Allocator - Sportscene

TFG (The Foschini Group); Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company shaping the streetwear culture in South Africa. As an Allocator, you’ll manage inventory strategically, ensuring optimal stock levels across stores. Bring your analytical skills and business acumen to a dynamic team, and explore endless growth opportunities in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Matric essential (+ Relevant Tertiary Qualification).
• High degree of numeracy and analytical skills.
• Strong business acumen and merchant thinking.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory from supplier to stores.
• Formulate and execute merchandise distribution strategy.
• Monitor delivery of stock and product performance.

Skills

Analytical Processes

Commercial Acumen

Planning & Organising

Market Research and Analysis

Education

Matric

Relevant Tertiary Qualification

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

Business Intelligence Tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

• 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 And Experience

• 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 advanced level) and/or other Business Intelligence Tools/ Planning Tools
• Analytical Processes
• Commercial Acumen
• Contract Management
• Planning & Organising
• Policy & Procedures
• Market Research and Analysis
• Supplier Management
• Global Sourcing
• Strategic eCommerce
  
  

Competencies For Success

• Organised, thorough and systematic oriented
• High level of attention to detail
• Computer literate
• Can work under pressure
• Be able to work under pressure
• Be able to work on deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A high service orientation and enjoy working in a team
  
  

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?

About The Team

At Sportscene, you’ll be part of a brand that shapes the streetwear culture in South Africa. Work with only the best of global and local brands and be at the forefront of trend, innovation, and youth fashion. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to make your mark in a culture!