Staff Service Analyst

Be ready to take part in the ever-changing retail industry in executing your vision to drive sales for our retail business. As an Allocation Analyst, you will manage an exclusive category of products, identify, and implement allocation strategies across the US and Canada for both full price and outlet stores. You will collaborate with Allocation, Planning, and Merchant teams to support key marketing initiatives and specialized assortments. Excellent organizational skills will be key as you balance multiple projects, including frequently monitoring product performance, inventory levels, and sell through to achieve the company’s sales and profitability objectives. We welcome individuals who will be strong team players to support and drive our retail vision. You make our customers happy, therefore we count on you to sustain our successful US and International retail store business!Join the Vans Family Vans is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, we have thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars : action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the creative voyagers within our company and community. For them, creativity is about the journey, not just the output. Our mission is to empower everyone to use creativity to discover themselves. Our vision is to create a world where anyone can be their unique self.At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by our five values : We have HEART – also referred to as the “Van Doren Spirit”. We are relentlessly CURIOUS about our consumers and the world around us. We are UNAPOLOGETICALLY AUTHENTIC and wholeheartedly believe the most “Off the Wall” thing you can do is be yourself. We are driven by a spirit of INGENUITY. And we are passionate about local COMMUNITIES. And most of all, we are a family that has fun together.At Vans we empower creative exploration and inspire youth culture through a commitment to inclusivity. We welcome anyone and everyone into our global family and proudly celebrate an environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential.By joining our family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work hard across a multitude of initiatives to bring the Van Doren Spirit to life. We live for what we do.DTC Allocation Analyst How You Will Make a Difference Develop and execute merchandise allocation strategies through analyzing reports and making independent decisions that support merchandise financial plans, inventory turn objectives, regional and store attributes for assigned categories.Track classification / style performance weekly and adjust allocation strategy to maximize sales opportunities and minimize markdown liability.Create and analyze ad-hoc reporting as needed to drive allocation and business decisions.Manage inventory consolidations between Ecommerce, full price, and outlet stores in partnership with Allocation, Planning, and Merchant teams.Create and build appropriate product mix and inventory levels for new, remodel, and relocation stores.Analyze assortment plans with the Merchant team to ensure their vision is aligned with allocation needs.Build strong cross-functional partnerships with Merchant, Planning, Visual, Store and DC teams.Be inclusive, value various points of view, and demonstrate intellectual curiosity. Ongoing product review utilizing reporting and the allocation system combined with visiting stores to understand the impact of visual guidelines, product density, and in-store trends. Your diverse experiences and background enable you to provide a unique perspective to fuel our global growth.Bring your creative and analytical skills to ensure well-balanced store assortments that achieve both sell through and financial targets. Build strong cross-functional partnerships to ensure alignment on allocation strategies across multiple channels and countries and build brand love.Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity As a purpose-led, performance-driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.Skills for Success Years of related professional experience : 5 yearsEducational position requirements : A formal education and subsequent undergraduate / graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.In-depth knowledge of store allocation philosophies and methodology, with strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, and an aptitude for retail allocation systems. Experience in JDA or Blue Yonder is a plus.To think strategically and build creative allocation strategies across multiple countries and channels including Ecommerce. To be your authentic self and to share your unique talents and skill set with our team. We will empower you with opportunities and create a space where you can independently drive your business, but will support you throughout your journey.Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Persevere.#J-18808-Ljbffr