Senior Allocator

Asics; Hoofddorp; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office gym access

Sport discounts

Calm app access

Runkeeper Go premium

Wellness programme

OpenUp mental health support

4 weeks abroad per year

Hybrid working model

Job summary

ASICS, headquartered in Hoofddorp near Amsterdam, is seeking a stock allocation specialist to optimize stock across our retail network. You will analyze trading data and market trends to develop allocation and replenishment plans, aiming to maximise product availability and sales performance.

The role requires 1-3 years in allocation, strong forecasting skills, advanced Excel and PowerPoint, and proven analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in allocation, with experience in the retail industry.
• Strong understanding of retail forecasting and inventory management.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint capability
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain commercial stock positions for assigned stores or channels, considering sales performance, customer demand, store capacity, seasonality, weeks of cover, lead times, and commercial priorities.
• Develop and execute allocation and replenishment plans for the assigned channels, based on customer demand, stock levels, seasonality, and commercial priorities.
• Monitor store and channel performance regularly identifying opportunities to improve stock availability, sales, sell-through, and inventory productivity.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support stock management, future planning, and commercial decision-making.
• Monitor inventory levels and stock performance through key metrics such as stock turn, sell-through, weeks of cover, and stock availability, recommending actions where needed.
• Partner closely with market teams to resolve stock-related issues and drive business performance.
• Prepare and present trading reports, supporting weekly trade meetings and ensuring follow-up on agreed actions and deadlines.

Skills

Allocation experience

Retail industry experience

Forecasting expertise

Analytical skills

Time management

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Be part of a movement that moves the world

At ASICS, we're more than just a brand; we're a movement. A movement of movement, propelled by the belief that motion strengthens the body and uplifts the mind. Our name itself, an acronym for "Anima Sana in Corpore Sano" (a Sound Mind in a Sound Body), encapsulates this commitment. Since taking our first step in Japan in 1949, our journey has been about more than just reaching the finish lines or clocking the fastest times. It's about the joy of moving and it's open to all.

If you're inspired to move yourself and the world toward a brighter, more inclusive future, we're looking for you.

Here at ASICS, we welcome diversity in our people, their backgrounds and life experiences. So, you could be the right person for this role regardless of your age, nationality, religious beliefs, or gender identification.

Your role in our shared journey

Located at our EMEA headquarters in Hoofddorp, near Amsterdam, you'll contribute to our mission by optimising stock allocation and replenishment across our retail network to maximise product availability and sales performance. In this role, you'll analyse trading data and market trends to develop strategic allocation plans, whilst monitoring key inventory metrics to enhance sell-through rates and overall stock productivity across assigned stores and channels.

Your role will be instrumental in weaving the fabric of our movement, bringing unique perspectives and driving innovation with every step.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Manage and maintain commercial stock positions for assigned stores or channels, considering sales performance, customer demand, store capacity, seasonality, weeks of cover, lead times, and commercial priorities.
• Develop and execute allocation and replenishment plans for the assigned channels, based on customer demand, stock levels, seasonality, and commercial priorities.
• Monitor store and channel performance regularly identifying opportunities to improve stock availability, sales, sell-through, and inventory productivity.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support stock management, future planning, and commercial decision-making.
• Monitor inventory levels and stock performance through key metrics such as stock turn, sell-through, weeks of cover, and stock availability, recommending actions where needed.
• Partner closely with market teams to resolve stock-related issues and drive business performance.
• Prepare and present trading reports, supporting weekly trade meetings and ensuring follow-up on agreed actions and deadlines.

You have the following skills

• 1-3 years of experience in allocation, with experience in the retail industry.
• Strong understanding of retail forecasting and inventory management.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint capability
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Life at ASICS

When you join ASICS, you become part of something special. Here, your voice matters, your growth and wellbeing are important. We believe in fostering an environment where every step forward is celebrated, where diversity fuels our journey, and inclusion strengthens individuals. And together and as individuals we can inspire more people to move for body and for mind.

Our commitment to your wellbeing

• Access to office gym and sports membership discount.
• Exclusive 50% discount on ASICS and ONITSUKA TIGER gear.
• Unlimited access to the Calm app for better sleep and mental fitness.
• Complimentary premium subscription to our Runkeeper Go app.
• A comprehensive wellness programme consisting of exercise and educational sessions.
• Professional support and meditation classes are available through OpenUp Access.
• Working abroad for four weeks every year.
• Hybrid working model. Combine the flexibility of working from home with the dynamic energy of an office environment.