Manager, Allocation - Build-A-Bear
St. Louis, MO
About the Job
At Build-A-Bear we believe in the power of imagination, creativity, and memorable experiences. Our mission is to add a little more heart to life by creating unique experiences, lasting connections, and beloved memories that create lasting emotional connections. We are a multi-channel, site-based experience and entertainment company, with diversified categories and consumer segments. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Manager, Allocation to join our dynamic team.
Description
The Manager of Allocation is responsible for overseeing the distribution of products to our retail stores. This mission critical role optimizes store inventory levels while maximizing sales performance and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Drive financial success by developing allocation strategies to achieve inventory and sell-through targets
- Attend reviews and meetings impacting allocation and inventory decisions
- Report on key metrics that impact business decisions and planning
- Mentor, coach, and develop the Allocation team
- Governance strategies
- Support new store openings, pop-up shops, remodels, and store closings to ensure milestones and inventory targets are achieved
- Identify and address challenges quickly
- Executing and supporting allocation duties during periods of high demand to meet business goals
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- 5+ years of experience in Merchandise allocations, merchandise planning, supply chain planning, and/or inventory management
- Proficiency with Data Analytics
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Skilled with Microsoft Excel & Communication Skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3+ years' experience leading a team
- Expert in Data Analytics & Microsoft Office
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Behavioral Traits for Success:
- Driven to achieve results that align with the strategic goals of the organization
- Initiative, sense of urgency, and the ability to stay focused on results despite changing conditions
- Analytical approach to decisions
- Ability to purposely drive toward results while problem-solving and engaging the commitment of others
- A leadership style that is goal-oriented yet motivates, trains, and engages others
- Learns quickly and thoroughly
- Effective delegation
- Results focus on idea generation, use of analytics, and creative problem-solving
- Willingly accepts accountability for results
Working Environment:
- Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
- Corporate Office located St. Louis, MO
- Hybrid work schedule
Your Performance Will Be Measured On:
Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following.
- Decision-making, judgment, and execution
- Strategic analysis
- Inventory strategies
- Stock balances
- Missed opportunities
- Able to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner
- Reports and presentations offer actionable insights
- Deadlines, accuracy, and quality
- Ability to foster team collaboration, communication, and performance
- Creation, support, and development of a high-performing team
- Stakeholder Feedback
