Merchandise Allocator

Windsor is currently seeking a Merchandise Allocator to join our Windsor Family at our Corporate Headquarters in Santa Fe Springs, CA. As a member of the Allocation Department, you will represent Windsor and its mission statement with integrity. This role drives sales, maximizes gross margin productivity, and optimizes inventory turnover across the chain, serving as the analytical link connecting Buying, Merchandise Planning, DC, and Stores/Visuals teams. Critical to executing a fast paced, event driven fashion assortment, the Merchandise Allocator will execute data driven unit allocations, manage reorders and programs, and monitor category product sell-through and movement metrics—facilitating allocation of a specific product category to maintain optimum stock levels at the distribution center and retail stores. The ideal candidate is positive, energetic, organized, determined, fashionable, and self-driven, with a natural curiosity about the business, genuine pride in their work, and a proactive eye for improving processes. We are looking for an individual who thinks above and beyond the immediate task, able to work both collaboratively within a team and independently. Essential Job Functions Execute merchandise allocations by incorporating seasonal strategies, weekly allocation/shipment targets, sales trends, key event calendars, store inventory levels, store capacity, sell-through rates, buying quantities, product content, and new and relocation store set-up and assortment. Resolve store and distribution center inquiries regarding allocation and inventory by applying an understanding of assortment strategies and supply chain nuances. Facilitate bi-weekly allocation strategy meetings to align on business goals. Collaborate with Merchandise Planners and Buying teams to identify growth opportunities, optimize store level assortments, and mitigate underperforming business. Generate full price sales and inventory reports to monitor store inventory levels to ensure stock levels are maintained according to volume ranks and customer demand. Provide recommended buy break quantities that align receipts with monthly OTB targets. Actively attend bi-weekly or weekly OTB meetings to stay aligned on business needs. Optimize inventory levels using data-driven insights to mitigate stock-outs and minimize excess inventory. Interpret data, communicate findings, and collaborate with the team on action plans. Foster strong cross-functional partnerships to ensure seamless communication and alignment. Maintain full ownership and accountability for the end-to-end allocation process for all assigned departments/categories; ensure seamless execution, as the allocator is the primary driver of all inventory movements within their scope. Proactively identify and communicate risks and opportunities to leadership to ensure agility in business decisions. Manage PO appointment calendars, ensuring pre-allocations are completed at least one day prior to each appointment. Qualifications And Requirements Experience: 1+ years of merchandise allocation experience, or relevant experience in areas such as Assistant Buying, Assistant Planning, or Replenishment Analysis. Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, specifically with lookup formulas (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP), Pivot Tables, SUMIFS/COUNTIFS, and logical functions. Retail Math: Strong understanding of core retail math concepts, including calculations for sales velocity, inventory turn, W.O.H. (Weeks on Hand), and sell-through percentages. Problem Solving: Excellent analytical skills with a proven ability to interpret data, identify trends, and develop actionable solutions. Strong attention to detail, with a habit of double checking work to prevent errors and accountability for correcting and learning from any mistakes. Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to foster strong cross-functional partnerships. Soft Skills & Mindset: Positive, respectful, and …

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