activity

Analyse allocation effectiveness and identify learnings

Contribute to process and system improvements

Stakeholder Collaboration

Success in this role comes from building strong relationships across the business.

Partner closely with Planning, Merchandising and Retail teams

Liaise with stores regarding inventory needs and performance

Work with Logistics teams to resolve supply and delivery issues

Support cross-functional business initiatives

Reporting & Analysis

You'll leverage data to uncover trends, monitor performance and inform future decisions.

Analyse sales and inventory performance

Track key allocation and stock-health metrics

Produce regular reporting and insights

Identify opportunities to improve profitability and stock efficiency

What Success Looks Like

You'll be measured on your ability to drive strong inventory outcomes, including:

Sales and sell-through performance

Gross margin achievement

Stock turn and inventory health

Allocation accuracy and efficiency

About You

We're looking for someone who combines analytical capability with strong commercial awareness and a genuine passion for retail.

You’ll bring:

1-2 years' experience in Allocation, Merchandise Planning, Inventory Management or a related retail function

Experience working within a fast-paced, multi-site retail environment

Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and data analysis

Exposure to allocation, planning or ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JDA or similar

Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong communication and stakeholder management capability

A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach

Experience within fashion, sportswear, footwear, lifestyle or consumer goods retail will be highly regarded.

Why Join PUMA?

At PUMA, you'll join a business where performance, innovation and collaboration are part of everyday life.

Career growth opportunities within a global sports brand

A collaborative and high-performing team environment

Exposure to leading retail planning practices

Flexible and dynamic workplace culture

Employee discounts on PUMA products

The opportunity to contribute to a brand recognised around the world

If you're looking to accelerate your career in retail planning and inventory management while working with one of the world's most iconic sports brands, we'd love to hear from you.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.

There's sport to do and sport to experience all around in Melbourne! Bring in your dedication and fun-loving attitude, and we're good to go.