Allocator

Anthropologie is looking for an experienced and motivated Allocator who will optimize store sales and productivity through allocations, analysis, and management of assortment and choice count.Role ResponsibilitiesAllocation Allocate merchandise for one or more classesCollaborate with buying pre-season and in-season for alignment on where product should be sent.Execute release of initial PO's maintaining appropriate inventory levels through backstock and leveraging web.Maintain sales and inventory plans by store including attribute plans using MID systemMeet or exceed sales, gross margin and inventory WOS goals for classesEnsure timely and accurate execution to plan for new store openings Analysis Recap and communicate location and size selling performance and opportunitiesProvide store insight by class and store attribute Weekly/Monthly/Seasonally to action current opportunity and influence future buy strategiesTest new concepts providing analysis to measure successCheck orders quantity and store intent before PO's are writtenProvide Min/Max buy quantities by class and store group for future buy seasons Role QualificationsStrong analytical skills with experience allocating to storesExcellent communication skills and have a strong vocal presence in meetings to share store insights and ideas to cross functional teamOrganizational skills necessary to manage multiple tasks and projects.Good Excel skills required; Microstrategy experience a plus. The Perks URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefitsEEO Statement URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.