Contract Details
Contract Type: Fixed‑Term Employment Contract (Temporary Cover)
Duration: 3–6 months
Location: Hybrid / Remote
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Allocation and Replenishment Specialist to join the team on a fixed‑term basis to support a temporary peak workload period. The role will support inventory flow management across brick‑and‑mortar stores and the e‑commerce platform during a critical trading period.
Responsibilities
Allocation and Replenishment Support- Support allocation and replenishment planning activities based on store capacity, seasonality, weekly sales, and commercial trading periods.
- Support stock allocation activities across stores in line with range plans and business priorities.
- Maintain and update allocation parameters to reflect trading patterns and operational requirements.
- Assist with inventory optimization activities across stores and e‑commerce channels.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders regarding stock flow, delivery schedules, and operational issues.
- Support allocation planning for new store openings or category launches occurring during the contract period.
- Assist with maintaining allocation and replenishment system accuracy and resolving stock discrepancies.
- Support delivery tracking and escalation of operational issues where required.
- Prepare store and inventory analysis to support weekly trading reviews and business decision‑making.
- Support implementation of allocation plans based on trading priorities.
- Monitor stock performance and provide operational insights to management.
- Assist with analysis of slow‑moving stock and support mitigation planning activities.
- Produce size and inventory analysis reports where required.
- Support feedback sharing with Buying and Merchandising teams to assist future planning activities.
- Provide operational and analytical support as reasonably required during the fixed‑term assignment.
Profile Requirements
Experience- Business or economics‑related degree preferred.
- Retail experience within stores or retail head office environments preferred.
- Fashion retail experience preferred.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills.
- Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office capability.
- Experience with allocation, replenishment, or inventory systems preferred.
- Fluent English communication skills.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Proactive and adaptable approach.
- Ability to work effectively during peak trading periods.
