Allocator, New Store Openings

Skechers USA Retail, LLC; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Skechers USA Retail, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Retail Allocation/Planning professional to support new store openings in Southern California. You will manage NSO timelines, create assortment plans, and collaborate with Buying, Planning, Merchandising, Retail Operations, and DC teams to ensure product availability and a strong launch.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in retail allocation, strong Excel skills, and experience with planning systems (o9/JDA/Manhattan).

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in retail allocation or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, data validation).
• Experience with allocation/planning systems (o9, JDA, Manhattan) is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with high data accuracy.
• Ability to manage end-to-end project workflows in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage NSO/timeline allocation milestones from assortment finalization to shipment readiness.
• Develop inventory targets by product category based on demographics and trends.
• Collaborate with Buying, Planning, Merchandising, Retail Ops, and DC teams on product availability and launch execution.
• Create and maintain trackers, status reports, and allocation summaries for stakeholders.
• Plan for fluctuating NSO volumes and adjust workload accordingly.
• Conduct post-opening inventory reviews to evaluate allocation accuracy and learn for future openings.
• Ensure accuracy of all allocation data in internal systems.

Skills

Retail allocation

Merchandise planning

Inventory management

Excel advanced

Data analysis

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain/Retail Management

Tools

o9

JDA

Manhattan

Job description

WHO WE ARE:Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.ABOUT THE ROLE:Prepare New Store folders – Floor Plans, Cover sheets. Understand customer demographics, and local market trends for new store locations. Analyze sales data, inventory levels, and product performance for existing stores in similar markets to determine appropriate inventory levels and product mix for new store openings. Develop merchandise assortment and allocation that aligns with store targets, Performa, and store format. Keeping in mind all exception lists. Optimize inventory levels by ensuring adequate products across all categories available for assortment. Confirm final assortment to leave DC assuring all product allocated is part of initial shipment. Continuously seek opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices for new store allocations. Additional tasks as needed.WHAT YOU'LL DO:Project Timeline Management – Maintain and track NSO allocation timelines, ensuring all milestones (assortment finalization, DC confirmation, shipment readiness) are met according to the store opening calendar.Assortment Planning - Develop inventory targets by product category based on customer demographics, historical sales data, and recent product trends in existing stores in similar markets.Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner closely with Buying, Planning, Merchandising, Retail Operations, and Distribution Center teams to align on product availability, visual merchandising strategy, and launch execution.Reporting & Documentation – Develop and maintain trackers, status reports, and allocation summaries to keep stakeholders informed of NSO progress and flag potential risks proactively.Capacity Planning – Assess and plan for fluctuating NSO volumes, adjusting workload prioritization to accommodate multiple concurrent store openings.Post-Opening Analysis – Conduct post-opening inventory reviews to evaluate allocation accuracy, identify gaps, and apply learnings to future NSO strategies.System & Data Integrity – Ensure accuracy of all allocation data entered into internal systems, maintaining clean and reliable records throughout the NSO lifecycle.WHAT YOU'LL BRING: 1–3 years of experience in retail allocation, merchandise planning, inventory management, or a related field preferredDemonstrated ability to manage end-to-end project workflows with multiple concurrent deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, INDEX/MATCH, data validation)Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to translate data into actionable allocation decisionsExcellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present findings and recommendations clearly to cross-functional teamsExperience working with allocation or planning systems (e.g., o9, JDA, Manhattan, or similar retail planning tools) is a plusDetail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in data management and reportingAbility to adapt quickly to changing priorities while maintaining quality and meeting deadlinesREQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Retail Management, or a related field preferredExperience in footwear retail is preferred but not requiredThe pay range for this role is $28.00-$32.00/hr USD.#LI-NK1About SkechersSkechers, a global Fortune 500 company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.Equal Employment OpportunitySkechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.Reasonable AccommodationApplicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing [e-mail] perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.