Merchandise Allocator

Malbon Golf; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive plans for Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) + matching

Generous PTO policy

Monthly mobile/internet stipend

Employee discount on products

Job summary

A leading golf apparel company is hiring an Allocator in Santa Monica, CA. This full-time position involves crafting allocation plans, analyzing sales data, and ensuring efficient product distribution across retail locations. Candidates should have 2+ years of buying/planning experience, proficiency in Excel, and strong communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary of $70,000 - $75,000, with hybrid working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of buying/planning experience required.
• Ability to analyze large data sets and communicate findings.
• Willingness to travel for new store openings.

Responsibilities

• Craft and manage an allocation plan for retail.
• Dive into sales forecasts and historical data.
• Communicate trends from large data sets.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Retail Math

Excellent communication

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Shopify

Netsuite

Job description

We’re hiring! Malbon is looking for an Allocator to join our team. This role will report into our Director of Planning and will be responsible for retail allocations. Ideal candidates will be detail oriented with a willingness to learn and implement new ideas and be an open communicator between retail, merchandising, planning and operations.

Location

Malbon HQ is based in Santa Monica, CA. We are currently operating from a hybrid work schedule of 3 days a week in‑office.

What You’ll Do

• Craft and manage an allocation plan that keeps retail locations stocked
• Dive into sales forecasts, historical data and upcoming events to ensure products are where they need to be
• Partner with cross‑functional teams (merchandising, ops, retail) to keep the product pipeline moving with efficiency
• Devise strategies for optimal sell‑through
• Fine‑tune and adjust allocations to meet demand while minimizing overstock and out‑of‑stock situations
• Communicate trends and patterns from large data sets

What You’ll Bring

• 2+ years of buying/planning experience required
• Advanced Excel and Retail Math knowledge
• Shopify and Netsuite experience is a bonus
• Previous experience managing inventory across multiple retail locations
• Unafraid to speak up and try new strategies
• Ability to analyze large data sets and clearly communicate to senior management on findings
• Excellent communicator who thrives in a cross‑functional environment
• Willingness to travel periodically for new store openings preferred

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive plans for Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) + matching
• Generous PTO policy + observed holiday calendar
• Monthly mobile/internet stipend
• Employee discount for eligible products on malbon.com

$70,000 - $75,000 a year

This is a full‑time position with an expected salary range of $70,000-$75,000. Compensation decisions are determined using a variety of job‑related factors such as skill set, geographic location, market demands, experience, and education / certifications. If we extend an offer for employment, we will consider all individual qualifications.