Allocation Analyst II

Columbia Sportswear Company; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Medical insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Columbia Sportswear Company, headquartered near Portland, Oregon, seeks an Allocation Analyst II to optimize assortment and inventory across stores, maximizing sales, margins and turnover. The role partners with planning to develop and manage store allocation plans and oversee overall store inventory levels.

This hybrid position emphasizes strong Excel skills and collaboration with store management to ensure timely replenishment and replenishment alignment with plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in allocation/planning preferred.
• Strong MS Excel and planning tools proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Execute assortment distribution according to plan and monitor inventory productivity by store.
• Manage store allocation levels, new openings, and replenishment.
• Communicate with store management and merchants on product needs and delivery dates.
• Analyze sell-through and stock levels to ensure optimal distribution.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Store coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Excel

Allocation planning tools

Job description

This position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs. This in-office requirement may be adjusted at the discretion of the company.

The Allocation Analyst II supports stores through assortment and inventory management with the purpose of maximizing sales, margins, and product turnover. Partners with planning to help develop and manage retail store allocation plans.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Executes assortment by distribution of product according to plan and monitors productivity of inventory according to sales, gross margin, and turnover goals for each store. Responsible for overall inventory levels for each store. Manages the number of options and total store capacity, new store openings, and special events. Maintains balance by department according to plan or sales trends down to SKU level, including new styles and replenishment of basics. Analyzes sales‑to‑stock ratios to ensure proper distribution and reorder of product. Responsible for the management and tracking of key items. Tracks sell through by store, store inventory levels, DC inventory, and future forecasts. Responsible for timely and balanced receipt flows into stores. Communicates with store management regarding product needs, future on order, and delivery dates. Communicates with merchants regarding contract levels to ensure liquidation of product according to plans and identifies product opportunities and liabilities. Performs other duties as assigned.

YOU ARE

Problem Solving: Solves complex problems and develops independent creative solutions based on the evaluation of multiple options. Decisions: Independently analyzes issues of a diverse scope and functions with a moderate degree of autonomy. Receives minimal direction, seeks guidance for highly complex issues. Knowledge: In depth knowledge of principles, concepts, and theories within own discipline and working knowledge of related disciplines. Applies broader knowledge of industry standards/practices to assignments and others. Business Acumen: Understands best practices; is aware of the differences between the company and its competition in the supported function. Understands how their own functional area integrates with others to deliver results. Communication & Influence: Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. May provide process and subject matter advice. Impact: Work performed will have impact on cross‑functional projects beyond the department.

YOU HAVE

Bachelor’s degree, applicable certification or equivalent experience. 3+ years of related allocation/planning professional experience preferred. Strong competency with MS excel and the various allocation/planning tools, systems, or procedures required to accomplish the job. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position’s scope and function in the company.

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf.

• Benefits that can protect your family's financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match.
• Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services).
• In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services.
• We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.

Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company is a global leader in designing, sourcing, marketing, and distributing outdoor and active lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment. Our four primary brands — Columbia®, Mountain Hardwear®, SOREL® and prAna® — complement each other to address the diverse needs of active consumers and their products have gained an international reputation for their innovation, quality and performance. Learn more about our family of brands here.