Retail Merchandiser, Buyer & Allocation

This role encompasses comprehensive merchandising responsibilities for retail operations focusing on two key areas:

BUYER

Core Merchandising Functions:

Product research and trend identification

Financial planning including budget management sales analysis and inventory control

Assortment planning with appropriate product mix and pricing strategies

Creates tailored plans based on individual store volumes capabilities and capacities

Manages quarterly buying cycles and core product replenishment

Local Market Expertise:

Understands regional holidays and peak merchandising periods

Manages product localization

Coordinates with retail operations on advertising and promotional strategies

Partners with Planning and Allocation teams for optimal product distribution

Performance Management:

Monitors sales performance and adjusts assortments weekly

Analyzes sell-through rates and pricing opportunities

Manages markdown and promotional calendars

Identify business opportunities and risks through data analysis

ALLOCATION

Inventory Distribution & Management

Allocate merchandise to stores using data-driven approaches (sales history demographics store performance)

Manage both initial seasonal assortments and ongoing replenishment strategies

Monitor store-level inventory and sell-through rates

Focus on top-performing SKUs

Strategic Planning & Analysis

Develop allocation parameters considering store capacity sales trends seasonality and product lifecycles

Account for peak seasons and holidays

Maintain proper stock-to-sales ratios by gender/category

Conduct deep-dive store performance reviews

Performance Optimization

Track sales performance across stores regions and products

Generate reports on inventory turnover sell-through rates and markdown performance

Identify slow-moving inventory and develop clearance strategies

Implement stock transfers to balance inventory levels

Provide recommendations for inventory optimization

Operational Excellence

Manage auto-replenishment systems with proactive adjustments

Review of company and localized reports for strategic decision-making

Conduct store visits for enhanced understanding

Adjust allocations based on real-time sales trends and business needs

The role combines analytical skills with strategic thinking to ensure optimal inventory distribution across retail locations while maximizing sales performance and minimizing excess stock.

About Skechers

Skechers a global Fortune 500 company develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear apparel and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores e-commerce and digital stores and through our more than 5300 Skechers retail locations.