Senior Allocator

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Job Description

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Senior Allocator role is crucial in delivering for Fans ensuring that the right products are available in the right locations at the right time. This position manages inventory flow across retail stores, stadiums, and events, balancing stock to maximise sales, support new launches, and minimise markdowns.

The role requires a sharp analytical mindset, strong commercial awareness, and a passion for sports. You'll work closely with Merchandising, Buying, Retail and Logistics to drive sell-through across multiple product categories.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Inventory Planning & Allocation

• Manage allocation and replenishment of all product categories across retail and events.
• Optimise inventory levels based on store performance, capacity, and trends.
• Ensure new product launches and seasonal drops are executed flawlessly across the network.
• Monitor size curves and product performance to ensure the right product mix by location.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyse sales, stock, and sell-through data to identify opportunities and risks.
• Partner with Buying & Merchandising teams to refine forecasts and in-season strategies.
• Generate allocation performance reports to support decision-making and continuous improvement.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work cross-functionally with Merchandising, Buying, Marketing, and Operations to support trading objectives and product campaigns.
• Communicate allocation strategies clearly to store teams.
• Support Operations with inventory flow to ensure product availability for peak periods, launches, and events.

Leadership & Development

• Coach and mentor allocators, providing analytical and operational guidance.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Support system enhancements or allocation tool upgrades to drive better performance visibility.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Experience in allocation, replenishment, or merchandise planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel.
• Experience working in an omnichannel retail environment (stores + e-commerce).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with an ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Commercial awareness and agility.
• Data-driven decision-making.
• Strategic allocation and replenishment planning

At Fanatics, we value transparency and honesty. If you don't meet every single requirement, that's okay - we still want to hear from you! We believe in the power of diverse experiences and talents. If you're excited about the role and confident that you can contribute, don't hesitate to apply. We're genuinely interested in how your unique skills and perspective can help us build something amazing together.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU

Culture: Join a team where you're surrounded by top-tier talent, driven by a shared passion to relentlessly enhance the fan experience. With a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous development, you'll be empowered to help shape our culture that celebrates both individual and team successes.

Benefits: At Fanatics, we're dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life; as such we offer a range of competitive benefits tailored to each country in which we operate. Specific details regarding the benefits package applicable to your location will be shared and discussed during the interview process.