Allocator

ALLOCATOR - CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA

Why Brighton:

• Iconic and timeless women's accessories brand
• Nearly 50 years in business
• Stable, privately owned, and debt-free
• Loyal customer following

INFORMATION ABOUT THE POSITION

The Allocator plays a critical role in ensuring product is delivered to the right stores, in the right quantities, at the right time. Partnering closely with the Head of Planning & Allocation, as well as GMM, Buying and Planning team members, this role focuses on daily replenishment, store-level execution, and inventory optimization to maximize sales and productivity at the style and category level. Key Responsibilities

• Own daily replenishment by store and SKU, using sales and inventory performance to maximize in-stock position and selling opportunity
• Analyze store and style-level performance to identify opportunities to drive sales, improve turns, and rebalance inventory
• Execute initial product allocations by store and SKU, aligned with assortment strategy, store volume, and capacity
• Create and maintain store volume indexes to support allocation and replenishment decisions
• Monitor weeks of supply, sales-to-stock, and SKU performance to recommend transfers, consolidations, or reallocations
• Perform store analysis and size selling analysis to forecast future inventory needs
• Partner with the Head of Planning & Allocation, GMM and Buyer to translate business strategy into actionable allocation execution
• Track buy plans and receipts to ensure timely distribution of product and communicate inventory risks or opportunities
• Recommend store product transfers and consolidations to maximize sales
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support merchandising strategies, floorsets, and key business initiatives Qualifications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to act quickly on data
• Highly organized, self motivated and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Excel with a solid understanding of retail math and inventory concepts
• Excellent communication skills and comfort partnering cross-functionally
• 2-4 years of experience in allocation, planning, or a related retail role preferred
• Bachelors' degree preferred or FIDM degree preferred