Teamhead Retail Allocation & Store Planning

YOUR MISSION

• Lead allocation, replenishment, and store planning across all European retail stores (Full Price & Factory Outlets) to maximize sell-through, full-price realization, and inventory productivity. Ensure optimal product flow and store-specific assortments aligned with local consumer demand and store formats.
• Define allocation strategy for Full Price Stores and Factory Outlets across Europe
• Drive optimal initial allocation, replenishment, and stock rebalancing between stores
• Ensure size and depth accuracy at store level to maximize conversion
• Adapt allocation flows based on store performance, climate zones, and local demand
• Implement test-and-react mechanisms across store clusters
• Own store clustering and grading (flagship/brand stores vs outlet)
• Define assortment depth and breadth per store format
• Align product allocation with store capacity, layout, and VM guidelines
• Differentiate clearly between Full Price (brand, newness, full-price sell-through) and FOC (clearance, aged stock optimization, margin recovery)
• Lead allocation strategy for Factory Outlet stores as a separate business model (S, M, L segmented)
• Optimize flow of aged inventory and carry-over stock into outlets
• Balance sell-through vs margin recovery in outlet channel
• Ensure clean segmentation between FP and FOC assortments
• Partner with merchandising on FOC-specific range planning
• Own and optimize allocation tools and systems for retail stores
• Drive automation and simplification of allocation processes
• Implement data-driven allocation logic (store grading, demand signals)
• Standardize processes across European markets
• Lead European store allocation team
• Develop a high-performance, commercially driven team culture.

YOUR TALENT

• 8–12+ years in retail allocation, merchandising, or planning
• Strong experience in store-based retail (Full Price + Outlet)
• Proven leadership across multi-country European retail environments
• Deep understanding of store economics & retail KPIs
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Experience with allocation systems (SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder, etc.)
• Ability to manage complex store networks and product flows
• Strong commercial operator, not just planner
• Thinks in store realities (space, traffic, conversion)
• Balances brand vs clearance (FP vs FOC) effectively
• Drives speed, simplicity, and accountability across markets.

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