Allocator - F and F Clothing

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• Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of base salary
• Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays)
• 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 years’ service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave
• Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing

About the role

We are delighted to share that we are now recruiting for an Allocator to join the F&F Clothing team here at Tesco.

An Allocator needs to manage the effective and accurate allocation & replenishment of stock, to provide the required stock levels, in Stores, in order to achieve targeted sales – in line with the Merchandising team’s plans. They analyse the performance of lines, to provide accurate information, for the purposes of allocation and business planning. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving team and learn some great skills to develop your career.

You will be responsible for

Distribution:

•    Manage the throughput of stock from allocation to replenishment using and maintaining all available tools 

•    Demonstrate and maintain competence in all technical area’s relevant to the role

•    Analysis of Weekly Sales information, including ROS analysis, Bestsellers, Cover Sheets and decide with Senior Allocator & Merchandising on next step actions to be taken for priority Stores & Lines

•    Produce department analysis for the Assistant Merchandisers 

•    Allocate to new Store Openings and Refits, monitoring package builds

•    Maintain successful meetings with Merchandising by promoting distribution strategies and improving communication

•    Responsible for maintaining all data, the distribution of Reports and understands the importance of accurate, organized & timely filing

•    This role will best suit an individual who enjoys working as part of a team, is well organised, pragmatic and a lateral thinker with an inquisitive mind who is motivated to make change for the better and, most importantly, puts our customers first.

Commercial/Trend Knowledge:

•    Visit stores to gain a better understanding of the impact of allocations/replenishment and store stock profiles

•    Be commercial and aware of the changing role of retail on the High St and in the competition

You will need

You’ll need to have demonstrated experience of:

Effective Communication 

Clear & concise in all written & verbal communications

Communicates clearly and effectively with others to gather information to make better informed decisions

Team Working 

Is a positive & enthusiastic member of the team

Deputises for others at same level and assists with training as required

Recognizes Responsibility 

Responsible for own actions under supervision of line manager

Build Relationship 

Builds positive relationships with own team members & other functions

Has a positive ‘can do attitude’ 

Embraces and demonstrates a positive ‘can do’ attitude to all work situations

Demonstrates personal commitment

Working under pressure 

When under pressure is able to work in a positive & productive manner under supervision

Innovation and change 

Creates and introduces ideas that drive change and innovation

Personal

•    Personal attributes that reflect the role requirements above

•    Good Excel computer skills

•    Be interested and excited by fashion retailing

•    Numerical and logical skills are essential

•    Able to be self-motivated and work under management

•    Fit in with a strong team

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At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.

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