Allocation Assistant at Next Plc

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Problem solving, Time Management, Multitasking, Attention to detail, Excel, Google, Microsoft Office, Inventory tracking, Allocation planning, Stock level management, Analysis, Reporting, Stakeholder engagement, Sizing strategy understanding

Industry

Description

Job Type: Allocation Assistant- Victoria Secret About the Brand Victoria’s Secret & Co. (VS&Co), through Victoria’s Secret and Victoria’s Secret PINK, is the world’s leading specialty retailer with over 1,400 stores globally. We are a community of smart, passionate and committed people whose creativity, innovation and hard work fuel the world’s most recognised lingerie, apparel and beauty brands of VS&Co. We acknowledge your value and recognise that everyone has something unique to add to our brand and business. We place the customer at the heart of everything we do. We dream big, embrace curiosity and creativity while always learning from our mistakes. We lead with integrity, trust, and respect to achieve the best outcomes as one team. We foster a culture where everyone belongs because we know our business thrives most when we look for, listen to, and amplify diversity, equity, and inclusion. In 2021 Victoria’s Secret successfully launched a joint venture with NEXT Plc and VS&Co in the UK & IRE. With a growing portfolio of stores across the country and a successful online business on both victoriassecret.co.uk and next.co.uk, VS UK continues to develop a successful business while staying committed to the values of this truly iconic global brand. Department Purpose Without our Merchandisers, there would be no product on our website and in our stores! The Merchandising team ensures that we have the right products, in the right place, at the right time and in the right quantities Responsible for maximizing the profitability of each line with great product placement, working closely with the planning side of the merchandising team, DC and Retail team. Role Responsibilities This role is responsabile for maximizing the profitability of each line with great product placement, working closely with the planning side of the merchandising team, DC and Retail team.Track inventory orders end to end from supplier into the Distribution Centre and then out to both retail and digital channels Primary Responsibilities Track inventory orders end to end from supplier into the Distribution Centre and then out to both retail and digital channels Manage allocation plans end to end for your Brand, reviewing intake to support planning Determine the appropriate balance of stock levels between retail and digital by setting targets and monitoring sales to drive growth Participate in seasonal tiering and grading analysis to support width and depth of stock through our brands Support space changes within our retail fleet by assisting the team to make astute decisions, meet deadlines, sales targets, and VM requirements Use relevant analysis and reporting to optimise inventory flow within the DC Engage with different stakeholders across the business to understand the sizing strategy we offer to our customers Assist the team to prepare for Monday trade meetings Provide weekly stock availability reporting to the wider business Engage in store visits with the agility to react to business needs where required Experience Desire to work in a fast paced retail environment Aware this role requires working as part of a team and also as an individual on different tasks and projects Experience using excel Core Skills Communication Problem solving Time Management Multitasking Attention to detail Excel, Google and Microsoft Office Victoria’s Secret UK & IRE is a joint venture between Victoria’s Secret & Co. and Next plc group uniting two global retail leaders to deliver iconic lingerie, seamless service, and standout brand storytelling across our stores and digital platforms. We’re home to the world’s most-loved lingerie, iconic sleepwear, athleisure, swim, and award-winning fragrances. But it’s our people who make the magic. Our teams create unforgettable customer moments while shaping an inclusive and supportive workplace where individuality is celebrated. We believe in potential as much as experience. If you’re passionate about the brand, aligned with our values, and excited to grow – even if you don’t tick every box – we’d still love to hear from you. So, apply today and help to shape the future of one of the world’s most iconic brands, where every colleague is empowered to feel confident, valued, and unapologetically themselves. Being part of our iconic world isn’t the only thing we have on offer, you’ll also have access to: Set flexible working schedules to suit both the business and your lifestyle 25% off a wide selection of styles at Victoria's Secret, Next, Gap in-store Exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through Reward Gateway Incentives and competitions with amazing prizes that run all year round Access to free financial, health, and wellbeing services, including 24/7 digital GP Learning and development opportunities, as well as on-the-job training Core benefits such as pension contributions and life assurance Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email UKHR@victoriassecret.co.uk(please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line)

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for maximizing the profitability of each line through effective product placement, working closely with merchandising planning, the Distribution Centre, and the Retail team. Primary duties include tracking inventory orders end-to-end and managing allocation plans for the assigned Brand, balancing stock levels between retail and digital channels.