Allocation Analyst
Allocation Analyst
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29-04-2025
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Job Description
Allocation Analyst
Department: Logistics Finance
Reports to: Sr. Logistics Operations Manager
Summary:
Inventory/Allocation Analyst coordinates Supply Chain needs across the organization as well as to our 3PL Partners. This position will work closely with Senior leadership on inventory levels order allocations financial competencies warehouse performance and reporting; as well as collecting and analyzing data to improve operations and order management.
Inventory/Allocation Analyst coordinates Supply Chain needs across the organization as well as to our 3PL Partners. This position will work closely with Senior leadership on inventory levels order allocations financial competencies warehouse performance and reporting; as well as collecting and analyzing data to improve operations and order management.
Core qualifications needed to perform this position:
- Inventory management and reporting.
- Order management and optimization.
- Proficiency in Excel ERP and EDI systems.
- Ability to analyze historical and current data trends.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct daily order fulfillment allocations to release orders to multiple warehouses for processing.
- Review daily open order report from 3PL to ensure the following requirements are met; EDI documents are transmitted successfully orders routed and shipping within contractual agreements.
- Assist with requests for rate quotes and manage cost effective outbound transportation.
- Assist CSRs and Sales with questions related to 3PL/Carrier performance and order status.
- Collaborate with CSRs and warehouses to achieve ontime shipping for all customers while ensuring compliance with customers guidelines.
- Process fulfillment for event orders rush requests and expedited shipments.
- Process item fulfillment cancellations per customer request or inventory level discrepancies.
- Analyze committed order reports to evaluate inventory levels to meet customer requirements.
- Collaborate with other departments to achieve consistency and documentation of internal reporting and processes.
- Continuously improve and design processes related to order flow and data visibility.
- Support inventory audits with reporting and historical data.
- Daily verification of inventory levels and accuracy at multiple warehouse locations.
- Analyze allocate request and monitor inventory transfers between warehouses.
- Collaborate with Merchandizing regularly to review data for inbound and outbound forecasting as well as overstock goods and aging inventory.
- Attend and participate in monthly meetings with other departments to review order volume inventory levels warehouse performance customer updates and upcoming events.
- Work closely with Supply Chain Compliance Analyst to streamline Logistics Operational success.
- Work closely with warehouses to improve processes data visibility and communications.
- Weekly inventory reconciliation post cycle count variances at multiple warehouse locations.
- Perform inventory adjustments for OS&D discrepancies at inbound processing.
- Conduct regular inventory level assessment to optimize stock levels.
- Analyze inventory data and collaborate with all involved parties to streamline inventory optimization.
- Create and maintain comprehensive and complex business reporting for executives monthly for YOY MOM data.
- Create and maintain monthly/quarterly shipping performance reports for multiple warehouse locations to be provided to executives and all involved parties.
- Foster effective communication and collaboration to implement new strategies.
Other qualifications:
- Selfsufficient and adaptable.
- Attention to detail.
- Time management skills.
- Teamwork and collaboration.
- Works well under pressure.
- Ability to handle concurrent objectives.
- Research and data analysis.
- Experience with NetSuite Oracle.
- Order processing or logistics experience in wholesale distribution or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- Proven selfmotivated with the ability to function individually or as part of a team.
- Flexibility to travel to warehouses for meetings and audits.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Degree in Finance Data Analytics/Data Science or Supply Chain/Logistics preferred. Experience or training in respective fields required.
- 3 years in Logistics Operations Production Control and Inventory Management.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel or other analytics tools.
COMPETENCIES:
- Analytical: Collects researches and analyzes data. Uses reasoning and experience to complement data analytics.
- Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner by gathering and analyzing data as well as developing alternative solutions. Works well in group problem solving situations reasoning with facts when dealing with emotional topics.
- Technical Skills: Ability to access data points and provide effective feedback and possible resolution to improve throughput. Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously improve technical functions.
- Critical Thinking: Data driven with the ability to identify evaluate and analyze data to improve operations.
- Communication: Verbal and written communication with clear and effective directives that hold instructional value to aid in different scenarios. Listens with intent. Participates in group discussions and meetings.
- Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits openness to others views and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit and business success of above selfinterests. Ability to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Support everyones efforts to succeed.
- Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures. Supports organizations goals and values. Benefits organization through outside activities. Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
- Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions. Follows through on commitments.
- Quality: Belief in the brand! Having the ability to provide quality information and directives within the network as well as externally. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. The ability to provide the best customer experience with quality goods and services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Continually required to stand sit with occasional walking.
- Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
- Occasionally required to bend stoop or kneel.
- Continually required to talk and listen.
- Continually utilizing visual acuity to operate equipment read technical information and/or use a keyboard.
- Occasionally required to carry items up to 25 pounds.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
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