Senior Retail Allocator, EMEA

On Ag; Zürich; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

On is seeking a Senior Retail Allocator in Zürich to blend analytical thinking with commercial understanding to optimize inventory across stores. This role sits at the intersection of planning, retail, and operations and supports moving toward data-driven, AI-powered allocation decisions.

You will collaborate with Retail, Planning, Supply Chain, and Data teams to deploy next-generation allocation capabilities across the region, driving stock health and availability while communicating clearly

Qualifications

• 4+ years in Retail Allocation, Retail Planning, or Retail Analytics within apparel, footwear or lifestyle brands.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and key retail KPIs (sell-through, stock cover, size performance).
• Able to identify risks and opportunities early and act accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Support shift from forecast-driven to demand-led replenishment using data and system insights to refine allocation decisions over the season.
• Contribute to the transition to a fully AI-powered allocation system and act as a reference for best practices in allocation.
• Analyze sales, stock, and size performance at SKU and store level, identifying missed sales opportunities and stock imbalances.
• Manage allocation and replenishment to ensure the right product is in the right place by monitoring performance and adjusting flows based on sales and stock.
• Support communication between central and local teams with clear, positive communication.

Skills

Retail Allocation

Retail Planning

Retail Analytics

Job description

At a GlanceAs a Senior Retail Allocator, you will combine strong analytical thinking with commercial understanding to ensure inventory is positioned effectively across stores. You will work at the intersection of planning, retail, and operations—helping the business move toward more data-driven and AI-powered, responsive allocation decisions.You will contribute to improving how inventory is managed across the region—supporting better product availability, reducing inefficiencies, and enabling more responsive decision-making. This role offers the opportunity to work on modern allocation capabilities while staying close to the commercial reality of the business.Meet the TeamThis is a unique opportunity to help shape and scale a modern allocation function within a fast-growing brand. You will play a key role in deploying and operating next-generation allocation capabilities, supporting the business across the whole EMEA region.You will collaborate closely with Retail, Planning, Supply Chain, and Data teams to ensure inventory supports business performance across diverse markets, and act as a key partner between merchandising, retail and operations.Your MissionSupport the shift from forecast-driven to demand-led replenishment by using data and system insights to refine allocation decisions over the seasonContribute to the transition to a fully AI-powered allocation system and act as a point of reference for best practices in allocationAnalyze sales, stock, and size performance at SKU and store level, as well as identify missed sales opportunities and stock imbalances, providing actionable insights to improve performanceManage allocation and replenishment to ensure the right product is in the right place by monitoring performance and adjusting flows based on sales and stock levels, while supporting store level executionSupport communication between central and local teams, through clear and positive communication - being able to simplify complex topicsYour Story4+ years in Retail Allocation, Retail Planning, or Retail Analytics experience, within apparel, footwear or lifestyle brandsStrong analytical mindset with attention to detail and strong understanding of retail KPIs (sell-through, stock cover, size performance)Experience with next generation AI-powered allocation systemsAble to identify risks and opportunities early and act accordinglyOpen to change, with a continuous improvement mindsetWhat We OfferOn is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.