Retail Allocation Planner Our client is seeking a Retail Allocation Planner to join their Retail Allocations and Planning team. In this role, you will turn data into inventory decisions that keep stores well stocked and support revenue, margin, and profitability goals. You will work closely with partners across assortment, merchandising, location, and supply chain teams. This role is on-site in Beaverton, Oregon. Retail Allocation Planner Responsibilities Build seasonal flow plans and store-level allocation strategies that reflect business priorities, consumer demand, and store-specific needs. Develop style, color, and size level initial loads and replenishment plans for the full store fleet. Review store performance each week and adjust allocation quantities based on variances to plan. Maintain healthy inventory levels and target weeks of supply across key consumer, category, and channel segments to maximize in-stock rates and limit lost sales. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to identify and carry out in-season inventory transfers that drive full-price sales. Prioritize the allocation of core and seasonal product across channels in partnership with assortment planning and merchandising teams. Provide input on size curves to the assortment planning team during pre-season order entry. Support accurate, on-time execution for new store openings. Retail Allocation Planner Qualifications 2+ years of experience in allocation or demand planning. Hands-on retail or store experience. Strong analytical skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel and other spreadsheet tools to turn data into clear, actionable recommendations. Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information concisely to varied audiences and work effectively across teams. Solid understanding of financial, product, and inventory planning, along with consumer and merchandise trends. Familiarity with store operations and how freight is received is a plus. Experience with allocation systems is a plus. Prior experience in athletic or consumer brand retail is preferred.

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