Burberry Allocator

Burberry; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Burberry in New York seeks an Allocation Analyst to optimize inventory and drives productivity across channels. You’ll analyze data, collaborate with Merchandising, Operations, Visual Merchandising and Central Planning to shape outlet strategies and capacity plans, and manage replenishment for made-for-Outlet items.

Strong Excel, retail math and communication with cross-functional partners are essential. We expect 1–2 years of allocation experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of allocation experience required.
• Proficient in retail math and Excel.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities with cross-functional partners.
• Experience presenting reporting to others is preferred.
• SAP knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and report business at channel, region, and category level for inventory and performance.
• Partner with Merchandising, Operations, Visual Merchandising, Regional Finance and Central Planning on outlets strategy and inventory.
• Evaluate store/ style/ size performance to optimize distribution and productivity.
• Manage replenishment and manual pushes using A&R for Outlet products.
• Optimize allocations by door based on customer profiles and inventory strategies.
• Communicate trends and opportunities to field teams and stores.
• Assist with merchandising tasks like buy books and consolidations.

Skills

Allocation experience

Retail math

Microsoft Office

Excel (advanced)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for analysis and reporting of the business at channel, region, and category level to provide a consolidated and consistent view of regional performance
• Fully align, partner and collaborate with the Merchandising, Operations, Visual Merchandising, Regional Finance and Central Planning teams in relation to made for Outlet strategy, product focus areas, delivery and capacity constraints with vendors and stores
• Evaluate and analyze business at the store, style, and size level to create appropriate distribution strategies, optimize inventory levels, and drive productivity
• Utilize A&R to manage made for Outlet products replenishment and create manual pushes when needed
• Optimize allocations by door based on customer profile and inventory strategies including but not limited to managing the ageing profile of inventory assortment
• Communicate with field team and stores on current business trends as well as opportunities to proactively drive future business, fulfill special orders, and requests
• Support with special orders, reviewing stock offers, entering in SAP, and tracking
• Assist with merchandising responsibilities including but not limited to building buy books and executing consolidations

PERSONAL PROFILE

• 1-2 years Allocation experience
• Bachelor's degree required
• Clear knowledge and understanding of retail math and Microsoft Office
• Strong Excel skills including complex formula applications
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to prioritize and adapt quickly in fast-paced environment
• Experience in presenting reporting and analysis to others
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to partner and strategize with cross-functional partners
• SAP knowledge is a plus

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• Health of overall inventory levels and improving turns
• Appropriate stock levels in Outlet stores - WOC, stock mix, sizing

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.

• Expected base salary for the role will generally be between $72,000.00 and $82,000.00 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and Company-sponsored benefit programs.
• This position is at-will and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.