Planner & Allocator

Sugarfina USA LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sugarfina USA LLC is seeking a data-driven Inventory Planner to manage store inventory levels across LA retail locations, align with sales trends, and support replenishment for new collections. You will analyze sales patterns, set SKU-level stock, and collaborate with retail and cross-functional teams to drive results and forecast demand for core items.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment; experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–3 years of industry experience.
• Experience with NetSuite ERP preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Clear and effective communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem solver with a positive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage store inventory levels based on sales, seasonality, and store capacity.
• Analyze sales patterns to set SKU-level stock for all locations.
• Plan initial allocations and replenishments for new collections.
• Collaborate with retail and cross-functional teams to drive results.
• Report sell-through and ASPs for seasonal and new products.
• Forecast retail and e-commerce demand for core items.
• Support seasonal projections and ad hoc analyses.
• Assist with daily e-commerce, Amazon, and VDF orders reporting.
• Publish weekly retail and e-commerce sales reports with key metrics.
• Coordinate branded supplies orders like ribbons and bags with the retail team.
• Suggest improvements to planning and allocation procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Able to handle multiple priorities

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

• Manage overall store inventory levels based on sales, seasonality, store capacity, and input from retail leadership.
• Analyze sales patterns to develop and maintain SKU-level preferred stock levels for each of our retail locations (7).
• Devise and execute store-level initial allocation and replenishment plans for new collections.
• Develop strong relationships with retail team as well as other cross-functional teams to drive business results.
• Report on sell-through rates and ASPs (Average Selling Price) for seasonal and innovation products, providing insight on sales tactics performance.
• Actualize and maintain retail and e-commerce forecasts for core items, taking into consideration recent forecast accuracy results to help with future planning.
• Assist in new seasonal collection projection, post-mortem/hindsight, and ad hoc reports and analyses.
• Support with daily reporting on shipped and open e-commerce, Amazon, and VDF (Vendor Direct Fulfillment) orders.
• Publish weekly retail and e-commerce sales reports with key information like top sellers, sell-through rates, and week-over-week changes.
• Partner with retail team on monthly orders for branded supplies like ribbons, shopping bags, and candy samples.
• Actively recommend changes and/or enhancements to current procedures and systems for both planning and allocation functions.

Education & Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 1-3 years of industry experience
• Experience with NetSuite ERP preferred
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive problem solver with a positive, can-do attitude