The Role Allocator.

Whilst specific responsibilities will be dependent upon the changing needs of the Tesco business, the following provides an overview of the roles key responsibilities and measures:

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 teams plans. They analyse the performance of lines, to provide accurate information, for the purposes of allocation and business planning. As a key player within the Branch Contact Scheme they build relationships with Retail to identify and drive commercial opportunities, to support their product areas.

Distribution

• Manage the throughput of stock from allocation to replenishment using and maintaining all available tools
• Demonstrate and maintain competence in all technical areas 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

Team management and development

• Carries out tasks as delegated, in a timely manner, working under supervision.
• Asks for support & direction to develop skill base
• Demonstrate behavioural skills required of every member of the team
• Review and monitor the department Operating Plan to ensure that all objectives are met throughout the year

Youll 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