Strategic Allocation & Merchandising Analyst

JD Finish Line; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JD Finish Line in Indianapolis is seeking an Allocation Analyst to optimize product assortment across stores, ensuring the right product at the right time.

You’ll work with Buyers to allocate stock, write purchase orders with size breaks, and analyze sales history, WOS and margins to guide replenishment. A four-year degree with 3–5 years merchandising/allocation experience and strong Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of merchandising/allocation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Works with Buyers to determine the best stores to Allocate product to.
• Writes new purchase orders, giving size breaks and recommending quantities to Buyers.
• Ensures every store receives the best possible product assortment.
• Allocates replenishment product based on sales history, WOS, margins and capacity.
• Checks yard lists, picking, and record receipts.
• Performs transfers and consolidations.
• Sets up new store assortments and executes Remodeled Stores Plans.
• Communicates regularly with store management regarding product concerns and opportunities.
• Additional duties and projects as required.

Skills

Merchandising

Allocation planning

Forecasting

Vendor communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

JD Finish Line in Indianapolis is seeking an Allocation Analyst to optimize product assortment across stores, ensuring the right product at the right time.

You’ll work with Buyers to allocate stock, write purchase orders with size breaks, and analyze sales history, WOS and margins to guide replenishment. A four-year degree with 3–5 years merchandising/allocation experience and strong Excel skills are required.