Job Description

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last\xe2\x80\x94for you to be yourself in. Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio \xe2\x80\x93 a global house of brands committed to stretching what\xe2\x80\x99s possible. A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry\'s commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.
Primary Purpose: The Allocation Analyst is responsible for all product newness and replenishment allocation activities associated with Coach SEA retail/outlet business channels. The ideal candidate will be required to manage and develop allocation strategy to ensure the right product arrives at the right stores at the right time. This is a key role in executing the merchandising strategy in market and ensure store inventory levels are appropriate. This role is also responsible for re-balancing inventory opportunities and initiating any store-to-store transfers to optimize inventory.
The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Allocation to...

• Create & support allocation and inventory strategy based on sales analysis and financial projection.
  • Sales analysis needs to be according to: Door profiling, Product category plan, current trends, seasonality and various Events
• Allocation execution for all regions\xe2\x80\x99 stores to meet or exceed sales, comp gross margin, turn/W-O-H, and inventory goals
  • Initial Allocation planning & execution
  • Weekly replenishment to stores
  • Store to store transfer
  • New store allocations, seasonal markdowns, marketing / promotional events
• Perform in-season analysis to recommend regional inventory balancing opportunity to drive financial results and product productivity.
• Work closely with DC/logistics team to fine-tune inbound/outbound shipments schedules and volume projection to ensure smooth inventory flow to support the business strategy
• Cross-functional partnership and decision making to prioritize stores/products with on-time delivery for monthly newness launch, marketing events and new store openings.
• Communicate Allocation plan, delivery status and inventory related strategies directly with stores & other cross-functional partners especially retail management and Visual Merchandising
• Visit stores on a bi-weekly basis to understand opportunities on what\xe2\x80\x99s working, what\xe2\x80\x99s not working and develop action plan with cross functional teams (Retail management & VM)
• Proactively drive business process reengineering and optimize system capabilities

The accomplished individual will possess...

• Min. 5-8 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in retail business. Merchandise Allocation / Planning experience is preferred.
• Proven track record of buying/merchandising/allocation success for multinational brand/company
• Experience in managing multiple direct reports
• Analytical skills and ability to translate data into action points with clear communication
• Ability to perform well under pressure with multiple deadlines
• Experience in merchandising/planning systems and SAP a plus

An outstanding professional will have...

• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable in presenting and communicating to upper management
• Self-starter and able to work independently and as a team player
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel (vlookups, pivot tables, macro building a plus)
• BA/BS university degree or its equivalent in merchandising, business, finance, economics, or supply chain.

Coach is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant\xe2\x80\x99s or employee\xe2\x80\x99s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at www.coach.com.