Allocator (12m FTC)

The Inside Job; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Allocator to drive commercial success by managing store allocation and replenishment. The role involves working closely with various teams to optimize product availability and control inventory risk. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in retail environments, and advanced Excel capabilities. A passion for fitness and an active lifestyle is preferred. This position offers an opportunity to play a vital role in driving sales and operational success.

Qualifications

• Experience in allocation and/or replenishment within retail or omni‑channel.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Clear and confident communication – written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to quickly learn new systems and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage store allocation and replenishment to optimise availability.
• Partner with Planning and Merchandising for store allocations.
• Provide visibility on sales, stock, and availability during in-season.
• Own allocation tools and reporting, ensuring data accuracy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Clear communication

Advanced Excel skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

Allocation systems

Planning systems

Job description

This role is key to driving retail commercial success. As an Allocator, you’ll manage store allocation and replenishment to optimise availability, control risk, and maximise full-price sales. Working closely with Planning, Merchandising, Retail Operations and Supply Chain, you’ll translate financial and product strategies into effective store‑level execution, ensuring the right product is in the right place at the right time while managing one of Gymshark’s most valuable assets – inventory.

Allocation & Replenishment

Partner with Planning and Merchandising to execute initial store allocations and manage ongoing replenishment using sales performance, demand signals, store grading and size curves. Support new store openings, campaigns, peak trading and inter‑store transfers to optimise stock placement and reduce risk.

In‑Season Management

Provide regular visibility on sales, stock and availability, identifying trends and trade actions. Collaborate on forecasts, adjust inventory flows, optimise size and style availability and support markdown and promotional strategies.

Tools, Data & Process

Own allocation tools and reporting, ensure data accuracy, drive process improvements and support the rollout of new allocation and planning systems.

• Experience in allocation and/or replenishment within retail or omni‑channel.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Clear and confident communication – written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to quickly learn new systems and tools.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with allocation or planning systems.
• Understanding of store KPIs, size curves and retail trading dynamics.
• A passion for the gym and living an active lifestyle – because understanding the product starts with living it.

CLOSING DATE: Friday 2nd January 2026