Allocation Analyst

Title: Allocation PlannerLocation: Beaverton, ORDuration: 6 months contractBill Rate: $35-$40/hr on w2WHO YOU’LL WORK WITHYou will partner cross functionally with Assortment Planning, Merchandising Planning, Commercial Planning, Location Planning, Merchandising, Market Place Operations and Brand teams.WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORWe are looking for an Allocation Planner to deliver plans aligned to client's Sport Offense to achieve channel financial targets including Revenue, Margin, Inventory, and Profitability through optimizing seasonal, monthly and weekly flow to maximize in-stock rates and mitigate lost demand. Ability to concisely present complex information/recommendations in meaningful terms to various audiencesA deep understanding of how to use data to drive decisions and communicate business needs effectively.Demonstrated experience in allocation planning and understanding of financial, product and inventory planningStrong understanding of merchandise, consumer, and FOP as it relates to client's Direct strategyTypically requires a Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 2 years directly relevant work experience Note: One of the following alternatives may be accepted: PhD or Law + 1 yr; Masters + 0-3 yrs; Associates degree + 1-3 yrs; High School + 3-5 yrsWHAT YOU’LL WORK ONSet seasonal flow plan and allocation plan based on seasonal initiatives, key consumer priorities, door level strategy, and revenue drivers.Develop style/color/size level load-in and replenishment for all doors. Monitor store performance weekly and adjust allocation units as needed performance vs plan variancePartner w/ x-functional partners to identify opportunities and execute in-season x-channel trade activities to maximize full-price salesMaintain and balance healthy inventory levels w/ optimal Weeks of Supply (WOS) for key consumer x FOP x channel across the fleetInfluence Assortment Planning team on size curve opportunities during pre-season order entrySupports timely and accurate execution in support of New Store OpeningsPartner with the Merchandise Planner and Merchandising to prioritize allocation of essential and seasonal product across channels.