Allocator

Knix; Toronto; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Knix seeks an Allocator to lead the initial and ongoing distribution of inventory across stores, e-commerce, and emerging channels. Reporting to the Replenishment & Allocation team, you will ensure in-stock performance and revenue through smart allocation decisions.

You’ll analyse data, balance stock across CA/US stores and distribution centers, and collaborate with merchandising, planning, and operations to optimize flow and efficiency in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in retail allocation, merchandising, planning, or inventory management.
• Strong retail math and key metrics (sell-through, in-stock, GM, turnover).
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with allocation systems is a plus.
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Own initial and ongoing store allocations across channels.
• Execute allocation strategies for seasonal launches and new products.
• Balance inventory across stores, DCs (CA & US), and channels including e-commerce.
• Monitor sales performance, sell-through, and inventory levels to guide reallocations.
• Partner with Merchandising, Planning, and Replenishment to align with demand forecasts.
• Identify opportunities to reduce excess inventory and optimize SKU distribution.
• Maintain allocation systems and reporting for accuracy and speed.
• Provide reporting and insights on inventory movement and allocation effectiveness.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Data analysis

Inventory management

Excel skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

At Knix, we’re building products and experiences that support people in living unapologetically free. Behind that mission is a thoughtful, data-driven approach to getting the right product to the right place at the right time—and that’s where you come in.

As an Allocator, you’ll be responsible for the initial distribution and ongoing flow of inventory across stores, e-commerce, and emerging channels. Reporting to the Replenishment & Allocation team, you’ll ensure inventory is deployed effectively to maximize in-stock performance, sales, and inventory productivity across all channels.

• You’re analytical, detail-oriented, and highly comfortable working with data
• You understand how allocation decisions directly impact customer experience and sales performance
• You’re proactive and solution-oriented, always looking for ways to improve flow and efficiency
• You’re highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• You communicate clearly and collaborate well across merchandising, planning, and operations teams
• You’re comfortable navigating ambiguity and making decisions with imperfect information
• You’re energized by Knix’s mission and excited to help bring product to life for customers

• Own initial and ongoing store allocations, ensuring optimal distribution of inventory across all channels
• Execute allocation strategies that support seasonal launches, new product introductions, and in‑season performance
• Balance inventory across stores, distribution centers (CA & US), and channels including e-commerce, Amazon, and wholesale
• Monitor sales performance, sell‑through, and inventory levels to make timely reallocation and transfer recommendations for stores
• Partner with Merchandising, Planning, and Replenishment to align allocations with assortment and demand forecasts
• Identify and act on opportunities to improve in‑stock performance, reduce excess inventory, and optimize size and SKU distribution
• Maintain allocation systems, tools, and reporting to ensure accuracy, speed, and consistency
• Provide clear reporting and insights on inventory movement, store performance, and allocation effectiveness

• Previous experience in retail allocation, merchandising, planning, or inventory management
• Strong understanding of retail math and key metrics (sell‑through, in‑stock, WOS, inventory turn, GM)
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with allocation or inventory systems is an asset
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into action
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross‑functional teams
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑growth, and evolving environment

• $62,000 CAD annual salary and up