We’re looking for an Allocator to join our EHQ team. In this role you will serve the NikeStores business as part of the Nike Direct market Place Unit. This role is specialized on in-season trade and inventory optimization.
What are you going to do?As an Allocator, you ensure Nike wins with the consumer: your decisions guarantee the right merchandise assortment is available at the right time, in the right stores, in the right volume. Being an Allocator for the Nike Stores, you will join our strong retail team at our European Head Office based in Hilversum and look after our most premium retail doors across the European Market.
As an Allocator you will:
- Capture market and store trends and work closely with the Merchandising and Assortment Planning teams to drive a compelling assortment to our retail doors in order to maximize sales
- Analyze sales and inventory information to forecast future sales to optimize the replenishment process
- Collaborate with key cross functional stakeholders on pre-season and in-season risks & opportunities
- Allocate within the constraints of maximum target capacities; allow smooth transitioning between campaigns, flows and seasons
- Create ad-hoc reporting as needed to drive allocation decisions and educate stakeholders on current stock position, risks and opportunities
- Understand launch and marketing initiatives; proactively acquire necessary information to support campaigns and initiatives to ensure coverage of product used
- Determine right depth per store/style/size for the initial allocation considering the information provided by the Merchandising team, current sales trend analyses, expected sales targets and store capacity
- Minimize end of season stock; ramp down replenishment on slow seller to increase store sell through and minimize returns
What do we offer?- A hybrid working model of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
- 25 vacation days for full-time employees.
- Commuting allowance of €0.23 per km, with a maximum of €23 net per office day.
- Work from home allowance of €5 per day on remote workdays.
- 8.33% holiday allowance.
- Participation in a pension plan, fully covered by Adecco for the first year.
- 25% discount in the employee store.
- Free access to the online learning platform, Adecco Academy.
- Access to gym facilities on campus.
Where will you work?Nike, Inc., a global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and innovation, is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, and serves as a beacon of inspiration for athletes worldwide. Its European Headquarters (EHQ) is located on a vibrant campus that reflects the brand's dynamic and innovative spirit. Surrounded by lush parks, cycling paths, and running tracks, the campus embodies Nike’s commitment to sustainability, health, and community. A melting pot of global talent, it fosters creativity and collaboration, driving forward-thinking ideas that shape the future of sports, culture, and lifestyle.
What do we ask?- At least 1 year of experience in DSM (allocation/ location planning / assortment planning), MPO, DSM, Sales, Finance functions, Buying Coordinator, Retail Store Coach level, 2 years Athlete level
- You will demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to engage effectively with a broad range of audiences including business leaders
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Commercial & Entrepreneurial mind- and skillset, ability to negotiate and trade pre- and in-season
- You will be able to demonstrate a self-starter mentality and be eager to drive and own end to end communication with results driven, forward thinking and proficient information seeking skills in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to network, utilize internal and external resources, deliver commitments, and to meet timelines
- Excellent knowledge of Excel, MS Windows applications
- Quick learner for new systems & applications. Knowledge of Just Enough allocation system a plus.
Are you interested?Apply now via the green button. If you need more information about the team, the company, the role; feel free to send an email to nike@adecco.nl. We will be more than happy to support!