About the role
This position is in charge of the allocation for UGG retail full price stores, including concept stores and flagship stores. She/he will partner with cross-functional teams (Buying, Merch, VM, Logistics and Retail teams etc.) to understand each store and region profile through performance analysis and store communications. And through this, execute an accurate and timely allocation that reflect the store matrix and sales plan, which will include initial allocation, replenishment and consolidation for different season products down to gender/category/style/size level to meet business target.
40% Allocation, replenishment and consolidation
1) Execute the initial allocation to each store for different season’s product by size level base on Launching Plan and Assortment Plan in partnership with Buying/Merch/VM/Retail/Logistic teams.
2) Review store performance and inventory position and lead weekly replenishment activities to ensure timely and sufficient inventory support to maximize sales and productivity.
3) Monitor SKU-level sales performance to identify best-selling/slow moving products by regions/key stores in early sales stage and highlight sales & inventory risk and opportunity in weekly allocation review with retail team and propose follow up action plan to help optimize retail sales and turns.
4) Suggest and execute timely consolidation plan for stores/regions and support cross-region/channel transfer base on business needs to maximize sales opportunity.
5) Develop and execute inventory build-ups for holidays and promotional activities.
30% Analysis and reporting
1) Closely monitor retail sales and track inventory movement to determine if any replenishment or consolidation action need to take.
2) Develop and communicate allocation strategies based on current sales performance/inventory status by different store/region.
3) Analyze store and size trends, feedback to buying/merch team, and apply the key findings to future allocation plan strategies.
4) Maintain and develop allocation relevant reports, including Retail DTC Sales & SOH database, Allocation Database, retail seasonal product order maintenance and inbound reserve, Monthly DTC channel sales and month-end inventory data analysis, and other reports.
10% Bulk order management
1) Create and maintain all retail orders in a timely and 100% accuracy with the compliance of bulk order policy before each brand season kick off.
2) Responsible for daily check Bulk order schedule status
10% New store opening
1) Lead the preparation and execution of new store inventory deliveries to ensure consistent assortment and sufficient depth to meet business target.
2) Communicate with Merch, Buying, VM and Retail teams on any product concerns.
10%
Cross-functional team work and others
1) Communicate with Retail Operations on inventory and replenishment adjustments, inventory concerns, and any other information that may impact store operations.
2) Work closely with Logistic team to ensure timely and accurate deliveries of newness product.
3) Work closely with store/area managers to fulfill the special demands on stock.
4) Complete other works assigned by line manager.
