Allocator, Pacific

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NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

The NIKE, Inc. Supply Chain team is the engine that propels product around the world. Supply Chain experts ensure that every year, almost a billion units of footwear, apparel and equipment arrive at the right place, at the right time. To ensure this complex job goes off without a hitch, Supply Chain teams work with a network of more than 50 distribution centers, thousands of accounts, and more than 100,000 retail stores worldwide — making the impossible happen every single day.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for an Allocator to deliver the daily receipt plan and new season load-ins to our fleet of Value Stores, Company Store and Digital channel. We are looking for someone who is a team player and can operate in a fast paced environment to execute the projected sales and promotions plans.

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?

If this is you, you’ll be working with the In Season Optimisation and Nike Direct team, Marketplace Operations, Supply and Inventory partners across the Nike Pacific business.

A typical day/week includes delivering on the sales and inventory plans by receipting product into the store to maximise sales and mitigate risks caused by over and under capacity. You will also produce and analyse weekly trade reports to identify gaps and opportunities to drive action. You will always have a lens on the flow of aged inventory in store to ensure a healthy and clean marketplace.

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?

Reporting to the Director of In-Season Optimisation and teaming up with two other Allocators, you will partner with your direct team on weekly and seasonal deliverables. This will entail planning receipts in line with key consumer moments and promotions with the Merchandise Financial Planner and Location Planner. You will collaborate with the Assortment Planning Managers to ensure product flows into store as planned and maintain healthy inventory in store. You will be a critical partner in developing and elevating Allocation processes by working with your contact in the United States. Building a strong partnership with cross-functional teams in the Distribution Centre and Marketplace Operations team will be important in driving success.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Significant experience in a similar planning or allocator role for a large retailer for 1-2 years
• Preferably hold a university degree in Business Management and Administration, Supply chain, Economics or a related discipline
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication skills and confidence to engage with multiple cross functional teams
• Confidence in using Microsoft Office Suite, with knowledge in Excel.
• Experience in Just Enough, preferable

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.