Retail Allocator at The Walt Disney Company

Anaheim, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

79800.0

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Allocation Strategy, Product Flow, Business Insights, Analytics, Pricing, Promotion Strategies, Inventory Flow, Replenishment, Financial KPIs, Merchandise Planning, Microsoft Tools, Business Objects, Communication, Organization, Problem Solving, Collaboration

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Job Posting Title: Retail Allocator Req ID: 10141297 Job Description: About the Role & Team: At Disney Consumer Products, we inspire imagination around the world and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives! From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations. The Allocator determines allocation strategy for departments & cross category programs to maximize revenue through product flow, performance and method of replenishment. This individual makes decisions based on business insights and analytics, pricing, promotion and event strategies. The Allocator evaluates the assortment and reacts to in-season performance/trends/learnings to inform and adjust future inventory flow and replenishment. The Allocator demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of all financial key performance indicators and has the ability to balance across channels to achieve intended business results. You will report to the Manager, Location Planning. This is an on-site role based at our Anaheim office. Responsibilities/You Will: In partnership with leader, develop allocation strategies for departments & cross category programs for all channels to achieve growth and profitability that align with core objectives. Serve as an active partner to ensure inventory levels support channel needs. Establish initial presentation quantities Ensure floor sets and item inventory are positioned to meet critical product launches Leverage weekly business insights to understand item level performance to maximize in season opportunities and minimize liability. Determine appropriate method of replenishment Identify/recommend backfill strategies for all brick-and-mortar locations Understand item product lifecycle and manage target exit dates through effective coordination, consolidation and promotional recommendations. Identify data integrity concerns and request appropriate course of action to solve. Understands and utilizes tools available to purchase, analyze and react to trends in the business to achieve growth and profitability objectives. Proactively provide communication on stock availability Participates in Location Walks/Meetings based on business need Interface with key partners, including but not limited to, Merchandise Planning, Location Strategy, Logistics, Distribution Services, Business Insights and Analytics, and Operations Back of House Basic Qualifications/You Have: Minimum 2-4 years of merchandise planning experience Proficient in Microsoft tools & Business Objects Strong financial and analytical skills Strong verbal and written communication skills, including comfort with executive-level presentations Detailed orientation with strong organizational skill Demonstrated positive attitude with ability to be responsive to feedback and pivot based on changing organizational priorities Flexible and adaptable with demonstrated ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Resourceful with ability to prioritize, problem solve and make decisions Strong ability to collaborate with peers and partners Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or equivalent Additional Information: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits. #DCPJobs The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $59,600.00 to $$79,800.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Job Posting Segment: NA - Global Retail Job Posting Primary Business: Parks (NA) Primary Job Posting Category: Retail Allocation Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Anaheim, CA, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-02-14 Learn more about us.

Responsibilities

The Allocator determines allocation strategy for departments and cross-category programs to maximize revenue through product flow, performance, and replenishment methods, making decisions based on business insights and analytics. Responsibilities include developing allocation strategies for all channels, establishing initial quantities, leveraging weekly insights for in-season opportunities, and managing item product lifecycles.