JOB DESCRIPTION

The Allocation Analyst Intern is responsible to drive all allocation & replenishment activities and delivering annual targets in the factory outlet stores (own stores and franchisees)

• Ensure correct product allocation and work closely with planners and traders to optimize the assortment in line with the market needs. He/She will proactively manage the reporting activities for the FO team to respond business needs when it comes to reporting & ad hoc analysis.
• Ensure optimal replenishment and stock levels in each store for Apparel and ACC (bi-weekly VMI runs); with adequate set ups & maintenance based on business needs
• Execute Initial Allocations load in line with the range plans and store grading
• Ensure optimal replenishment and fulfillment to each store by working with planner on daily basis with weekly product allocation catch up
• Close cooperation with Traders to ensure high service level to stores: responsible for end-to-end process
• Assist merchandise planner with ad-hoc analysis as directed
• Ensure all reporting activities for the FO team
• Utilize market feedback into replenishment process & strategy for E&O allocation
• Closely cooperate with Traders, Trading Lead and District Managers in the countries to gain market feedback and better understanding of local markets specificities
• Support the Excess and Obsolete analysis
• Support the Off-price wholesale team with order and contract mgmt., deal offers constructions, deals negotiations.

Experience

• Technical proficiency with computer software tools and ability to learn new ones quickly (SAP and Power BI are a plus)
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical/problem solving capabilities including the ability to quickly identify and communicate implications from consumer, internal and marketplace information
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• English fluent, written and spoken
• Strong listening and interpersonal skills with focus on collaborative teamwork
• Proven ability to work with diverse teams

LOCATION

Zaventem, Belgium

FULL TIME/PART TIME

Full time

Current LS&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.