Allocator

Location: On-site, SW6 2TL

Working Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Department: Merchandise Planning

Company: Tateossian

About the Role

Are you organised, analytical, and passionate about getting the right products to the right place at the right time?

We are looking for an Allocator to join our Merchandise Planning team at Tateossian. Working closely with our Supply Chain Planner, you will play a key role in ensuring the right stock is available in our warehouses when needed.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys planning, working with numbers, solving problems, and making informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock and Delivery Management: Manage stock flows from suppliers to warehouses, using our B2B system and Mintsoft warehouse management system to monitor orders and ensure timely deliveries.
• Supplier Communication: Liaise with international factories and suppliers to track orders, resolve delivery issues, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Stock Monitoring and Forecasting: Monitor stock levels against forecasts and historical trends to support stock availability and planning decisions.
• Supplier Negotiation: Negotiate competitive prices with suppliers while maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Internal Communication: Respond promptly and effectively to requests and queries from the Sales, E-commerce, Retail, and Warehouse teams.
• Data and Systems Management: Maintain accurate departmental data, records, systems, and files.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Logistics, Retail, E-commerce, and Sales teams, providing regular updates on order and delivery status.
• Process and Policy Compliance: Develop a thorough understanding of relevant departmental processes, procedures, and policies.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and optimise processes through the effective use of AI tools and technologies.

Skills and Experience

We are looking for someone who is highly organised, commercially aware, and confident working with data, solving problems, and managing competing priorities.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong organisational skills: The ability to prioritise tasks, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail: A methodical approach to maintaining accurate stock information, records, and systems.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills: Confidence working with data, identifying trends, and making informed decisions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills: The ability to analyse data and use Excel effectively to support stock management and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills: The confidence to communicate clearly and professionally with suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
• Teamwork and collaboration: The ability to work effectively with colleagues across multiple departments.
• IT proficiency: Confidence using PC-based systems and a willingness to learn new platforms, including AI tools and technologies.
• Adaptability: A flexible approach and the ability to respond effectively to changing priorities.
• Commercial awareness: A basic understanding of merchandising and how stock availability affects business performance.

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a role that combines data analysis, supplier management, stock control, and cross-functional communication. They will demonstrate initiative, a willingness to learn, and an interest in using technology to improve processes and business efficiency.

What we offer

• Excellent training and career development in a varied role
• Half-day holiday gift for your birthday
• Jewellery Allowance
• Sage Benefits App – GP on Demand, Discounts and many more
• Beautiful working environment in designer offices on the River Thames and gardens
• Family business and creative environment
• Office events
• Cycle to Work Scheme

To apply, please send a CV to [email protected]

We cannot offer sponsorship!