Allocator

Crew Clothing Company; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Discount

Uniform allowance

Pension scheme

Refer a Friend scheme

Training and career development

Supportive and rewarding culture

Job summary

Crew Clothing Company in Kingston-Upon-Thames is seeking an Allocation/Merchandising Assistant to manage stock allocations and delivery planning. You will input initial allocation data, set up schedules with suppliers and analyse store performance to balance product offers across all shops.

The role requires strong numerical and Excel skills, precise data handling, and excellent communication to liaise with stores, distribution and suppliers. Hybrid working pattern applies.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical skills with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Solid Excel and IT skills for data handling and analysis.
• Understanding of distribution and stock management principles.
• High level of accuracy and strong communication.
• Excellent organisation and ability to meet deadlines.
• Capable of working independently and in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Allocate and manage stock levels to plan per grading strategy.
• Input initial allocation parameters on the system.
• Set up and manage delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Conduct branch merchandising analysis and adjust product mix.
• Build opening stock packages for new stores.
• Progress chase orders and maintain supplier relationships.
• Maintain regular contact with stores and handle stock transfers when needed.
• Produce sales, stock, profit and trend analysis as required.
• Process orders, update deliveries and keep records updated.
• Liaise with distribution, stores and suppliers; perform ad-hoc duties.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Independent and team work

Education

Graduate level

Retail supervisory background

Tools

Microsoft Excel

IT skills

Job description

DescriptionAllocatorKingston-Upon-Thames (4 days in office, 1 day from home) 37.5 hours per week

At Crew Clothing, we believe clothes are about so much more than “just clothes”. Designed with the spirit of the south coast in every stitch, our crossed oars are a mark of timeless British style. These are clothes for life’s best moments. We believe in collaboration, kindness and creativity, in celebrating our successes and championing our customer at every step of the way. From ’93 to now, people have been at the heart of everything we do. It’s in our name – Crew.

Responsibilities

• Allocate and manage stock levels to plan in line with grading strategy.
• Input initial allocation parameters on the system.
• To set up and manage delivery schedules, working with suppliers to achieve high launch availability.
• Carry out regular branch merchandising analysis and take action to maintain balanced product offer in all stores.
• Build opening stock packages for new stores.
• Progress chase orders and build relationships with suppliers.
• Maintain regular contact with stores directly and carry out stock transfers when necessary.

Analysis / Administration

• Produce sales, stock, profit and trend analysis as required by Merchandiser.
• Process orders and update deliveries.
• Maintain data and keep all records updated.
• Liaise with distribution, stores and suppliers
• Carry out any ad-hoc duties to support to the department as and when required.

Commercial Awareness

• Keen interest in product, trends and market activity.
• Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of the Crew market and target client base.

KeySkills and Experience Essential

• Strong numerical skills.
• Good Microsoft Excel and IT skills.
• An understanding of the principles of distribution and stock management.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong levels of communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Capable of working to tight deadlines.
• Ability to prioritise and work well under pressure.
• Dedicated and responsible approach to job role.
• Ability to work both independently and within a small team.

Desirable

• Graduate level or from retail background at supervisory level.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Keen to progress on the Merchandising career path.

What we can offer you:

• Staff Discount
• Uniform allowance
• Pension scheme
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Training and career development
• Supportive and rewarding culture

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