Inventory & Allocation Specialist

Boot Barn; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan with match

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Boot Barn is seeking a Merchandise Allocator to drive sales, margin and inventory productivity by allocating merchandise to stores and ecommerce. You will monitor receipts, collaborate with Buying, Planning and the ECOM team, and ensure in-stock conditions across channels.

Responsibilities include analyzing store performance, setting up inventory models, and coordinating with field teams on seasonal rollouts and promos to optimize assortment and stock levels.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, customer service, time management and organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 3+ years of experience in an Allocation, Replenishment or similar inventory management role
• Retail store experience is helpful
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (Vlookup, Pivot Tables, Macros)
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong aptitude with numbers, retail math skills, understanding of forecasting methodology
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Agile and adaptable to changing priorities
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong sense of urgency
• Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
• Knowledge of retail allocation systems, Aptos a plus
• Ensure Effective Communication - Listens carefully and attentively to others' opinions and ideas. Communicates information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Establish Trust - Follows through on commitments. Is honest and direct with others. Promotes a culture of respect for, commitment to, and compliance with Company values, beliefs, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Apply business strategies and initiatives towards assortment and allocation management
• Conduct monthly allocation strategy meetings with Merchandise Buyer and Merchandise Planner
• Execute the allocation strategy to effectively maximize sales and margin plans and maintain the appropriate stock to sales ratios
• Analyze sales and inventory trends at the chain and store level; ensure allocation of receipts results in maximum performance by store
• Determine store tier rankings based upon preseason sales plans
• Accountable for setting up and maintaining store inventory models on basic items for weekly auto replenishment and make adjustments based on sales shifts
• Collaborate with Merchandise Buyers and Merchandise Planners to adjust future buys and ensure size breaks are correct
• Partner with the Retail Field Team and communicate seasonal rollout timing, promotional updates, and business performance
• Facilitate problem resolution with IT, Retail Field Team, and Inventory Management as required
• Communicate regularly with DC Team on events that would affect workflow

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Time management

Organizational skills

Advanced Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Analytical skills

Retail math

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Aptos

Job description

Boot Barn is seeking a Merchandise Allocator to drive sales, margin and inventory productivity by allocating merchandise to stores and ecommerce. You will monitor receipts, collaborate with Buying, Planning and the ECOM team, and ensure in-stock conditions across channels.

Responsibilities include analyzing store performance, setting up inventory models, and coordinating with field teams on seasonal rollouts and promos to optimize assortment and stock levels.