Allocator - Sportscene at TFG (The Foschini Group)

Job Description

• The Allocator is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Merchandise Strategy by conducting store and merchandise-related analysis. They liaise with suppliers, stores, and the Distribution Centre regarding stock levels, deliveries, and general queries, ensuring effective stock management and timely delivery of stock.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily store allocations in line with merchandise and trading strategies 
• Support the Planner with stock management, analysis, and reporting 
• Analyse store, style, and size-level performance to inform allocation decisions 
• Prepare, maintain, and present regular reports on stock position, sell-through, and performance 
•  Monitor stock deliveries and take appropriate action where required 
• Assist with replenishment management to ensure optimal in-store availability 
• Liaise with stores, Distribution Centre, and internal stakeholders regarding stock-related queries 
• Track product performance and highlight risks, opportunities, and corrective actions 
• Maintain effective communication with Stores and Operations to support execution

Qualifications

• Minimum Matric, with a relevant tertiary qualification 
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience as an Allocator 
• Strong numerical and analytical ability with high attention to detail 
• Ability to analyse data and draw commercial insights 
• Demonstrated business acumen with a merchant-focused mindset 
• Experience in reporting and data-driven decision-making

Skills:

• A high degree of numeracy and an analytical, detailed and strategic approach to work 
• Excels at data analysis and the ability to draw inferences 
• Strong business acumen and merchant thinking 
• Analytical Processes 
• Customer Service Delivery 
• Planning & Organising 
• Requirements Analysis 

Behaviours:

• Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
• Demonstrates Self-awareness - accurately perceives and reflects on personal strengths and areas of development
• Drives Results - sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
• Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Nimble learning - quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment