Allocator | Retail | Marks & Spencer | UAE

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions: automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview of the role:

The Allocator is responsible for sending stock to all the stores situated in different regions. He/she will ensure that the merchandise bought for a season is allocated in accordance with the Store Catalogue. His/her KPI is to ensure all stores have full stock availability during the launch of a season and during any new store openings. He/she is also responsible for ensuring that the allocation of products is based on the appropriate size ratio set for each of the markets. He/she will maintain the master data file.

What you will do:

Description of Accountability:

Stock Allocation

• Season Launch allocation
• New Stores allocation
• Maintain stock levels based on sales (BTF adjustments)
• Stock consolidation when required
• Ensure 100% stock availability on Core lines
• Special allocation of stock to support special events

System Maintenance/Housekeeping

• Purchase order and Delivery order creation

Business Reports

• Generate accurate reports
• Stock availability (buys vs GRN)

Analysis

• Assist in updating the report
• Analyse plan option vs actual option

Communication

• Assist in weekly store communication
• Assist in weekly trade communication
• Assist in creating picture planograms

Required Skills to be successful:

• Advanced Excel skills
• Quick learner
• Attention to detail
• Highly numerate
• Knowledge of SAP is an additional advantage

What equips you for the role:

• Bachelor's Degree (Post Graduate preferred)
• 3-4 years’ experience in Fashion retail industry as an allocator.
• Delighting Our Customers
• Taking Initiative
• Drive for Results
• Good Personality
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Able to work at pace with an impatience to get things done
• Resilient and driven, with the desire to succeed
• Passionate about their work with a can-do attitude
• Strong/excellent attention to detail

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