Allocation Associate

Wayfair’s Physical Retail team is seeking an Associate of Allocation for the Physical Retail Planning and Allocation team to support the Senior Manager of P&A in the allocation of inventory to our stores. This role will be a part of the Physical Retail Team with the Specialty Retail Brands (SRBs) and Wayfair - Allmodern,  Joss + Main, Wayfair - and will execute the  allocation strategy as we stand up and scale stores across North America.  We believe there is a white space in the brick-and-mortar market and an opportunity to create a differentiated retail experience that showcases the breadth and depth of our catalog. The Allocator will help bring that experience to life by tactically executing the strategy.   

We are seeking a motivated individual who can collaborate effectively to drive sales and profitability, and ensure customer satisfaction, in our physical retail business. The Allocation associate will work closely with the Planning and Allocation Manager as well as Supply Chain, B2B Partners  and Store Operations teams to ensure in-store inventory availability and the achievement of sales and inventory turn goals.  They will be responsible for the execution of the ordering and tracking inventory to support new store openings and in season replenishment. 

This role is based in Boston and reports to the Senior Manager of Planning + Allocation, Physical Retail, with significant cross-functional and cross-brand responsibility, as well as responsibility to contribute in building a best-in-class process, reporting and tools. The Allocator will be hands-on with allocations execution, problem-solving and identifying opportunities in the process.    This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to gain an operational foundation of physical retail.  

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and execute allocations to bring seasonal assortment selections to life in the store
• Executes inventory transfers from supplier to store
• Execute allocations for New Store launches in close collaboration with B2B, Store Operations and Logistic partners
• Track and troubleshoot transfers while maintaining clear and accurate communication to key cross functional partners.  
• Communicate closely with P&A Manager and Senior Associate on a daily basis on status; identify and action risks/ opportunities to ensure inventory needs are met.
• Assist in developing efficient allocation processes that adhere to GTM calendar guidelines. 
• Identify where new process improvements may be needed. 
• Assist in the creation of and distribution of allocation related reporting.

Requirements:

•  Physical Retail allocation experience preferred, with experience in Home or adjacent categories (e.g., general merchandise)
• 1- 2+ years in analyst role or similar required. 
• Ability to organize multiple data sets clearly for concise communication.  
• Ability to identify new process improvements where needed. 
• Ability to leverage data (quantitative and qualitative) to drive strategic decision-making and tight execution
• Able to collaborate and communicate with cross functional partners across a variety of functions throughout the organization to achieve objectives
• Evidence of “scrappy start-up execution” and a “get it done” attitude when time is tight and stakes are high
• Uses creative problem solving when a conventional solution is not apparent
• Thrives in a high growth, ambiguous environment

About Wayfair 

Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston or Berlin, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking. 

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