Job Description

ALLOCATIONS MANAGER

At Warehouse One, our Allocations Manager is responsible for leading our team of allocations and replenishment professionals to create, manage, execute and analyze inventory plans at the product and category level to maximize business opportunities. Reporting to our Director of Planning and Allocations, the Allocations Manager is responsible for ensuring we have the right product, in the right stores, at the right times to maximize sales and inventory productivity.

What's in it for you

Hybrid work environment 50% off clothing and accessories (for spouses and dependent children too) Casual day - everyday! Our fashionably casual dress code allows you to be comfortable at work while showing off our latest looks as our brand ambassador! Growth Opportunities - access to unlimited e-learning, professional development reimbursement, ongoing training and development, career advancement opportunities Paid sick and personal days allotted annually Complete benefits package including extended health, dental, vision care, life insurance, disability coverage, mental health and life wellness supports Our corporate office, which we call our Service Office, is a modern workspace with lots of natural light, outdoor green space and collaborative meeting spaces

What you'll be a part of

Overseeing the management of purchase orders from initial allocation through the end-of-life cycle of the products, including replenishment and consolidation of goods to other stores Working with the Allocations Team to maintain proper inventory levels for retail stores and eCommerce business considering factors such as store capacity, seasonality, and selling curves Working with the Retail Pricing Coordinator to ensure the communication and execution of markdowns and promotional pricing adjustments; approves retail pricing in system to ensure all stores have accurate prices at POS Ensuring that replenishment and never out of stock core programs are consistently in healthy inventory positions Conducting ongoing review and analysis of store and eCommerce inventory levels and mix; making suggestions and adjustments as appropriate Working with the Allocations Team to analyze and rank locations based on performance at the class, sub-class or style level seasonally, or as needed, to support the planning and buying process and inventory management Increasing inventory productivity by working with the merchandising team to develop allocation and replenishment strategies that capitalizes on regional and seasonal opportunities Collaborating with Warehouse One's merchandising teams and distribution team to support the business Contributing to the development and updating of all allocation tools; recommending changes or enhancements to current procedures and systems Partnering with our IT Team when it comes to inventory systems; acts a super user who can collaborate with IT to determine system needs, conduct testing, and communicate requests as needed Administration of the allocation and replenishment system to effectively manage inventory based on seasonal and business needs Acting as a key point of contact for inventory or allocation inquires or issues Ensuring new stores open with appropriate inventory levels as determine by the new store plan and dispersing inventory related to store closures based on business needs Leading and supporting the Return to Vendor (RTV) procedures Participating in special projects and initiatives relating to product allocation and replenishment

Who you are

Post-secondary education in retail or business management is preferred; or equivalent work experience Experienced in allocations, replenishment, and/or inventory planning related roles, ideally in the fashion industry Holds strong financial, analytical and business planning skills and are able to use qualitative and quantitative data to aid in effective decision-making Mathematically skilled and has experience working with retail calculations such as weeks-of-supply, sales rates, etc. Organized and detail orientated, especially when working under tight deadlines Intermediate to advanced computer skills including the use of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft suite programs Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives Previous experience with the Aptos inventory management system is considered an asset A strong communicator, both verbally and in written communication Ideally, experienced in leading a team; able to motivate, train, and coach others to success Collaborative and able to work as part of a team Fashionably casual and enthusiastic about Warehouse One's product and image Able to represent Warehouse One's WHO WE ARE; Friendly, Caring, Committed, Real

Do you live your life in jeans?

Want to be a part of a team that helps others look and feel good?

Submit your resume!

WHO WE ARE

Proudly clothing Canada since 1977, our mission is to offer our customers well-made, affordable, comfortable, and stylish clothing in a wide range of inclusive sizes. At Warehouse One, we are the destination for jeans and everything else to complete the perfect look. Our wide range of inclusive sizing options makes it easy for everyone to look and feel their best.

Our Core Values

FRIENDLY Being friendly means having a pleasant, helpful approach to everything we do. A friendly attitude and genuine smile lets people feel welcome and comfortable in our stores.

COMMITTED We are committed to having a wide selection of quality, affordable jeans. We are dependable, performance driven, and devoted to helping our customer.

CARING We are open-hearted and care about our co-workers, customers, and the people in our community. We genuinely care that our customers look and feel good in Warehouse One clothing.

REAL Being "real" means we are down-to-earth, unpretentious, honest, and sincere. We only give honest, helpful advice to our customers.

Inclusivity Commitment

At Warehouse One we are all about helping people look and feel great. Feeling great doesn't just have to do with what we wear, it's also about feeling welcomed and included. Warehouse One and our team members are committed to ensuring all people feel welcomed in our stores and that our differences are appreciated and celebrated.

Community Involvement

At Warehouse One, we are enthusiastic and proud partners of Make-A-Wish Canada, helping them create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. So far, we have helped grant over 100 wishes and have raised over one-million dollars with the help of our teams and customers.

Warehouse One is an equal opportunity employer. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request. We will consult with the applicant to provide or arrange suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs.

Warehouse One sincerely appreciates all expressed interest; however only those candidates qualifying for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Store discount Tuition reimbursement Vision care Work from home
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person