Job no: 510914
Work type: Full time
Location: VIC - Metro
Categories: Merchandise

Harris Scarfe is one of Australia’s longest trading retailers with over 170 years of experience. We currently operate over 45 stores across South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and Tasmania with a growing online presence. Our stores appeal to a diverse range of customers looking for great value on Homewares, Manchester, Men's and Women's Apparel. We offer the opportunity to really contribute in a challenging and supportive team environment where you can drive your own career development.
We are looking for an allocator to join our Intimates department, a winning category within the market.
Reporting to the Planner, this is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves working in a fast paced retail environment. The Allocation Analyst will be responsible for the planning and control of merchandise and assist in driving profitability through maintaining adequate levels of inventory in store.

The Role:
The Allocator role works within a large, multi-departmental team and provides support to the Planner and Assistant Planner by allocating the right stock to appropriate stores at the right time. Some of the duties will include;

• Implement and manage the stock allocation and replenishment process to maximise sales return and sell through
• Stock to sales ratio analysis and other sales trend analysis to ensure right stock is in right stores at right time
• Work closely with suppliers, DC and supply chain to ensure timely delivery of product
• Assist with weekly reporting
• Provide assistance to the Planner with inventory management
• Address store enquires regarding stocks/deliveries
• Adhere to all relevant compliance standards

About you:
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has experience within Inventory Management, Allocations, Replenishment, or Junior Merchandise Management. The role requires some one organised and analytical with high accuracy and attention to detail.

• Previous allocation experience in a fast paced environment (essential) of 1+ years
• Previous store retail experience to understand stock flow cycles and impacts (desirable)
• Knowledge of the Planning process
• Intermediate experience using Excel with strength in VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables
• Experience with SAP would be beneficial but not essential
• A love for analysing data and numbers

Why work at Harris Scarfe?

• You will be offered a competitive salary and strong mentorship
• We are large enough to offer you career opportunities to further your development, but also small enough to recognise your individual contribution.
• We offer great work-life balance.
• You will be part of a high performing, values-based team who work collaboratively to deliver an amazing customer experience.

When you join Harris Scarfe, you will be joining the Spotlight Retail Group (SRG). SRG is a diverse and ever-growing business which encompasses the Harris Scarfe, Spotlight, Anaconda and Mountain Design brands.
Harris Scarfe is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
If you would like to be a part of a team driven to achieve great results within a supportive and enjoyable environment, then we would love to hear from you!