Allocator - JD Sports

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; Vor Ort; ZAR 469.000 - 725.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

TFG (The Foschini Group) is seeking an Allocator to oversee strategic inbound and outbound inventory flow from suppliers through the distribution centre to stores. You will formulate distribution strategies and serve as the primary contact for stores and operations on product requirements.

Work with Planners and Buyers to implement the Merchandise Strategy, analyze store data (style and sizing), and monitor stock delivery with proactive replenishment actions.

Qualifikationen

• Matric is essential with relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Experience in inventory management or merchandise distribution is preferred.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and strategic thinking abilities.

Aufgaben

• Strategic inbound and outbound inventory management from supplier to stores.
• Formulate and execute a merchandise distribution strategy; act as a point of contact for stores and operations for product requirements.
• Collaborate with Planners and Buyers to implement the Merchandise Strategy.
• Perform store and merchandise-related analysis (style and sizing).
• Monitor stock delivery and take appropriate action (replenishment management).
• Maintain effective communication with stores and Operations.
• Monitor product performance and take corrective actions; conduct regular store visits.

Kenntnisse

Excel

BI Tools

Planning

Analytical thinking

Commercial acumen

Planning & organising

Policy & procedures

Market research

Supplier management

Strategic eCommerce

Ausbildung

Matric

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Planning Tools

BI Tools

Jobbeschreibung

• The portfolio entails the strategic inbound and outbound management of inventory from supplier through the DC and finally to stores.
• Allocators are also responsible for formulating and executing a merchandise distribution strategy, as well as act as a point of contact for stores and operations for product requirements and require dedicated administration.
• Working with Planners and Buyers to fully implement the Merchandise Strategy
• Store and merchandise-related (style and sizing) analysis
• Monitoring the delivery of stock and take appropriate action
• Replenishment management
• Effective communication with stores & Operations.
• Monitoring product performance to take appropriate action
• Regular store visits where appropriate

Responsibilities

• The portfolio entails the strategic inbound and outbound management of inventory from supplier through the DC and finally to stores.
• Allocators are also responsible for formulating and executing a merchandise distribution strategy, as well as act as a point of contact for stores and operations for product requirements and require dedicated administration.
• Working with Planners and Buyers to fully implement the Merchandise Strategy
• Store and merchandise-related (style and sizing) analysis
• Monitoring the delivery of stock and take appropriate action
• Replenishment management
• Effective communication with stores & Operations.
• Monitoring product performance to take appropriate action
• Regular store visits where appropriate

Qualifications

• Matric essential (+ Relevant Tertiary Qualification)
• Experience Required
• A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed and strategic approach to work
• Excelsat data analysis and the ability to draw inferences
• Strong business acumen and merchant thinking

Skills

• Must have excellent skills with MS Office (Excel at an intermediate level) and/or other Business Intelligence Tools/ Planning Tools
• Analytical Processes
• Commercial Acumen
• Planning & Organising
• Policy & Procedures
• Market Research and Analysis
• Supplier Management
• Strategic eCommerce

Behaviours

• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Nimble learning - quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment
• Plans and Aligns - develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Situational Adaptability - effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

About Us

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We’re a purpose-led business, and on this team, you’ll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We’re the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

Are you with us?