Hybrid Inventory Allocation Analyst

Warehouse; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and remote work opportunities

Free virtual health care

401(k) w/ match

Employee discounts on shoes

Job summary

Designer Brands is seeking an Allocation Analyst to drive product visibility and in-store execution across our national footprint. You will decide allocation placements, analyze performance, and collaborate with Merchandising and Planning to optimize stock and profitability.

The role emphasizes turning data into action, spotting patterns, and influencing outcomes through thoughtful analysis and teamwork. You will influence product flow and in‑stock performance to support financial goals across

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in allocation, planning, analytics, or retail inventory management.
• BA or BS required, preferably in a business related field.
• Excel knowledge and skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Execute allocations for an assigned product category that aligns to the assortment strategy and store capacity.
• Monitor product performance at the store and item level; identify risks and opportunities to improve product productivity, maximize in-stocks and propose actionable recommendations.
• Partner with Merchants and Planning to understand assortment strategies, product life cycles and inform the allocation strategy; participate in weekly cross functional meetings, hindsight and pre-season discussions.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy and automation within the allocation system.
• Develop and maintain ad-hoc reporting to analyze performance and support the allocation strategy; share insights and recommendations cross functionally.
• Ability to use data to inform decisions and identify trends, risks and opportunities; clearly communicate findings to cross functional teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Data interpretation

Communication

Collaboration

Education

BA or BS degree

Tools

Blue Yonder/JDA

Oracle

Job description

Designer Brands is seeking an Allocation Analyst to drive product visibility and in-store execution across our national footprint. You will decide allocation placements, analyze performance, and collaborate with Merchandising and Planning to optimize stock and profitability.

The role emphasizes turning data into action, spotting patterns, and influencing outcomes through thoughtful analysis and teamwork. You will influence product flow and in‑stock performance to support financial goals across