Key Facts

Remote From:

Netherlands

Full time

English

Hard Skills

Retail Marketing Strategy Sales Analysis Inventory Management Commercialization Organizational Structure

Other Skills

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Analytical Skills
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Microsoft Excel
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Communication
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Detail Oriented
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Teamwork

Roles & Responsibilities

Previous retail allocation experience
Commercial approach and analytical skills
Fluent in English and preferable in one more language
Advanced Excel skills

Requirements:

Manage the distribution of merchandise to retail stores
Replenish store stock using the replenishment system (APTOS)
Review weekly sales to ensure top-up orders are actioned
Collaborate with buying and planning teams for product availability

New Balance

About New Balance

In 1906, New Balance began as a humble one-man operation founded on the belief that “we were born to move,” and has since grown into an international corporation, selling footwear and apparel in over 120 countries and employing over 8,000 associates worldwide. Our mission has always been to support the performance of athletes, and with an unparalleled focus on quality and craftsmanship, we’ve come to set the standard for comfort and fit in an industry all too often driven by hype. We’re incredibly proud of our history and how far we’ve come, but companies don’t thrive for over a century by being content. Whether it’s setting a new style trend, retooling our manufacturing process, or building a new state-of-the-art headquarters, we pursue innovation with a spirit of fearless independence. As the only privately held major footwear company in the world, we’re free to do things our way, pushing limits and testing boundaries as we continually reimagine what could be. After all, the status quo isn’t static. But doing things our way wouldn’t mean much if we weren’t also doing them the right way. We invest in our associates as they invest in us, and as we move forward, we make a point of giving back, supporting communities around us through ambitious philanthropic efforts and involvement programs. We are a company that cares, and our culture is one of integrity and teamwork where together we become greater than the sum of our parts.

Founded: 2018

Company size: 5001 - 10000

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Job description

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

As part of the New Balance EMEA DTC Allocation Team, the retail allocator will have the responsibility of managing the distribution of merchandise to retail stores in a way that maximizes sales and meets customer demand. Reporting to the Allocation & Operations Manager, the Allocator will work closely with buying and planning teams to ensure that products are available in the right quantities and at the right time to meet consumer demand and drive business success.

This is a 6-month fixed term contract position.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Supporting the DTC team by replenishing stores stock using our replenishment system (APTOS).

Review the weekly sales to ensure top up orders are actioned for the best sellers to maximize sales.

Work closely with the store managers and area managers to review the weekly trade reports to help the store improve KPIs and performance.

Close collaboration with the Buyer to build the product assortment for store openings, working towards store capacities and coordinating with logistics and store operations

Connect with the Buyer on slow movers, high stocks and trade opportunities with proposals on how to maximize the potential.

Review the weekly budgets for the stores to increase/decrease replenishment to support trade.

Manage the store stock holding ensuring that stock levels are based on the store maximum capacity and option count and take action where necessary.

Monitor the replenishment system to ensure effective stock and store distribution.

Take ownership of the product assortments in the stores by introducing in season products and aged stock.

Reviews the seasonal style allocation to the stores and plans them into the delivery schedules.

Work closely with the Buyer & Planner on maximizing the inventory and sales on planned events and promotions.

Provide stores with full visibility of incoming deliveries and mitigates problems via set communication channels

Support the Full Price stores on the end of season transfers to the Factory Outlet stores.

Conduct stock moves between wholesale/retail warehouses and stores to help improve sell through and increase profitability.

Supporting the stores and wider team on price changes and returning stock to the warehouse.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

Previous retail allocation experience is needed.

Commercial approach and analytical skills.

Fluent in English and preferable in one more language.

Able to work independently and under pressure.

Attention to detail and highly organized.

Advanced Excel skills.

Strong communicator and great teammate.

BENEFITS:

8% holiday allowance

Flexible Working Hours

Pension Scheme

25 days Annual Leave per year

Up to €300 travel allowance each month

Hybrid working

Employee Discount

Work from home allowance

Home working equipment

Sports subscription services

Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.

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