Allocator
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
Allocator / Allocations Assistant
Pound Stretcher, a leader in the retail industry, has recently embarked on an exciting new chapter with its acquisition by a prestigious multi-billion-dollar private equity group. With bold ambitions for expansion and innovation, we're poised for substantial growth, and we want you to be a part of this thrilling journey. We're seeking an experienced Buyer to take a leading role in our continued success.
Purpose of the role:
The Allocation function is the final step in the buying and merchandising and is responsible for allocating stock from the DC to the retail store network
Scope:
Although seen as an ‘entry level position’, the allocations team have a critical role in influencing the success of products. You will report to the allocation manager but will be working day-to-day with the Buying and Merchandising team to become their ‘product replenishment specialist’ who is able to maximise sales and sell-through. You will also build up a network of store contacts who will rely on you to influence allocations across all departments. Your knowledge and skill will provide a platform for advancement further in the business.
Role Responsibilities:
- Take responsibility for their departments warehouse stock
- Allocate stock effectively to stores using various methods available
- Ensure thorough understanding of the products being allocated and the impact of their allocation
- Be aware of forthcoming events relevant to their department and be pro-active in their allocations to ensure correct store stock levels
- Liaise closely with the Buying and Merchandising teams ensuring their expectations of stock placement are met
- Be aware of seasonal events and build stock appropriately
- Flag with Merchandising team poor and good selling products in a timely manner
- Support Allocation management with ad-hoc analysis and reports as required
- Prioritise as appropriate fast moving or urgent stock through the warehouse
- Communicate with stores with regard to stock issues and deal effectively with Customer orders as required
- Effectively solve stock issues that arise in the DC that prevent stock from being allocated
- Ensure awareness of promoted / marked down products and take appropriate allocation action
- Support Buying and Merchandising with direct to store order creation and system maintenance
Key Measures:
- In conjunction with the Buying and Merchandising team, achieve a 97%+ core line availability
- Maximum store availability of promoted / event stock
- All lines to be reviewed a minimum of once per week and more frequently on appropriate lines
- Hit required stock levels on a line-by-line and category/department basis
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- Enthusiastic and confident you be commercially driven with a keen interest in retail and the desire to progress in this field.
- Be able to work quickly but accurately under pressure
- Be a confident communicator, able to speak confidently to all levels within the business
- Demonstrable influencing skills
- A retail background is advantageous but not necessary
- Able to work effectively with minimal supervision and within a team as required
- Possess a high degree of self-motivation and common sense
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint (although training will be provided)
The Company
Established in 1981 Poundstretcher is a leading variety discount retailer for quality food, toiletries, garden essentials, and home-ware brands.
Offering over 5,000 products at some of the lowest prices on the high street, Poundstretcher stores provide shoppers with an incredible selection of value for money items.
With over 400 stores nationwide across our brands, Poundstretcher stocks a huge selection of great value products at competitive prices, including cleaning supplies, kitchenware, bedding, bathroom products, furniture, electric goods, children’s toys, and so much more. We even have a wide selection of pet care products within our “Pet Hut” section.
For money-conscious grocery shoppers, Poundstretcher also offers great value prices on everyday big brand items such as food, toiletries, and household goods, along with a great range of fantastic seasonal goods.
With Poundstretcher, you can be confident that you are getting the best deals, making your budget go further without sacrificing on quality or style.
Employing over 6000 people nationwide across the brand's chain of outlets, Poundstretcher aims to offer great customer service and a quality selection of products at all of our stores across the UK.
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