Levi Strauss & Company:
Allocation Analyst - South Job in Zaventem, VT

JOB DESCRIPTION We believe that clothes — and how you make them — can make a difference. Since 1853, we’ve been passionate about innovation to meet people’s needs. We invented the first blue jean. And we reinvented khaki pants. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines for our manufacturing partners. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. A company doesn’t last 160 years by standing still. It endures by reinventing itself, striving to delight its consumers, winning in the marketplace, and by remaining true to its values. We employ more than 17,000 people around the world – supporting great brands, including Levi’s®, Dockers® and Denizen®. Our employees are committed to progress, authenticity and collaboration. We are looking for a Wholesale Allocation Analyst - South to join our team Planning & Allocation in Brussels. You'll be reporting to the Merchandise Planning Manager. About the Job You will be a trusted member of the Wholesale Merchandise Planning team to support brand/category E2E vision. You will execute product initial allocations to the store level and managing in season replenishment according to store needs and stock capacities. You will be part of a team of 4 Planners and 2 Allocators and will work closely with Sales partners and Inventory Management/Order management partners to improve Sell-out opportunities and minimize risk on inventories in store and across Distribution Centers. • Translate seasonal buy plan into orders to stores • Update weekly allocation parameters to optimize store/door sell through through automated replenishment system • Apply specific parameters for stock build up for upcoming peak periods/lower trading periods in alignment with in season trading strategy • Analyze the order files and ensure maximized on time and complete order conversion (pre-shipments, force allocation etc.) in line with store capacities • Review orders blocked for exceptions (system rejections, delivery blocks, credit blocks, back orders.), take actions to maximize conversion • Analyze outcome of replenishment orders to ensure shipments to store and minimize workload in store/business impact in case of IT issues generating incorrect orders • Build store opening orders for new stores • Report analysis of orders and fill rate; provide ad hoc reporting needs • Visit Wholesale stores and Customers to gather market intelligence and reflect key take outs in replenishment strategy About You• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Retail Management and Business Administration • 1 or more years in a corporate environment required; apparel industry preferred. Stock Management experience preferred. • Technical proficiency with computer software tools • Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets) • You are comfortable with analysis big amount of data and find creative solutions to problems • You are comfortable communicating with partners and consumers on marketplace information • You like having different projects simultaneously • You have an eye for details • English and Spanish fluent, written and spoken, Italian is a plus • Interpersonal skills with focus on collaborative teamwork and team player Travel: ~5-10% What we offer• A great opportunity to work for the world’s number one denim brand • A diverse, international environment of smart, inspiring people • A fun, creative, modern casual dress culture • Competitive salary package LOCATIONZaventem, BelgiumFULL TIME/PART TIMEFull time