Sr. Allocation NVS Planner , Nike Canada

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 23-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

WHO YOULL WORK WITH

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Planning and Allocation for NVS Canada the Senior Allocator partners cross-functionally with merchants planners stores and marketplace supply chain. This agile collaborative team thrives on consumer focus and marketplace responsivenesssetting it apart from traditional retail planning environments.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Seeking an analytical and collaborative Allocation Planner to support the Canadian Nike Factory Stores and Clearance Store. This role is responsible for delivering Consumer x Division-driven plans that directly impact NVS financial targetsRevenue Margin Inventory and Profitability. The ideal candidate will optimize seasonal monthly and weekly product flow to maximize in-stock rates and mitigate lost demand. A strong understanding of retail KPIs is essential along with advanced Excel skills to manage and interpret complex data sets. Success in this role requires a team-oriented mindset and the ability to work cross-functionally to ensure product availability aligns with consumer demand. Must thrive in a fast-paced environment and passionate about driving results through data.

Ability to concisely present complex information/recommendations in meaningful terms to various audiences
A deep understanding of how to use data to drive decisions and communicate business needs effectively.
Demonstrated experience in allocation planning and understanding of financial product and inventory planning
Strong understanding of merchandise consumer and FOP as it relates to Nike Direct strategy
Very strong Excel knowledge and preferred knowledge of Retail Pro system.
Typically requires a Bachelors degree and minimum of 2 years Allocation experience Note: One of the following alternatives may be accepted: PhD or Law 1 yr; Masters 0-3 yrs; Associates degree 1-3 yrs; High School 3-5 yrs

WHAT YOULL WORK ON

As a Sr. Allocation Planner youll manage style/color/size-level load-ins and replenishments monitor store performance weekly and adjust allocations as needed. Youll collaborate cross-functionally maintain healthy inventory levels support store openings and manage Retail Pro uploads.

Set seasonal flow plan and allocation plan based on seasonal initiatives key consumer priorities door level strategy and revenue drivers and store capacities.
Updating all Weekly reporting amalgamating all the information across all the divisions and genders.

Develop style/color/size level load-in and replenishment for all doors. Monitor store performance weekly and adjust allocation units as needed performance vs plan variance
Maintain and balance healthy inventory levels w/ optimal Weeks of Supply (WOS) for key consumer x division
Influence Merchandising team on size curve opportunities during pre-season order entry
Partner with the Merchandise Planner and Merchandising to prioritize allocation of essential and seasonal product as well as identify opportunities and challenges.
Manage all uploads and changes into Retail Pro

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2005 and the City of Torontos Accommodation Policy accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants can make their needs known when contacted for interviews.

Please note: This is an individual contributor Hybrid role based out of our Nike Canada Downtown Toronto HQ (Mondays to Thursdays on-site and Fridays remote).

Required Experience:

Senior IC

WHO YOULL WORK WITHReporting to the Senior Manager of Planning and Allocation for NVS Canada the Senior Allocator partners cross-functionally with merchants planners stores and marketplace supply chain. This agile collaborative team thrives on consumer focus and marketplace responsivenesssetting it ...