Allocator

Cotswold Outdoor Ltd.; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor retailer in the UK is seeking an Allocator to manage stock distribution and support sales planning. You will play a key role in ensuring that products are available at the right locations based on demand and sales patterns. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and experience in stock management, preferably using ERP systems. The role offers a starting salary of £26,500, a yearly bonus, and hybrid working options, alongside numerous employee benefits such as discounts and generous holiday time.

Benefits

Starting salary of £26,500

Yearly bonus up to £1,500

Hybrid working options

33 days holiday

Staff discounts of 40-60%

Savings on everyday essentials through a perks hub

Qualifications

• Experience in stock management and allocation, ideally using ERP or stock management systems.
• Strong understanding of demand forecasting and stock optimization principles.
• Proficient in data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products are distributed to correct locations based on demand
• Support sales planning by adjusting stock levels as business needs change
• Monitor stock levels to minimize shortages and excess

Skills

Stock management

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

At Cotswold Outdoor Group, the outdoors isn’t just where we work, it’s who we are. As one of the UK’s leading outdoor retailers, we partner with world-class brands to offer a wide range of premium outdoor clothing, footwear, and gear designed for adventure, performance, and lifestyle such as Patagonia, Rab, North Face, Hoka, On and Garmin and much more.

We’re looking for a Allocator to join us; this role is about more than just day-to-day responsibilities, it’s about shaping how we inspire our customers, support our stores, and grow our community.

We’re currently based in Kemble but will be moving to central Swindon in Spring 2026 - just a short walk from the train station and the new bus boulevard. It’s an exciting next step in our adventure, and a chance for you to be part of it from the very start. You can take a look at our new location here: 1 Newbridge Square, Swindon.

What you’ll be doing

• Ensuring products are distributed to the right locations in line with demand, sales patterns and seasonal trends
• Supporting accurate sales planning by adjusting stock levels as business needs change
• Monitoring stock levels to minimise both shortages and excess, keeping stock availability consistent
• Using sales and customer insights to make well-informed stock allocation decisions
• Investigating and resolving stock issues, suggesting smarter ways of working to improve efficiency and results

We’re looking for someone who

• Has experience in stock management and allocation, ideally using ERP or stock management systems
• Understands demand forecasting and stock optimisation principles
• Brings strong analytical and problem-solving skills and is confident working with data
• Is proficient in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
• Communicates clearly and works well with others across teams
• Pays close attention to detail and can manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines

What you’ll get from us

Joining our team means more than just getting paid a salary, it’s about being part of a workplace that values you, your growth and your wellbeing.

• Starting salary of £26,500 with a yearly bonus of up to £1,500
• Hybrid working options to support your work-life balance
• 33 days holiday allowing you to recharge and explore the outdoors
• Staff discounts of 40-60% across our full range of outdoor brands
• Savings on everyday essentials including groceries, travel, fitness, and entertainment through our perks hub