Allocator, Collection and FW&J

Ref #:

W169382

Department:

Merchandising & Planning

City:

New York

State/Province:

New York

Location:

United States

Workspace Description

Ralph Lauren maintains a balanced approach to work arrangements, emphasizing both flexibility through hybrid options and the importance of in-person collaboration.

North America corporate employees (excluding remote and regional roles) work from the office 2-3 days weekly. Some roles require a more frequent office presence.

This policy aims to foster learning, strengthen company culture, and promote effective collaboration through face-to-face interactions.

Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $62000 - $95935 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.

Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.

Pay Range Max

95935

Pay Range Min

62000

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

Support sales and profitability of the DTC – North America product line through managing functions of distribution and retail analysis for Womens Collection. Execute and replenish distribution plans that support the financial objectives of the assigned division.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Inventory Management:

Ensure the financial success of one or more departments by meeting or exceeding sales, gross margin, gross margin return on investment (GMROI) and inventory turn goals

Utilize current systems to monitor basic and fashion allocations to support financial goals

Develop and implement allocation strategies for seasonal products and peak selling periods that support style selling trends and optimize available inventory

Maintain accurate unit forecasting by department by utilizing the Unit Distribution Forecast tool

Ensure inventory levels support style/color/size and APS goals

Recommend buy quantities/ store distribution based on APS and WOS. Collaborate to determine minimum/maximum quantities for lower volume stores - Preseason/In season

Maintain inventory flow, store capacities, new store goals, repurpose and space allocation/fixture projects

Maintain style and fixture minimums and maximums provided by Buying and Brand Presentation

Adjust allocations strategies accordingly and execute action plans based on business climate

Manage seasonal inventory appropriately to achieve "zero out" dates

Ensure product flow to stores maintain proper in-stock levels

Analyze and recap style/color/size selling trends across the various store attribute filters (destination, climate, alpha, district) pre and post season

Generate store reports weekly and monthly (including: in stock report, key item recaps, etc.) and make recommendations based on analysis

Create appropriate size breaks by product category to support selling

Execute pre-pack optimization strategies

Participate in distribution meetings, business reviews, product reviews, store visits and other business meetings sharing allocation opportunities and strategies

Create in-season store tiers as needed based on current trends to support initials and flow allocations

Create in-season minimums to be used in allocations to maintain in-stocks

Establish and maintain effective working relationships within both the allocation team and the cross-functional Product team (Planning, Buying, Brand Presentation, Distribution Center, Stores, etc.)

Communicate with peers to ensure consistency of information; share best practices and develop systems knowledge

Responsible for continuous education on various tools and core competencies in relation to development plan

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

Skills/Behaviors:

· Proficient in retail math

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Demonstrates strong listening, written and communication skills

· Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

· Highly organized, detail-oriented and accurate

· Able to develop and maintain effective cross-functional relationships

Systems & Tools:

· Computer proficiency (i.e. Office Suite); ability to learn technical applications quickly

· Knowledge of V-lookups, H-lookups, and pivot tables

Impact Analytics Allocation a plus

Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws.

Ralph Lauren

Oportunidade de carreira

Allocator, Collection and FW&J

Notificações de trabalho