ECCO´s vision is to be the leading premium brand for shoes and leather goods.
We are seeking a skilled Retail Allocator who will be a part of the Buying & Merchandising team, responsible for assigned markets Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The Retail Allocator corporates closely with local Store & Retail Area Managers, Merchandising & Planning & Allocation team as well.
General Responsibilities and Tasks:
- Keep an overview of the stock levels in all stores (in collaboration with the Retail team)
- Repeat stock in season by manual order management based on analysis of fast-moving stock and weeks of coverage – placing orders, clearing backlogs, orders validation and follow up on central warehouse execution
- Efficient movement of stock (stock transfers and consolidation) between stores to constantly optimize sell through within market)
- Feedback to the product team on SKU performance – bestsellers / slow sellers management
- Feedback on size-curve patterns in the market
- Movement of stock to outlets / warehouse by end of season
- Operationally responsible for coordinating returns by the end of season to the central warehouse
- Give input on current store grading to optimize cross docks to stores (main orders)
- Responsible for building new store opening stock packages an stock movement after closure
- Maintaining Stores masterdata in DAX12 + 365 to make sure correct info is shared within company
- Coordination of promotional materials deliveries in timely manner
- Various reporting activation on regular and ad hoc basis
- Cooperation with retail and store managers in a close manner (costumer orders, claims, order status, sharing allocation plan, sharing all store-related information needed)
Job Experience & Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience (experience from the fashion industry is preferred, but not mandatory)
- Knowledge/experience within retail and/or fashion industry with International exposure is an advantage
- Advanced Excel skills,SAP, DAX user would be an asset
- Analytical approach and fact driven on KPIs (stock turn, weeks cover, missed sales etc.)
- German & English language knowledge on a negotiating level (written and spoken) is essential
- Self motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting, high attention to detail
- Strong communication skills and interaction with multiple stakeholders and nationalities
- Occasionally travel to the stores and the Retail Meetings
What do we offer:
- Being part of a big global company with growth opportunities to develop yourself
- Informal work environment in our offices in Prague
- Five extra days off
- Meal voucher, Multisport card, pension allowance
- 4 free pairs of ECCO shoes per year, company discounts for our products
Ready for a new opportunity. Please share your CV in English.
CREATE THE FOOTPRINTS OF TOMORROW
At ECCO, you become part of a meaningful, developing and multicultural workplace. You join a global family of more than 25,000 people who are proud to create the footprints of tomorrow.
Headquartered in Denmark, we are a family-owned company that offers international opportunities. Our offices and facilities have an informal culture and relaxed dress code – our shoe code is slightly stricter.
Join us and we guarantee lifelong learning – the speed of progress is up to you. So, if you’re curious, passionate and ready to make an impact, you’ll fit right in.