Strategic Allocation Analyst: Optimize Store Assortments

JD Sports; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Finish Line, Inc. is seeking an Allocation Analyst in Indianapolis to ensure the right products reach the right stores in the right quantities and times. You will work closely with Buyers to shape assortment, write purchase orders, and optimize stock across locations.

You will analyze sales, stock on hand, margins, and capacity to drive replenishment decisions and improve overall store performance while coordinating with store management and the Merchandising team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university, or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• 3–5 years of merchandising/allocation experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Determine best stores to allocate product with Buyers.
• Write new purchase orders including size breaks and quantities.
• Ensure optimal store assortment and replenish allocations.
• Allocate replenishment based on sales, WOS, margins and capacity.
• Coordinate transfers, receiving, and store communications.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.)

Job description

The Finish Line, Inc. is seeking an Allocation Analyst in Indianapolis to ensure the right products reach the right stores in the right quantities and times. You will work closely with Buyers to shape assortment, write purchase orders, and optimize stock across locations.

You will analyze sales, stock on hand, margins, and capacity to drive replenishment decisions and improve overall store performance while coordinating with store management and the Merchandising team.