Job Description

We are partnering confidentially with a globally recognized, multi-billion-dollar retail leader on a high-impact hybrid opportunity based in New York City.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership role at the center of inventory strategy, product flow, and business performance. As the organization continues to modernize its merchandising and inventory capabilities, this role will play a key part in optimizing allocation strategies, supporting store productivity, and driving a more agile, customer-focused retail experience.

This position is ideal for a strategic leader who combines strong analytical thinking with exceptional cross-functional partnership and team development.

Why This Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to lead allocation strategy across a complex retail environment, partnering closely with Buying, Planning, and Field leadership to ensure product is deployed effectively across locations, channels, and new store openings.

The right leader will thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy translating data, trends, and field insights into actionable inventory decisions that drive sales and improve customer experience.

What You’ll Own

• Lead and develop a high-performing allocation team through coaching, training, and ongoing capability building
• Drive strategic allocation initiatives aligned to broader merchandising and business goals
• Partner with Buyers and Planners on pre-season assortment and location-level SKU strategies
• Oversee detailed store planning and space allocation strategies to support sales and inventory productivity
• Serve as a subject matter expert across key allocation and order management systems, including Quantum
• Represent the allocation function in divisional strategy discussions and key business initiatives
• Partner cross-functionally with Field teams to identify trends, competitive opportunities, and localized product needs
• Ensure inventory readiness and allocation support for new store openings and strategic launches
• Monitor action plans, KPIs, and team goals to ensure strong execution and measurable results

What Makes You a Strong Fit

• Strong experience leading allocation, inventory strategy, or merchandising operations within retail
• Deep understanding of allocation systems and OMS platforms; Quantum experience strongly preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with data-driven insights
• Strong cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills
• Deep understanding of retail store environments and merchandising operations