Allocation Planner, Maje - SMCP Group

SMCP – Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot, Fursac

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 75,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

SMCP is seeking an Allocation Planner for Maje at our North America HQ in New York City. The role focuses on developing and executing allocation and replenishment strategies, analyzing sales and inventory trends, and optimizing stock across stores, digital channels, and warehouses.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to drive performance in a fast-paced luxury fashion environment. The ideal candidate has 1–4 years of allocation, planning, or forecasting experience, strong

Qualifications

1-4 years of experience in allocation, inventory management, planning, forecasting, or related field.
Strong verbal and written communication for reporting and presenting findings.

Responsibilities

Execute allocation strategies to optimize stock distribution and meet sales targets.
Monitor inventory flow and support seasonal stock alignment.
Analyze sales and inventory trends to identify opportunities and inform actions.
Manage stock across stores, digital channels, and warehouses with regular inter-store rebalancing.
Provide reporting and analysis to support data-driven decisions.

Skills

Allocation experience

Data analysis

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Forecasting

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Reporting

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Excel

Job description

Position: Allocation Planner, Maje

Location: SMCP North America Headquarters, 44 Wall Street / 20th Floor, New York, NY 10005

COMPENSATION RANGE: $70 - $75

SMCP - Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot

SMCP is a prominent global leader in the luxury fashion market, celebrated for its Parisian Chic ready-to-wear and accessories collections. Operating across diverse international hubs, from Shanghai to New York City, our commitment to sustainable growth defines our brand values. With a portfolio comprising four distinguished global brands – Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot, and Fursac – our influence spans 46 countries from free-standing lifestyle boutiques to leased concession shop-in-shops and off-price outlets. Complementing our physical presence, our eCommerce websites in the U.S. and Canada extend our reach as we continue to shape the future of Contemporary Luxury Fashion across the globe.

Visit our Global Company website at https://www.smcp.com/en to learn more.

What Sets Us Apart as an Employer in the Global Luxury Fashion Space

At SMCP, our distinctiveness as an employer in the global luxury fashion sector lies in our unwavering commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Anchored by three pillars – Product, People, and Planet – our CSR strategy is a testament to our dedication to sustainability and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). Our clearly defined core values, instilled from the top down, form the bedrock of our organizational culture. Here at SMCP, we prioritize the well‑being and satisfaction of our 6500 world‑wide passionate entrepreneur team members. Our strong financial results are bolstering or appeal as an employer, marking 2021 as our “comeback” year. Add to this mix our uniquely coveted Parisian chic merchandise collections, and you have an employer that not only sets trends in the fashion world but also cultivates a work environment that fosters innovation, diversity, and success. Here at SMCP, passion meets purpose, and together, we redefine the future of luxury fashion.

What We Are Looking For

The ALLOCATION PLANNER develops and executes allocation and replenishment strategies, analyzes sales and inventory trends, and optimizes stock levels across the Maje North America business. The role will also support select planning responsibilities, contributing to inventory & commercial planning.

This position requires close collaboration with cross‑functional and global teams to monitor performance, manage inventory flow, and identify opportunities to improve sales and stock productivity. The ideal candidate is a critical thinker with strong attention to detail, effective written + verbal communication skills, and the ability to problem‑solve and execute with precision in a fast‑paced environment.

Organizational Structure - Reporting Relationships

Internal

Direct Supervisor: Planning Manager, Maje
Department Head: VP, Maje

Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

ALLOCATION

Execute allocation strategies to optimize stock distribution and meet sales targets
Monitor new deliveries and inventory flow to ensure timely allocation aligned with seasonal stock strategy
Analyze sales and inventory trends to identify opportunities and inform allocation decisions
Manage stock across stores, digital, and warehouses, including regular inter‑store rebalancing
Track key performance metrics and provide reporting and analysis to support data‑driven decisions
Collaborate with cross‑functional and global teams to support business needs and inventory initiatives
Support new store openings through initial inventory setup and ongoing allocation needs

PLANNING

Manage centralized stock forecasting, distribution & replenishment
Manage weeks of supply forecasting. Identify focus stores & recommended stock actions
Maintain competitor promotional tracking & monitor market activity
Support commercial calendar analysis, event performance tracking, & hindsights
Partner on sku‑level forecasts to read and react to product trends
Support Planning Manager on select forecasting and in‑season analyses

Required Skills/Knowledge

Principal Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Required

1-4 years of experience in allocation, inventory management, planning, forecasting, or related field.
Communication: Strong verbal and written skills for effective collaboration, reporting, and presentation of findings/recommendations.
Analytical Thinking & Problem‑solving: Ability to analyze data, identify risks and opportunities, and develop informed recommendations.
Attention to Detail: High accuracy and thoroughness in managing data and reporting.
Advanced Excel & Data Reporting: Proficiency in Excel for analysis, reporting, and generating actionable insights. Ability to learn and work effectively within allocation and planning systems
Organizational Skills & Composure: Efficient in managing multiple tasks, prioritizing effectively, and maintaining productivity in a fast‑paced environment
Efficiency and Initiative: Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on proactive problem‑solving

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