Allocator - F and F Clothing

Retail Human Resources plc; Digswell; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is recruiting for the role of Allocator. The role requires managing stock allocation and replenishment, analyzing sales data, and effective communication with the merchandising team. Ideal candidates will have strong Excel skills, teamwork abilities, and an innovative mindset. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including an annual bonus and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Holiday entitlement of 25 days

26 weeks maternity and adoption leave

Qualifications

• Ability to build positive relationships and demonstrate a 'can do' attitude.
• Personal commitment and ability to work under pressure.
• Innovative mindset to drive change.

Responsibilities

• Manage the throughput of stock from allocation to replenishment.
• Analyze weekly sales information to decide on actions.
• Allocate stock to new store openings and refits.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Team working

Good Excel skills

Logical thinking

Self-motivation

Interest in fashion retailing

Job description

We are delighted to share that we are now recruiting for an Allocator to join the F&F Clothing team here at Tesco.

An Allocator needs to manage the effective and accurate allocation & replenishment of stock, to provide the required stock levels in stores, in order to achieve targeted sales – in line with the Merchandising team’s plans. They analyze the performance of lines to provide accurate information for allocation and business planning.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving team and develop valuable skills for your career growth.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the throughput of stock from allocation to replenishment using and maintaining all available tools.
• Demonstrate and maintain competence in all technical areas relevant to the role.
• Analyze weekly sales information, including ROS analysis, Bestsellers, Cover Sheets, and decide on actions with the Senior Allocator & Merchandising for priority stores & lines.
• Produce department analysis for the Assistant Merchandisers.
• Allocate stock to new store openings and refits, monitoring package builds.
• Maintain successful communication with Merchandising through meetings and distribution strategies.
• Maintain all data, distribute reports, and ensure accurate, organized, and timely filing.

The role suits an individual who enjoys teamwork, is well-organized, pragmatic, a lateral thinker, motivated to improve, and puts customers first.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team working and the ability to deputize and assist others.
• Responsibility for own actions under supervision.
• Ability to build positive relationships and demonstrate a 'can do' attitude.
• Personal commitment and ability to work under pressure.
• Innovative mindset to drive change.
• Good Excel skills, numeracy, logical thinking, self-motivation.
• Interest in fashion retailing.

What’s in it for you:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including an annual bonus scheme of up to 10%, holiday entitlement starting at 25 days plus a personal day, 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 year’s service), and other wellbeing benefits.

About us:

Our vision is to become every customer's favourite way to shop, with a core purpose of serving our customers, communities, and planet better every day. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. We are moving towards a blended working week, combining office and remote work.

Note: Successful applicants will need to provide bank details on their start date. We are an accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to accessible recruitment processes. For support, visit Tesco Careers Accessibility.