Merchandise Allocator

Company Description

Curious about how the right stock gets to our stores and how that impacts sales and profitability? Looking for fundamental learning opportunities and exposure to a retail merchandise/planning career?  

The Warehouse Group is home to some of Aotearoa’s beloved retail brands. With stores across the country, our teams are proud to support our communities with retail experiences our customers value! At Warehouse Stationery, we’re passionate about helping Kiwis unlock their best work, study and creating with great products, services and solutions.  

Job Description

This role isn’t just about deploying inventory; as an Allocator, you’ll help make sure our inventory is smartly distributed. We have different store formats, locations and varied customer groups; use your analytical skills and understanding of our category/product assortment to support customer demand, sales opportunities, promotions and new product launches by getting the right stock into the right stores on time. 

You’ll use data and insights to understand stock trends, product performance and store needs, working closely with Planning, Buying, Store Operations and Supply Chain teams to keep stock moving smoothly across the network. 

Responsibilities: 

• Monitor and analyse stock trends, levels, sales performance and purchasing behaviour to make replenishment and allocation recommendations 
• Manage daily and weekly exceptions in RELEX to reduce overstocks and stock outs 
• Collaborating with merchandise, planning and operations teams to help manage supply challenges and keep stock moving smoothly for key events, promotions and seasonal activity  
• Supporting stock allocations from distribution centres to stores, including manual orders when needed  
• Help manage new products and product exits, making sure information is kept up to date  
• Help identify risks, gaps and opportunities that supports customer demands and trading priorities 

Qualifications

You’re analytical, curious and detail-focused, with an interest in how stock availability impacts store performance and customer experience. You’re comfortable working with data, spotting opportunities and finding better ways of doing things. 

You’ll bring:  

• Experience in inventory allocation, stock management, replenishment, retail operations or merchandise planning support 
• Confidence using allocation, inventory or reporting systems  
• Intermediate Excel skills and strong attention to detail  
• The ability to interpret data and turn insights into practical recommendations  
• Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities  
• Good communication skills and confidence working with a range of stakeholders  
• Commercial awareness of how stock availability impacts sales and customer experience  
• A proactive mindset and willingness to keep learning 

Additional Information

Come work with us! 

This work will challenge and excite and you’ll be part of a well-loved brand with exceptional retail professionals who care about what they do. When you join The Warehouse Group, you'll enjoy a range of benefits that support your career, wellbeing, and lifestyle inc.: 

• Team member discounts across our brands   
• You’ll have your birthday leave and charity day off (on us!) to celebrate you and doing good 
• Free parking, EV charging, onsite gym and café at our convenient Northcote support office   
• 26 weeks paid parental leave for permanent team members   
• A range of wellbeing support and development opportunities  

If you’re ready to build your retail merchandise career and make a real impact on store performance, we’d love to hear from you. 

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