Allocation Assistant

Next Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer is looking for an Allocation Assistant in London. Responsibilities include tracking inventory orders, managing allocation plans, and determining stock levels for retail and digital. Candidates should have a desire to work in a fast-paced environment, teamwork ability, and experience with Excel. This position is full-time based in the Lipsy Head Office, offering competitive benefits including discounts and performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

25% off most NEXT products

10% off most partner brands

Company performance based bonus

Flexi-Hour Scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Desire to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team and individually.
• Experience using Excel.

Responsibilities

• Track inventory orders end to end from supplier into the Distribution Centre.
• Manage allocation plans end to end for the brand.
• Determine stock levels between retail and digital.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Time Management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Excel

Job description

Job Type: Allocation Assistant - Victoria Secret

Victoria’s Secret & Co. (VS&Co), through Victoria’s Secret and Victoria’s Secret PINK, is the world’s leading specialty retailer with over 1,400 stores globally.

About the Brand

We are a community of smart, passionate and committed people whose creativity, innovation and hard work fuel the world’s most recognised lingerie, apparel and beauty brands of VS&Co. We acknowledge your value and recognise that everyone has something unique to add to our brand and business.

We place the customer at the heart of everything we do. We dream big, embrace curiosity and creativity while always learning from our mistakes. We lead with integrity, trust, and respect to achieve the best outcomes as one team. We foster a culture where everyone belongs because we know our business thrives most when we look for, listen to, and amplify diversity, equity, and inclusion.

In 2021 Victoria’s Secret successfully launched a joint venture with NEXT Plc and VS&Co in the UK & IRE. With a growing portfolio of stores across the country and a successful online business on both victoriassecret.co.uk and next.co.uk, VS UK continues to develop a successful business while staying committed to the values of this truly iconic global brand.

Department Purpose

Without our Merchandisers, there would be no product on our website and in our stores! The Merchandising team ensures that we have the right products, in the right place, at the right time and in the right quantities. Responsible for maximizing the profitability of each line with great product placement, working closely with the planning side of the merchandising team, DC and Retail team.

Role Responsibilities

This role is responsible for maximizing the profitability of each line with great product placement, working closely with the planning side of the merchandising team, DC and Retail team. Track inventory orders end to end from supplier into the Distribution Centre and then out to both retail and digital channels.

Primary Responsibilities

• Track inventory orders end to end from supplier into the Distribution Centre and then out to both retail and digital channels
• Manage allocation plans end to end for your Brand, reviewing intake to support planning
• Determine the appropriate balance of stock levels between retail and digital by setting targets and monitoring sales to drive growth
• Participate in seasonal tiering and grading analysis to support width and depth of stock through our brands
• Support space changes within our retail fleet by assisting the team to make astute decisions, meet deadlines, sales targets, and VM requirements
• Use relevant analysis and reporting to optimise inventory flow within the DC
• Engage with different stakeholders across the business to understand the sizing strategy we offer to our customers
• Assist the team to prepare for Monday trade meetings
• Provide weekly stock availability reporting to the wider business
• Engage in store visits with the agility to react to business needs where required

Experience

• Desire to work in a fast paced retail environment
• Aware this role requires working as part of a team and also as an individual on different tasks and projects
• Experience using excel

Core Skills

• Communication
• Problem solving
• Time Management
• Multitasking
• Attention to detail
• Excel, Google and Microsoft Office

About us

We are the specialist retailer of fashion-inspired signature lingerie, sleepwear, athleisure and swim, as well as award-winning prestige fragrances and body care. Our associates are the core of our business and by bringing our brand values to life they create lifelong relationships with our customers and inspire a happy, healthy and inclusive workplace where we cherish our diversity.

While our job adverts outline ideal skills and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you do not meet every desired criteria but feel you have the skills and experience to thrive in this role as well as a genuine interest in working for Victoria’s Secret and you can demonstrate an alignment with core parts of the role and our values, we would encourage you to apply.

If you are looking to become part of a fun and dynamic team then apply today and become part of one of the most iconic brands in the world!

About you

What’s next

• 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (when purchased through NEXT)
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform
• Company performance based bonus
• Early VIP access to sale stock via Direct to Desk
• Life assurance
• Annual Travel Card Loan
• Fantastic L&D opportunities
• Flexi-Hour Scheme
• Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
• Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
• Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email [e-mail] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line).

Job Info

• Job Identification 73270
• Job Category Merchandising
• Posting Date 10/31/2025, 09:24 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Lipsy Head Office, London, London, W1T 7PL, GB