Planner/Allocator

Description The Planner/Allocator is responsible for maintaining proper inventory levels for an organization. Works with detailed historic reports to determine order quantities, process new purchase orders, and amend generated orders to meet requirements. Being a Planner/Allocator assists with inventory control management activities including implementing process enhancements to streamline the rep
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lenishment function.
Assists buyers with vendor meetings and assorted selections. Additionally, Planner/Allocator may track purchase orders and deal with delivery and stock issues.. The Planner/Allocator gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function.
Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. This position is remote with limited requirement for in-person meetings at our Plano headquarters. Reliable high-speed internet/WIFI required.
WHAT YOU WILL DO (Responsibilities) Source and follow-up with suppliers on Item Setup Data to ensure accuracy and scheduling – process for Buyer review Conduct product allocations (under the direction of the Buyer) Respond to specific field request fulfillment including vetted product requests, handling shipment issues, cost and retail issues, etc Ensure consistencies in pricing strategy, category assignment and store assignments by conducting category reviews Meet with suppliers and partner with Buyer and department to ensure follow-up on projected orders Handle adhoc reporting and purchasing needs for suppliers and the Buyers as needed Other job-related duties as assigned This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.
Requirements Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred Experience with multi-store retail Solid communication skills with strong critical and analytical thinking skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. Highly analytical and able to review sales and forecas

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